Overview

Bengaluru has reinvented itself; ditching its previous name of Bangalore and transforming into a cosmopolitan city, with hotels, restaurants, bars and shops to rival other major Indian cities. The explosive growth of Bengaluru over the last decade has been propelled by the city's IT sector, which has attracted leading Indian and multinational companies and led to the creation of thousands of jobs. The consequent rise in the city's young workforce, with their increased disposable income, means entertainment options have mushroomed, creating a more vibrant veneer. Away from the commercialism, Bengaluru retains its old-fashioned charm from ornate temples and old buildings to quiet gardens and bustling street markets. Bengaluru has something for everyone: it is a case of just knowing where to look.