1. Bangalore's real name isn't Bangalore.
The official name is Bengaluru, a restoration in 2006 that holds deep historical and cultural significance. Learn more about this fascinating journey here.
2. Bangalore stands out as the only Indian city with four tower markers from the 1500s.
This unique historical feature sets it apart. These granite towers, installed by Kempe Gowda, mark the city limits. Explore the map and details of this intriguing historical fact.
These granite towers, installed by Kempe Gowda, are not just markers but symbols of the city’s rich history. Explore the map and details.
3. You can reach Electronic City by helicopter.
Experience the convenience of Bangalore’s first heli-taxi service, a revolutionary solution to beat the city’s traffic. Discover more about this unique service and how it’s changing the way we travel to the town.
4. Bangalore's oldest pub, Pecos Pub on Brigade Road, has been serving drinks since 1986.
Making it a significant part of the city’s cultural heritage. Learn more about this legendary spot for retro rock lovers and its fascinating history.
Pecos Pub on Brigade Road is a legend for retro rock lovers. Here’s their story.
5. India's highest number of microbreweries is right here.
With over 60 breweries, Bangalore proudly holds the title of the beer capital of India. Discover the top breweries that contribute to the city’s vibrant nightlife.
6. You can thrift vintage clothes at Sunday bazaars in Chickpet.
From old film posters to rare jackets, it’s a hidden gem. Read this insider story.
7. Churchill still owes a Bangalore club ₹13.
Winston Churchill’s unpaid tab at the Bangalore Club is legendary. Here’s proof.
8. You can walk inside a 400-year-old banyan tree near the city.
Dodda Alada Mara spreads over 3 acres in Kethohalli. Plan your visit.
9. The metro doesn't run 24/7—yet.
The last trains leave before midnight. Track timings via the official website.
10. The tallest statue of a city founder stands at Bangalore Airport.
Kempe Gowda’s bronze statue is 108 ft tall. More details.
11. You can watch planets in real time at the JN Planetarium.
The sky shows and telescopic events are a hit with students. Book here.
12. Cubbon Park is older than your great-grandparents.
Established in 1870, this 300-acre park is Bengaluru’s, green heart. Explore more.
13. India's first electric streetlight was installed here.
In 1905, Bangalore got its first electric streetlight at Avenue Road. See history.
14. You can eat a ₹30 dosa that rivals ₹300 ones.
CTR (Shri Sagar) in Malleshwaram is iconic for its butter masala dosa, as evidenced by its high Google ratings and location.
15. Bangalore Karaga is a 9-day night-time religious procession.
Over 800 years old, it celebrates the city’s martial traditions, a cultural story.
16. This city once had 260+ lakes; now, fewer than 90 remain.
Urbanization drained many. You can still walk around restored ones like Kaikondrahalli Lake. Learn why lakes matter.
17. Want Wi-Fi in a public park? Try the Indira Gandhi Musical Fountain.
One of the few city parks with free Wi-Fi and musical laser shows
18. You can learn pottery or martial arts in Cubbon Park on Sundays.
Dozens of hobby groups meet for free sessions.
19. Yes, there's a 'Watch Repairers Street.'
Balepet is famous for fixing watches for over a century—street profile.
20. The oldest bookstore still standing: Higginbothams.
Operational since 1905, it’s a treasure for classic book lovers. Visit online.
21. Bangalore’s weather is a result of its elevation.
Sitting at 920m, it’s cooler than most Indian cities. Weather explained.
22. You can trek a hill and be back before breakfast.
Skandagiri, 60 km away, offers pre-dawn treks with stunning sunrise views. Trek guide.
23. The National Gallery of Modern Art is housed in a colonial mansion.
Explore rotating exhibits, old paintings & weekend workshops.
24. The iconic Vidhana Soudha has over 300 rooms.
Built in 1956, it’s the world’s most significant legislative building—history & architecture.
25. Bangalore is India’s startup capital.
Home to over 13,000+ startups, including 40+ unicorns.
26. You can adopt a lake. Literally.
BBMP allows citizens & corporates to maintain lakes like Puttenahalli, how it works.
27. Ulsoor has one of the city’s oldest Gurudwaras.
Built in 1945, it’s a serene escape with free langar meals. See location.
28. You can shop for second-hand books under ₹50 near MG Road.
The boulevard near Avenue Road is lined with pre-loved book stalls. Explore.
29. Bangalore has a Police Museum with vintage rifles & radios.
Entry is free, and it’s great for kids. Location.
