Magrath Road: (Opp Garuda Mall) Ashok Nagar. Ph: 42866999 Malleshwaram: 17th cross Sampige Road. Ph: 23465333/5444 Jayanagar (South): 5th Block, 100 Feet Ring Road. Ph: 22446601/ 02,04,05 Marathahalli: (Near Outer Ring Road) Anand Nagar Layout. Ph: 25239191
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CONTENTS 17 COVER STORY
Festive bonanza @ Deepam Varamahalakshmi sale
47 SHOP FEATURE
Siddhi Samruddhi Utsava Sale @ Vijayalakshmi Silks
60 WELLNESS FEATURE Say ‘no’ to arthritis @ Perfect Bounce
10 TRAVELLER
Car Hire, Tour Operators, Useful Organisations, Foreign Exchange & related services
24 CITY MAP
Road & Route Map of Bangalore
26 CITY SIGHTS
Landmarks, Religious Places and Park
32 STAY
Luxury & Budget Hotels, Serviced Apts & Resorts
36 EAT
South Indian, North Indian, Fast Food, Multicuisine, Chinese
PUBLISHER Rajeshwari K CONSULTANT EDITOR Smiti Jain Narayan MARCOMM MANAGER SP Banumathy DESIGN & PRODUCTION Kiran Vijayadev V3 PUBLISHERS PRIVATE LIMITED No. 80, 11th Cross,5th Main, Indiranagar, 1st Stage, Bangalore 560 038 Tel: 98450-37232, 98450-56103 Email: sales@travelandshop.in
50 PARTY
Lounge Bars, Pubs,Restobars
52 SHOP
Malls, Silks, Clothes Designer Stores, Jewellery Leather & Accessories Handloom & Handicraft
62 HEALTH
Beauty parlours, Health Clubs, Hospitals, 24-hour Pharmacies and others
68 GETAWAYS
Mysore, Mudumalai, Thiruvannamalai, Wayanad and more
EDIT
Hail our tribal President From the hinterlands of India, from a remote tribal community a woman has sprung up to the country’s highest office, as a supreme example of democracy in action. India’s 15th President, Droupadi Murmu is the first scheduled tribe community person to be elected to the prestigious post of President of India. She has been Governor of Jharkhand before this, has held other offices in Government of Odisha, has been a teacher. But to be elected as President of the world’s most populous democracy is another leap altogether.
Droupadi Murmu’s achievement is an inspiration to humanity everywhere
When an individual scales such unprecedented heights – a woman, a tribal woman at that – against all odds, never allowing their background to come in the way of success, then that achievement is no longer just a personal victory. It’s not about one woman’s achievement. It is now a collective achievement of a nation, a victory for anyone who has struggled against their circumstances, their backgrounds, their modest means, to celebrate and achieve and hope that they can, yes, they too can. That it’s not about where you come from, but where you are going. Apart from a tribal background, Droupadi Murmu has had to deal with devastating personal tragedies – she lost five of her closest family members in a span of seven years including her husband, two sons, mother and brother. But she overcame her sorrow and emerged stronger, burnt by the fire of pain and loss. India stands behind its 15th President proudly, her life an inspiration, that one can dare to hope, to strive, to become. SMITI JAIN NARAYAN
Consultant Editor
Bengaluru Travel & Shop is printed and published by V3 Publishers Private Limited, 80, 11th Cross, 5th Main, 1st Stage, Indiranagar, Bengaluru 560-038. M: 98450-56103/98450-37232. Coimbatore: 95M, 3rd Floor, Prasad Chambers, East Arokiasamy Road, RS Puram, Coimbatore - 641 002. Tel: 0422 255 2355. Printed at Prints India Process, Industrial Town, Rajaji Nagar, Bengaluru -10 ©2022 All rights reserved worldwide. Unsolicited manuscripts will not be returned unless accompanied by a pre-paid envelope. All the information listed here may not be accurate as things could change at the last minute. Readers are advised to check with the establishments before they make their purchases. RNI No 30155/09
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WESTERN STORES BEST IN ETHNIC FASHION
No 176/2, Commercial Street M: 96209 21912 westernstoresbangalore
EVENTS
FOOD HAKKA NOODLES
All month, all day Taj MG Road, 41/3, Mahatma Gandhi Rd, Yellappa Garden Tel: 1800 266 7646 A tantalizing and spicy burst of flavors! Take a pause from your work and enjoy on a scrumptious Hakka Noodles crafted to perfection with aromatic ingredients at the comfort of your home.
