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Why Lalbagh Is More Than Just A Garden
For decades, Bangalore (or Bengaluru) was known as the “Garden City” for its numerous public parks and even the large gardens of private bungalows. This image of a city full of trees and flowers is one that has persisted with the city’s long-time residents. And, Lalbagh, Bangalore’s oldest garden, has a special place in the…
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What Is The Basavanagudi Kadlekai Parishe, And Why Should You Visit?
To most people living in Bangalore, the end of November marks the start of winter (finally!), or perhaps excitement about the coming new year. But, in Basavanagudi – one of the city’s oldest areas – it also means the start of the annual “Kadlekai Parishe”. The Basavanagudi Kadlekai Parishe (which literally translates to “groundnut fair”)…
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What’s Up With The Bad Bangalore Traffic?
Everyone who has ever lived in Bangalore has a harrowing traffic story to tell. Whether it’s that time your vehicle got stuck in a flooded pothole while it was pouring with rain; or when an hour-long trip from the airport took you four hours to complete; perhaps it was your engine getting overheated after spending…
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