Fun facts about Bangalore
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The earliest known reference to the name 'Bengaluru' was on a ninth-century hero stone found in Begur.
Bangalore
India
Bengaluru, also known as Bangalore, is the capital and largest city of the southern Indian state of Karnataka. As per the 2011 census, the city had a population of 8.4 million, making it the third most populous city in India and the most populous in South India.
From the “Etymology” section
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Bengaluru was established as a city in 1537 CE by Kempe Gowda I, who built a mud-brick fort at the site.
Bangalore
India
Bengaluru, also known as Bangalore, is the capital and largest city of the southern Indian state of Karnataka. As per the 2011 census, the city had a population of 8.4 million, making it the third most populous city in India and the most populous in South India.
From the “History” section
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Bengaluru lies at an average elevation of 900 m (2,953 ft) in the heart of the Mysore Plateau.
Bangalore
India
Bengaluru, also known as Bangalore, is the capital and largest city of the southern Indian state of Karnataka. As per the 2011 census, the city had a population of 8.4 million, making it the third most populous city in India and the most populous in South India.
From the “Geography” section
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As per the 2011 census, Bengaluru had a population of 8,443,675, making it the third most populous city in India.
Bangalore
India
Bengaluru, also known as Bangalore, is the capital and largest city of the southern Indian state of Karnataka. As per the 2011 census, the city had a population of 8.4 million, making it the third most populous city in India and the most populous in South India.
From the “Demographics” section
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Bengaluru is referred to as the 'Pub Capital of India' and the 'Rock/Metal Capital of India' due to its vibrant music scene.
Bangalore
India
Bengaluru, also known as Bangalore, is the capital and largest city of the southern Indian state of Karnataka. As per the 2011 census, the city had a population of 8.4 million, making it the third most populous city in India and the most populous in South India.
From the “Culture” section
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