POOLSIDE BRUNCH
Saturdays, 1pm onwards JW Marriott Hotel Bengaluru, 24/1, Vittal Mallya Road, Ashok Nagar Tel: 88844 94036
It’s time to unwind with a brunch featuring poolside views, a range of signature craft beers, grilled delicacies, live music and more, every Saturday at The Merak Brewhouse
DIVERSE CUISINES
All month, all day JW Marriott Hotel Bengaluru, 24/1, Vittal Mallya Road, Ashok Nagar Tel: 6718 9999
Discover the world through its diverse cuisines. The flavours of the Mediterranean are utterly unforgettable, turning signature delicacies into timeless classics, crafted by our culinary experts. BANGALORE
MARRIOTT BONVOY ON WHEELS
All month, Sundays JW Marriott Hotel Bengaluru, 24/1, Vittal Mallya Road, Ashok Nagar Tel: 6718 9999
It’s a gourmet experience in the comfort of your home with a curated range of delicacies from Marriott Bonvoy on Wheels. Make your weekend extra-special.
FLAVORS AND AROMAS
Every Saturday, 7.30pm to 11pm Cafe G, Holiday Inn Bengaluru Racecourse, an IHG Hotel, Ward No.94, 16/1, Seshadri Road, Gandhi Nagar Tel: 76249 97913
Experience timeless Oriental fare with it’s mouth-watering best as our culinary experts bring you an irresistible flavors and aromas from the far-east Asia only on Saturdays. 2022 | AUGUST FIRST HALF| 06
EVENTS MEXICAN TEQUILA BRUNCH
All month, 11am-3pm The Market, The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore, 99, Residency Road, Ashok Nagar Tel: 97410 35124
Relish traditional Mexican delicacies packed with spicy, smoky and zesty flavors, perfectly paired with the smooth and toasty tequila cocktails.
LAVISH DELIGHTS
Sundays, 12.30m-4pm Taj Yeshwantpur, 2275, Tumkur Road, Yeshwanthpur Industrial Area, Phase 1, Yeswanthpur Tel: 6690 0111
From mouth-watering main courses to desserts that melt in your mouth, our Sunday brunch caters to all your cravings.
SOUNDSWORTH PRESENTS AGAM Aug 5, 8pm GYLT, 22, 1st Main Rd, Visthar Tel: 88618 56039
Come catch the city`s most favourite contemporary Carnatic progressive Rock Band live at the city`s newest and swankiest live venue.
EXHIBITION ROYAL ENFIELD PRESENTS SNEAKINOUT 2.0
Aug 7, 3pm JW Marriott Hotel Bengaluru, 24/1, Vittal Mallya Road, Ashok Nagar Tel: 6718 9999 This festival will witness the BEST of sneaker, streetwear and culture brands with over a 100 exhibitors from around the country and a curation some of the most ELITE music line ups you’ve seen yet.
PARY LADIES NIGHT
Every Wednesday, 7pm Onwards Hotel Royal Orchid, 1, Golf Avenue, Adjoining KGA Golf Course, Airport Road Tel: 99020 10909
BANGALORE
It’s that time of the week. Shout out to all the ladies. Come on down to Jeffs Lounge every Wednesday, 7 PM onwards for Ladies Night!
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INNER WEAR | LINGERIE | NIGHT WEAR | LOUNGE WEAR
#160, COMMERCIAL STREET, BANGALORE - 560 001. PH : 97417-06869
It’s what you are on the inside,that counts.
TRAVELLER
GETTING AROUND TOWN
Tour operators, forex, visa assistance, helplines...