30. The HAL Heritage Centre has a real MIG-21 on display.
India’s first aerospace museum is right inside the city. Plan your visit.
31. Every area has a local RWA forum on WhatsApp or Telegram.
From fixing potholes to water supply alerts, they’re community lifelines.
32. Koshy’s has been feeding writers, politicians & musicians since 1940.
Still Bangalore’s most charming old-world café. Visit online.
33. You can grow your terrace garden with BBMP’s free training.
Learn composting, vertical planting, and more.
34. The last surviving traditional weavers are in Sunkadakatte.
They still use pit looms for Ilkal and Khun fabric.
35. Namma Metro Phase 3 will cross 105 km by 2028.
Upcoming lines connect Silk Board to KR Puram, among other destinations. Metro updates.
36. You can find street murals in unexpected alleys.
Projects like “St+art India” have painted Indiranagar and Church Street walls.
37. Windsor Castle inspired the Bangalore Palace.
It still hosts concerts and art expos. Buy tickets.
38. There’s a Cantonment area that still runs on a British layout.
Streets like Infantry and Artillery Road retain colonial names and grid systems. History.
39. Weekend midnight food markets are a growing trend.
Places like VV Puram Food Street are now open till 2 AM.
40. You can take a bicycle tour of the city’s oldest neighbourhoods.
Discover Basavanagudi, Malleswaram, and Peté areas with guided rides. Check options.
41. Freedom Park was once Bangalore’s Central Jail.
Now, a public space for protests and events. Visit history
42. Malleswaram and Basavanagudi were the first planned suburbs.
Developed after the 1898 plague to decongest the Peté areas.
43. You can buy fresh flowers by the kilo at KR Market.
It’s Asia’s largest flower market, best explored before 6 AM. Market guide.
44. There’s a public cow shelter at Halasuru.
The BBMP Gaushala hosts over 100 rescued cows. Know more
45. Bangalore is one of the few Indian cities with an aerospace SEZ.
Located near Devanahalli, it houses Boeing & Airbus suppliers. Details
46. Some post boxes here are over 100 years old and still working.
Look for the cast-iron pillar boxes near Cubbon Park. India Post heritage info
47. You can visit Gandhi’s room at Gandhi Bhavan.
A peaceful archive with his letters and walking stick.
48. London’s Crystal Palace inspired the iconic Lalbagh Glass House.
Built in 1889, it hosts flower shows every January & August.
49. Bangalore has a sand museum with over 150 sculptures.
Located on Mysore Road, it’s built entirely from sand and water.
50. India’s first RTO for electric vehicles is here.
The Yelahanka RTO launched a fast-track EV registration process. News
51. Several vintage homes now function as co-working spaces.
Places like The Bohemian House blend heritage with hustle. Explore
52. There’s a museum dedicated to public transport.
BMTC’s Transport Museum showcases old buses and ticketing tools.
53. Explore old cinema halls like Plaza and Sagar, still running classics.
These single screens are cheaper and richer. Find listings
54. The Ragigudda Temple sits on a hill made of jaggery (legend says).
It’s known for its massive Hanuman statue and prasadam. Know more
55. Public libraries offer Kannada audiobooks & online archives.
City Central Library has digitised rare Kannada texts. Online catalog
56. There’s a silent reading zone in Cubbon Park.
Run by volunteers, you can read anything—no phones, no talking. How to join
57. You can witness Vedic chanting daily at Jayanagar’s Ramakrishna Ashram.
The evening prayers are open to all. Schedule
58. Bangalore has India’s first electric double-decker buses.
Launched on the Majestic–Whitefield route in 2024.
59. Many restaurants offer “tiffin subscription” services.
Like Hallimane and Saaru Koota—get weekly home-style food.
60. The city has a ‘graffiti wall’ dedicated to climate change.
Found in Koramangala, it’s maintained by citizen artists.
61. You can rent musical instruments in Indiranagar by the hour.
Studios like Taaqademy and Furtados offer hourly jam rooms. Explore here
62. Indira Canteens serve meals at ₹5–10 across the city.
Government-subsidised food—clean, fast, and filling.
63. Bangalore has a public bicycle sharing system, though it is rarely used.
Look for Yulu Zones and Metro Bike near metro stations. How to rent
64. There’s a Snake Park inside Bannerghatta Zoo.
Home to cobras, kraits, and pythons. Visit details
65. Commercial Street’s bylanes are great for silver jewellery hunting.
Check out Jewels De Paragon and Silver Line.
