10 Most Interesting Facts About Silicon City Bangalore

Bangalore was the first city in Asia to illuminate its streets with electric lights, back in 1905!

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With over 1000 pubs and clubs, Bangalore is aptly dubbed "India's Pub Capital"

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Over 100 languages are spoken in Bangalore, making it a city with exceptional linguistic diversity

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Bangalore is widely recognized as the "Silicon Valley of India," boasting a thriving IT industry that's home to major global tech giants

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Situated at an elevation of over 900 meters, Bangalore enjoys a relatively cool and comfortable climate throughout the year

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With over 260 lakes in its vicinity, Bangalore was once known as "City Of Lakes"

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Bangalore has highest number of Engineering colleges in India, with over 110 Colleges.

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Winston Churchill reportedly owed a Bangalore-based laundry shop 13 rupees that were never repaid!

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