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engaluru is a traveller’s delight. It starts with the air conditioned Volvo buses and the pre-paid taxi counter at the airport. Not to mention, the pre-paid auto counters at the city’s railway stations. But the finest example is the ease with which you can navigate the central business district of MG Road and around with the Big 10 buses. You can hop on and hop off at any point after your shopping expedition. But the finest experience will be the first reach of the Namma Metro train running from Old Madras Road to MG Road. Happy travels.
ARJUN TOURS & TRAVELS
GETS ITS OWN LOGO Bengaluru has become the first Indian city to have its own logo, joining the club of global metros like New York, Paris and Berlin. The logo was unveiled recently, with letters BE and U highlighted, reflecting the city’s ethos where everyone gets a chance to be oneself. The new Bengaluru logo will establish Brand Bengaluru on the global tourism map.
CAR HIRE
YUVAN TRAVEL HOUSE
2A Main Road, 458, Kasturi Nagar Off Outer Ring Road; Tel: 81234-12344 SUHALAYA TRAVELS
16B, 1st Street, Ulsoor Tel: 99014-44499 open 24 hours. SANKY TRAVELS
34, 3rd Main, 3rd Cross, RMV 2nd Stage, Dollar Colony; Tel: 2351-5900. 10am-6.30pm FORTUNE TRAVELS
17, 7th Main, CMH Road, 2nd Stage, Indiranagar; Tel: 99000-45245, 9am-10pm CLASSIC CABS
2, Soundarya Excellence, 3rd Main, Old Binny Mill Road, Ganganagar; Tel: 98443-55128. 7am-10pm BANGALORE CABS
646, 2nd Cross, 1st Block, Rajajinagar,Tel:99163-52007 open 24 hours For airport service only. MEGA CABS
67/A State Highway 104, Baglur Cross, Yelahanka; Tel: 4747-4747, 63669-22296 YES CABS
12/1, 7th Cross, Maruthi Nagar Main Road, Madiwala; Tel: 90364-21999. 24hr AUTORIDERS
1,2 & 3, Survey No 218/2, HAL 3rd Stage, Airport Road; Tel: 4126-5010. METRO TRAVEL GROUP
38/13, Lake Point, Meanee Avenue, Ulsoor; Tel: 2530-2222, 9am-9pm.
8, 1st Floor, St Marks Road; Tel: 2221-7054, 9.30am-7pm. CLIPPER HOLIDAYS
No 2/1, Wokerlane, Richmond Town Tel: 96322-04141, 4112-8684. 10am-6pm SURABHI TOURS & TRAVEL
13th Main, Palace Road, Vasanthnagar; Tel: 2220-2911, 8am-7pm. SKYWAY INTERNATIONAL TRAVELS
8, Tourism House, Papanna Street St Marks Road; Tel: 2211-1405, 10am-7pm. MERU CABS
89/1, Raja Icon Bldg, Opp Park Plaza, Outer Ring Road, Marathahalli; Tel: 4422-4422 MOVING AROUND IN BANGALORE APP-BASED CABS
This is a popular and convenient mode of transport for those on the move and an easy-to-book taxi service at your fingertips. Just download the app from Google Playstore on your Android and iOS smartphones. Bonuses: No need to look for parking in the city; comparable to autos in fare; some offer option to pay by card or paytm. l UBER: Cabs, autos & share-cabs l OLA: Cabs, autos & share-cabs AUTOS
Auto-rickshaws are Bangalore’s ubiquitous mode of transport, easy to hail down, with the metre box that declares the fare fairly. Ideal to use for short distances, or even long ones for that matter, or as a transit transport to get to the metro station. BUSES
Bangalore has a vast network of BMTC buses plying within the city. The best way is to check locally for routes and bus numbers to reach a particular destination. Be prepared for some wait time though. METRO
The Bangalore metro rail system offers good connectivity and speed, and is especially useful for cross-city commute to avoid road traffic. Regulars can opt for a metro pass that can be loaded with currency and swiped at stations. (See detailed metro route map inside).