66. You can book a curated ‘Bangalore Peté Walk’ in Kannada.
Programs by Bangalore Walks and Heritage Beku explain Old Bangalore’s roots. Book a walk
67. Multiple malls offer ‘Ladies Parking Only’ sections.
Malls like Mantri Square and Orion have dedicated pink zones. Mall list
68. You can attend open mic nights every day of the week.
Lahe Lahe, Urban Solace, and Courtyard Koota host poetry & comedy. Check events
69. Thindi Beedi in VV Puram is a night-only food street.
Try Gulkan Dosa, fire-paan, and Avarekalu dishes. Foodie’s map
70. The Public Utility Building is one of MG Road’s oldest skyscrapers.
Built in the 1970s, still hosts tailors, cafés, and gyms. Explore
71. Bangalore’s crematoriums are now solar-powered.
BBMP has installed solar panels to cut carbon emissions.
72. There’s a 24/7 bookstore at the airport.
Relay Bookstore is open even for layovers. More info
73. The Kannada Sahitya Parishat is over 100 years old.
Hosts literary meets, language training, and rare archives.
74. Cauvery Emporium offers authentic sandalwood & handicrafts.
Located on MG Road, Karnataka’s Handicrafts Board runs it. Official site
75. You can get bird-watching guides at Hebbal Lake.
Early mornings, spot kingfishers, pelicans, and migratory ducks. Birding map
76. Bangalore’s oldest traffic signal still works at Hudson Circle.
Installed in the 1960s, it’s maintained manually.
77. Several local brands offer vegan filter coffee now.
Try JustBe, Enerjuvate, and Ooru Kombucha Café. Vegan food spots
78. The city’s ISKCON Temple has a robot that serves prasadam.
A blend of tech and tradition. More info
79. Chamarajpet and Cottonpet are Bangalore’s sari powerhouses.
Buy Mysore silk, crepe, Banarasi & Ilkal at wholesale rates.
80. You can file BBMP complaints directly via the Sahaya app.
Report potholes, garbage, or broken streetlights in seconds. Download here
81. You can take pottery classes in Jayanagar’s Ragi Kana every Sunday.
Local artisans teach for a nominal fee. Event calendar
82. A traffic cop in Shivajinagar has become a local Instagram celebrity.
Known for dance-like hand gestures to direct traffic. Watch reel
83. Shivaji Nagar’s Russell Market still sells exotic meats and spices.
Built in 1927, Bangalore’s answer to Chandni Chowk. Market guide
84. You can ride on mini trains at Bal Bhavan in Cubbon Park.
Great for kids and nostalgic adults alike. Visit here
85. Many apartments compost waste through in-house community biogas units.
Especially in Koramangala and JP Nagar.
86. The city has 100+ ‘pay & use’ smart toilets with GPS tracking.
Clean, safe, and often powered by solar.
87. There’s a thriving Japanese expat community in Whitefield.
Even a Japanese supermarket and sushi school exist.
88. Bangalore has a Quran Garden showcasing plants mentioned in Islam.
Located at the Horticulture Dept, Lalbagh.
89. The Big Banyan Tree (Dodda Alada Mara) is over 400 years old.
Spans over 3 acres—looks like a mini forest. Visit info
90. You can go wall climbing at Decathlon Sarjapur.
Safe, indoor facility with trainers and gear rental. Activity info
91. Bangalore has a Cyber Crime Helpdesk that works on WhatsApp.
Report online frauds fast: +91 94997 94997
92. Lakeview Milk Bar has been serving sundaes since 1930.
Try their classic ‘Hot Chocolate Fudge.’
93. The city’s water comes from 100+ km away at the Cauvery.
Pumped up daily to quench 12+ million people.
94. There’s an entire flea market that opens only during Sankranti.
On Avenue Road – kites, jaggery, and sugarcane everywhere.
95. There’s a dedicated bird hospital inside Lalbagh.
Injured kites, pigeons, and owls are treated here. Read more
96. Many apartment communities have tie-ups with organic milk farms.
Get unprocessed milk delivered directly. Try Akshayakalpa
97. Bangalore’s air quality is better near lakes and parks.
Morning jogs in Sankey Tank or Lalbagh improve lung health. Real-time AQI
98. The city has a growing number of pet cafés.
Eat while you socialise at TherPup, Toit Terrace, etc. Top pet cafés
99. Bangalore’s “Navika Navilina” street art narrates urban women’s stories.
Found on the KR Market flyover and Ulsoor.
100. The city is building skywalks with escalators and elevators.
Whitefield, Yeshwanthpur, and Silk Board already have working models.
