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  The Real Cost of Living in Bangalore as a Student is INR 8000 per month. Bangalore is a brand that has its problems. Talk to people who have lived here for several years and they'll tell you two stories: one that the city is India's most exciting, opportunity-rich metro; and another that every month is like a leak in your wallet. For students relocating to Bangalore, the reality is in the middle, and relies almost solely on the decisions that you make during the first month. No, this is not a rant against the “Bangalore is so expensive” myth and no, it's not a fantasy about living on ₹8,000 a month. It is a realistic estimate of all the money that students spend, how it is lost and how to avoid overspending. Accommodation can be a place that consumes a lot of your money. Rent, by a long shot, is the largest expense you will have, and in many cases, it may be 40-50% of your total monthly expenses. The choices are typically broken down into three categories: Payin...

Bengaluru can be a very busy place! The traffic begins early, people are hurrying to work, and buses are on the move all over that the roads are slowly becoming crowded. However, if you wake up early there's a side to Bengaluru that you can savor! The main impression of the city in the morning is not the same. Fewer vehicles on the road, good weather for walking, healthy-looking trees, and the definite sound of birds, as opposed to horns. peaceful morning doesn't necessarily require an excursion out of town. If you're looking for spots around Bengaluru that are pretty and peaceful, and lovely to stroll through, then sit back, have some coffee and appreciate the city rising. For those who don't want to deal with hectic mornings, here are some of the best spots in Bengaluru to have a peaceful day commence. 1. Ulsoor Lake – A Calm Start Near the Water: Water has a sense calming power to make a place feel peaceful. The area can be very scenic in the morning: Ulsoor Lake is ...

Ever wonder why there are neighborhoods in Bengaluru named Basavanagudi, Malleshwaram, Ulsoor or Chickpet? These names aren't picked at random! Many of them have stories of temples, villages, markets, people and the evolution of the city over the years. Some of the neighborhood names and the story behind them: 🐂 Basavanagudi Basavanagudi gets its name from the famous Bull Temple. Kannada for "basava" is bull and "gudi" is temple . It was a planned suburb of Bengaluru in the late 19th Century and still has quite a bit of the old world charm. 🌿 Malleshwaram  It is an area named after a temple.  The Kadu Malleshwara Temple is the source of the name Malleshwaram. Situated in the late 19th century, the neighborhood retains its historic character throughout its tree-lined streets and traditional homes. 🌳 Ulsoor This is a Jackfruit Orchard.  Ulsoor or Halasuru as it is referred to traditionally is believed to be the association with the jackfruit orchards. In Kann...

Anyone who is hungry for a delicious meal will surely love biriyani, it makes them happy in a no time duration. Spicy Andhra biriyani, aromatic Hyderabadi biriyani, traditional Karanataka's donne biriyani and even Ambur styled biriyani are available. That's where the intrigue lies in Bengaluru's biriyani scene. The flavor can vary quite significantly from place to place. So, whether you prefer your biriyani spicy or smoky, aromatic or stuffed with masala – Bengaluru has got you covered. Featuring some of the most popular areas you may want to visit. 1. Meghana Foods – A Famous Spicy Biryani: There's a greater likelihood you have heard of Meghana Foods if you are an old resident of Bengaluru. It is particularly famous for its biriyani which is spicy and its food of Andhra origin. The Biriyani is one of the known restaurants which people like to go and have a fuller and tastier biriyani. Meghana Foods are appointed as the top biryani joints in Bengaluru by the latest food...

Bengaluru can be a costly city at times. A cup of coffee now, an item of food next, an auto excerise or two, and you realize that you have unwittingly spent ₹500.  But, a good day outside of Bengaluru has to cost a fortune right? Not at all.  It is actually possible to spend a whole day in the city with only ₹500, if one makes a proper effort in planning. It doesn't require a fancy restaurant or a costly activity or shopping spree. There are a lot of pretty places, local Chennai food and interesting streets in Bengaluru, which you can visit without breaking the bank.  So, if you are with ₹500 in your pocket, and a free day, here is one simple thing to do.  🌅 8:00 AM – Start With a Simple Breakfast: Start with a simple breakfast. Have a basic South Indian breakfast! Don't need to look for an expensive café. Head to a local darshini or small restaurant and order something such as idli-vada, dosa or khara bath, accompanied by a cup of filter coffee. For a basic breakfa...

What if Bengaluru were not a city, but a bunch of friends residing in the same house? Every neighborhood would be a distinctive place. Some would be fashionable, some traditional, some always busy and one surely would be the foodie. Malleshwaram would be the old world intellectual. Calm and with a newspaper in hand, never turning down a good filter coffee or dosa. Basavanagudi   would be the cultural soul. It is aware of the history of Bengaluru, is fond of its traditions and likely has a favourite corner of Gandhi Bazaar for each mood. Koramangala would be the ambitious one. Always working on new idea, meeting friends at cafes and somehow having five plans for the evening, still managing to complete all. Indiranagar would be the leader in the trend. It's aware of the latest cafe, the hottest hang out and what everyone will be talking about next week. Jayanagar who would be a balanced friend. A morning walk, good food, some shopping and a peaceful evening - that's a perfect da...

At some stage you don't feel like a tourist in Bengaluru anymore, you feel like it's your city. You slowly start to pick city's unique habits, favourite foods and way of life. Before you know that you are no longer just living in Bengaluru - you've become a Bengalurean.  Here are 10 ways to know you've become a true Bengalurean 1. You have a love hate relationship with Bengaluru traffic Now you are no stranger to the traffic situation in Bengaluru. You know the roads to avoid at busy times and you are an expert at organizing your whole day around traffic. But, somehow you still say, "Bengaluru traffic is bad but I love this city" 2. You have strong opinions about Filter Coffee You might be having a favourite place for a good filter coffee and you know that a proper south Indian breakfast is incomplete without it.  3. You have begun using the Kannada words Fluency in Kannada is not a requirement to connect to Bangalore. Now you start using words such as ...