TRAVELLER HOP-ON HOP-OFF
l Look out for BMTC is operating ‘Bangalore Darshini’ service to facilitate city sightseeing, with 2 AC buses. Bangalore Darshini-1: Starts from Kempegowda Bus Station at 8.45am and covers Tippu Palace, Dodda Basavanna Temple, Gavigangadareshwara Temple, Banashankari Temple, Lalbagh, Vishveshwarayya Museum, Cubbon Park, Vidhana Soudha, Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium, Indira Gandhi Musical Fountain, Iskcon, Prasanna Anjaneya Temple, and returns to Kempegowda Bus Station at 8pm. Bangalore Darshini-2: Starts from Kempegowda Bus Station at 8.45am and covers Iskcon, Prasanna Anjaneya Temple, Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium, Indira Gandhi Musical Fountain, Cubbon Park, Vidhana Soudha, Vishveshwarayya Museum, Lalbagh, Banashankari Temple, Dodda Basavanna Temple, Gavigangadareshwara Temple, Tippu Palace, and returns to Kempegowda Bus Station at 7.50pm. Fare: Adult Rs 400, Child Rs 300.
For advance seat reservation, visit www.ksrtc.in or any KSRTC reservation counter. BMTC EZY TRIP Helpline: 1-800-425-1663 JANANI TOURS & RESORTS PVT. LTD.
L170/171, 6 Sector, Ring Road, HSR Layout; Tel: 4070-8090, open 24 hours.
HAMMOCK LEISURE HOLIDAYS
3291, 1st Floor, 12th Main, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar; Tel: 4202-3333, 9.30am-6pm. CONTI TRAVELS
66, Gandhi Tower, Richmond Road; Tel: 81979-72777, 9.30am-8pm.
MARCOPOLO TRAVELS & TOURS
2, Janardhan Towers, Residency Road; Tel: 4242-5858, 9.30am-7.30pm. GLOBAL TRAVEL SERVICES
11, First Floor, Infantry Road; Tel: 2286-8077, 4113-0380, 9.30am-6pm. SOUTHERN TRAVELS
113/3, JC Road, Opp Salman Hotel, Tel: 2237-5536, 93799-23236 9am-9pm.
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AIRPORT LOUNGES
ABOVE GROUND LEVEL LOUNGE
GSE Bldg, 2, Kempegowda International Airport, Devanahalli; Tel: 80667-87670. Open 24 hrs. New VIP Lounge designed for passengers to relax and unwind in luxury. With gourmet food, alcoholic beverages, recharging stations, business centre and other thoughtful features.
CHARTERED ACCOUNTS
TOUR OPERATORS
UTTARAKHAND TOURISM
29/2, 2nd Floor, Nanjappa Mansion K.H.Road, Shanthinagar; Tel: 2224-9378, 10.30am-6pm; Sat-10.30am-1pm COMFORT HOLIDAYS
28A, Michael Palya, Indiranagar 1st Stage; Tel: 2529-5828, 2528-6086, 9.30am-8pm, THOMAS COOK INDIA
70, Vimal Chambers, MG Road; Tel: 4566-9566, •720, 1st Floor, Chinmaya Mission Hospital Road,Indiranagar, Tel:4092-7225 • 231, Sampige Road, 15th Cross Road, 2nd Main, Malleshwaram, Tel: 2346-1838 • 8, 1st Floor, 7th Phase, Kothnur Main Rd, J. P. Nagar,Tel:4151 6031 • 1197, GF, Falak Complex 17th & 22nd Cross, Sector 2, HSR Layout, Tel:2572 0590 9.30am-6pm,
R SINGHVI & ASSOCIATES
BMTC Bus Depot, Ground Floor, Yeshwantpur; Tel: 4334-4334. 9am-9pm.
