Known as the `Garden City of India`, Bangalore or Bengaluru is one of the major tourist and business centers in the state of Karnataka. Some of the city`s major attractions include:

Vidhana Soudha:Seat of Karnataka`s state legislature, the Vidhana Soudha is an imposing granite structure that is the true symbol of this city. It was built in the year 1956 and includes elements of varying architectural styles, such as Rajasthani Jharokha, Indo-Saracenic and Dravidian.

Lal Bagh:Commissioned by Hyder Ali in 1760, Lal Bagh is a sprawling botanical garden that is spread over 240 acres of land. The park is home to more than 1000 species of flora and a Glass House. The annual flower show is the major draw of this garden.

Tipu Sultan`s Summer Palace:Located near the famous K.R Market, the beautiful palace of Tipu Sultan was built in 1791. This ornate wooden structure features exquisitely carved arches, pillars and balconies. The palace is now home to a museum where artifacts related to Tipu Sultan`s regime are on display.

Bull Temple:One of the most notable reminiscent of the Dravidian style architecture, the Bull Temple is located at the Bull Temple Road in Basavangudi. The mammoth granite monolith of Nandi, the bull, is the most interesting feature of this temple.

Bangalore is one of the best travel vacations in South India, and a renowned information technology hub that draws hordes of leisure travelers and business visitors from around the globe. The hotel infrastructure of the city is praiseworthy and caters to travelers belonging to varied interests and budgets.

Five Star Hotels:Majestic hotels with a great architecture and impeccable services and amenities, five star hotels in Bangalore can easily compete with the best in the world. Experience the true world class luxury blended well with the charm of authentic Indian hospitality at some of the best five star hotels in the city that includes the Leela Kempinski, Oberoi, Taj westend, Lalit Ashok and ITC Windsor Luxury.

First Class Hotels:Contemporary, calm and inspiring, first class hotels in Bangalore offer a comfortable stay in plush surroundings at a price that does not bust the bank of the travelers. Some of the most recommended hotels in this category include Hotel Park, Taj Residency, Regaalis, Royal Orchid, Ramada, Royal Orchid Resorts, Golden Landmark, Solitaire, Fortune Select Trinity, Tranquil Orchards, Hotel Chancery, Ramada and Fortune Select JP Cosmos.

Budget Hotels:Affordable, safe and comfortable, the budget hotels in Bangalore are great choices for travelers on a shoestring budget. Travelers can choose from a wide array of budget hotels in Bangalore, such as the Maia Beacon Residence, Bangalore International, Radha Hometel, Savannah Sarovar Premier, Ginger, 37th Crescent, BW Capitol, Jaya Mahal Palace, Monarch, Vintage Residency, Hotel Citadel and Mapple Whitefield.

All foreign nationals coming to India require a valid passport.
India does not have a `visa on arrival` option. All nationals must acquire a valid Indian visa before their travel to the country, except nationals of Bhutan and Nepal who do not require a visa to enter India. Residents of Maldives also do not require a visa for stays of up to 90 days.

Even though Bangalore is an all-year destination, winters are considered to be the best time to visit this city. With moderate temperature in all seasons, the climate remains pleasant any time of the year. October to February is the peak tourist season that witnesses a deluge of national and international travelers.

Bangalore has a tropical savanna climate with two distinct seasons: wet and dry. Due to its elevation, the city enjoys quite a moderate and pleasant climate all through the year. The coolest month of the year with an average of 15 degree Celsius is January. With an average of 33.6 degree Celsius, April is the hottest month in Bangalore. September, October and August are the wettest months. Thunderstorms and local flooding also occurs quite frequently in Bangalore.

Currency:Indian National Rupee is the official currency of India. Credit cards and travelers checks are widely accepted. Foreign currency can be exchanged at all major hotels, airport and authorized currency exchange bureaus. ATMs and banks can be easily found all around Bangalore.

Language:Majority of people in Bangalore speak Kannad. Apart from several other regional languages like Tamil, Telegu and Hindi; English too is widely spoken and understood.