Bangalore, the capital of Karnataka, is a vibrant cosmopolitan city, a major industrial and commercial centre of the country. Bangalore is also known as the 'Silicon Valley' of the country, the nerve centre of India's software industry. Despite being one of Asia's fastest growing cities, Bangalore remains one of the most elegant metropolises in India. A well planned city, with tree-lined avenues, a large number of parks, gardens and lakes. Situated 1000m above sea level; it is blessed with a salubrious climate.

Bangalore is said to have evolved from its name Benda Kalooru assigned after an old woman living near here served a humble dish of boiled beans to a Hoysala king lost in the wilds on a hunting tour. Bangalore's rapid growth began in the 1960's when the government located key defence and telecommunications research establishments here. Over the following decades, it became the science and technology centre of India and home to many multinational companies.

The city attracts people in large numbers, from all over the country, and abroad, who come to look for better job opportunities and higher education. Surprisingly Bangalore retains its essential old-world appeal. It's also regarded as one of India's a most progressive and liberal cities as far as social attitudes go. It is, in the true sense, a very 'happening' city.