DELOITTE HASKINS & SELLS
KSTDC
BANGALORE
No 28, RV Layout, Near BDA Head Office, Opp Corporation Bank, Kumara park Tel: 2346-3462, 2346-3465 GV SUNDER & CO
3/5, 4th Unity Building, JC Road; Tel: 2224-4189 ERNST & YOUNG
24, 6th, 12th & 13th Floor, Canbera Block, UB City, Vittal Mallya Road; Tel: 4027-5000, 6727-5000 Prestige Trade Tower, Palace Road, High Grounds; Tel: 6627-6387 2022 | AUGUST FIRST HALF| 12
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BMTC: 1800-425-1663 Traffic Helpline: 1095 Harassed by Auto Drivers: 2558-8444/555 HIV/AIDS: 2354-3333/2222 Animal Welfare: 2341-1181 (SPCA), 2294-7300 (CUPA) Consumer Dispute Redressal Forum: 2221-1137 Suicide Prevention & Emotional Distress: 2549-7777 (9am-5pm, Mon-Sat) Helpline for women: 1091 Helpline for children: 1098 Blood Bank: 94800-44444
A B PROS CONSULTING SERVICES
261, Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan Road, MS Palya, Vidyaranyapura,Tel:6570-2376
LAWYERS / ADVOCATES
TAXIS GO PINK
A fleet of 10 pink taxis have been deployed recently at KIA (Kempegowda International Airport), in a partnership between KSTDC (Karnataka State Tourism Development) and BIAL (Bengaluru International Airport Limited). These exclusive cabs are driven only by women drivers, and cater only to women passengers, ferrying them to and from the airport. An applause-worthy example of woman empowerment with safety as its agenda.
TELECOM PROVIDERS
VODAFONE
540, 100 Feet Rd, Krishna Reddy Layout, Amarjyoti Layout, Domlur,Tel:80717-13000 AIRTEL
Prestige Technology Park, Jupiter (2A) Block, Sarjapur-Marathhalli Ring Road, Kadabeesanahalli Village, Varthur Hobli; Tel: 98450-12345, 121 from Airtel mobile BSNL
6th Floor, Telephone House, Raj Bhavan Road Tel: 2287-4419, 9.30am-6.30pm l 80 Feet Road, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar Tel: 2223-1503 l Sanchar Complex, WMS Compound,9th Main, 47th Cross, 5th Block, JayanagarTel: 2691-1773, 2663-9996 l 1760/E, 2nd Stage, Dr Rajkumar Road, D Block, Rajajinagar Tel: 2332-2925 l Bannerghatta Road Tel: 2648-6161, l
KING & PARTRIDGE ADVOCATES
48, Hitananda, Lavelle Road; Tel: 2221-2341. LAWYERS INC
15/2, 12th Block, Kumara Park West; Tel: 4155-3014. CONSCIENTIA
286/48, 1st Floor, 11th Cross,Indira Towers, Wilson Garden; Tel: 4131-1607. DUA ASSOCIATES
130/1, 2nd Floor, Matruashish Building, Ulsoor Road; Tel: 2558-8799 KUMAR ASSOCIATES
22, 4th ‘C’ Cross Industrial Layout, 5th Block, Koramangala; Tel: 2553-0200
BANGALORE
FOREIGN EXCHANGE CENTRUM DIRECT
194, Akruti Chambers, Binnamangala Stage II, Double Road, Indiranagar; Tel: 4908-9000 THOMAS COOK INDIA
70, MG Road, 2nd & 3rd Floor; Tel: 6717-8800. 9.30am-6pm.
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1/A, High Profile Business Centre, Church Street; Tel: 99455-82119, 10am-9pm.
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Only at Jayanagar In an exclusive preview for our privileged customers, we are showcasing our finest creations woven in the silken heritage of over 50 years. Please visit our Jayanagar Showroom Varamahalakshmi sale starts from 20th July, choose from our exquisite collections. Kanjeevarams | Designer Sarees | Anarkalis | Gowns | Kurtis
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Navy Blue Banartasi jaal Banarasi jaals illustrate the resplendent designs that have been honed over centuries of mastery craft. The multifarious shades are a splendorous visual treat.
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Handwoven Tussar Beige saree Explore contemporary art with Tussar silk sarees that are decked with multi-colored floral elegance.
