10 fun facts about Bengaluru

Bengaluru is the second largest city in India by area. The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike covers an area of about 740 square kilometers.

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Bengaluru is the third most populous city in India. Population - 8.5 million (85 lakhs) in 2011

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Bengaluru is known for its moderate climate throughout the year. The city enjoys pleasant temperatures because of its high elevation. Elevation - 920 m

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Bangalore was officially renamed as Bengaluru on 1 November 2014.

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Famous sports teams from Bengaluru - Royal Challengers Bangalore, Bengaluru FC, Bengaluru Bulls.

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Bengaluru is the capital of Karnataka and is the state's largest economic, education, and startup hub.

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Bengaluru is also known as the "Silicon Valley of India" for its thriving IT sector.

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The Kannada cinema is based in Bengaluru.

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Bengaluru is also known as the "Garden city of India".

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Bengaluru is infamous for its traffic.

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