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Bangalore’s most-awaited annual dream sale! FLAUNT THE LATEST FASHIONS WITH UP TO 40% DISCOUNT WITH DEEPAM VARAMAHALAKSHMI SALE BY SMITI JAIN NARAYAN
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t’s Varamahalakshmi time and all eyes are on the city’s mostawaited Deepam sale. Get the best out of your festive season shopping budget with discounts of up to 40% on Deepam’s collection of traditional Kanjeevaram silks, designer sarees, tussars, patolas, paithanis, gadwals and many more. In fact, Deepam Varamahalakshmi Sale is now an iconic annual sale event that not only Bangaloreans wait for every year, but people from neighbouring cities also wait for and BENGALURU
converge down here from all parts of Karnataka, and even neighbouring States to come and get their finest pick of the best silks and sarees at the best prices at this time. From Kanjeevarams to Uppadas, from Gharcholas to Paithanis, from Ikkat to Gadwals, fashion sarees, festive wear, latest styles and lots of variety in every style – Deepam has the maximum range and stocks to suit every taste across the spectrum from the traditional to the contemporary. 2022 | AUGUST FIRST HALF | 22
Every Deepam saree is sourced from the highly-skilled master weavers who weave their magic into each and every product that you will find at Deepam, created on their heritage looms across the country. Whatever be the occasion, whether the most auspicious Varamahalakshmi festival for married ladies, or any other event through the year, different festivals, weddings, parties, pujas and other occasions, when you drape yourself in a Deepam saree or apparel, you can flaunt your fashion sensibilities with flourish and panache, secure in the knowledge that you are wearing a unique hand-crafted piece that will grace the event perfectly. It is elegance and style personified, with grand embellishments and a lot of detailing that makes it stand out. With Deepam you can make a statement of style and individuality and make heads turn with the sheer beauty of your ensemble. The in-house designers at Deepam work closely with the master weavers to translate their fashion vision into the finest silks and sarees, making it a unique blend of heritage weaves and trendy styles. The Varamahalakshmi Sale is a not-to-be-missed offer, which ladies everywhere await to make the most of the discounts on the greatest assortment of colours, styles, fabrics and designs in sarees, ghaghras, anarkalis, kurtis, gowns, party wear and so much more. Can your Varamahalakshmi shopping be complete without Deepam? Drop in and shop to your heart’s content and personify the gruha-lakshmi of your home in style with lots of savings.
BENGALURU
Deepam Varamahalakshmi Sale with up to 40% discount is on July 20 onwards, only at the Jayanagar store.
393 & 394, 11th Main Road, 3rd Block, Jayanagar; Tel: 4090-8855/11
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Bengaluru City Map
CITY SIGHTS
SIGHTS, HIGHLIGHTS, LANDMARKS Parks, landmarks, places of religious interest...
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ith Bengaluru, the sobriquets keep getting added up. From Air Conditioned City to Aviation Capital to Garden City, this small town turned technopolis has added a new word to the American lexicon: ‘Bangalored’. It means ‘to lose one’s job’ as a result of off shoring work to India. That’s not all. The city is emerging as a medical tourism hub in India by offering ‘First World Service at Third World Cost’. What’s more, the best and the brightest multinationals are spicing up the retail scene by test-marketing large format stores like Reebok, Levi’s, Adidas, Esprit and Nautica. It’s become a ‘yuppie heaven’. Now that’s yet another sobriquet for the city. With the Metro Rail opening in phases, things are getting better by the day. Visit the city and be bowled over.
VIDHAN SOUDHA
Dr Ambedkar Veddi Road, North of Cubbon Park Built of granite and porphyry, this is the seat of the Secretariat and the State Legislature. Built in 1956, it has a dome, Rajasthani Jharokhas and Indo- Saracenic pillars. Things to watch out for: the sandalwood door to the Cabinet Room, and the Speaker’s Chair which is made of Mysore rosewood.
BANGALORE PALACE
GOVERNMENT MUSEUM
Sankey Road
Built in 1880 at a cost of Rs 10 lakh, the Bangalore Palace was modeled on Windsor Castle, complete with fortified towers and turreted parapets. It stands amid undulating lawns, partly converted into a formal garden with axial paths. ATTARA KACHERI
Ambedkar Veedhi, Opp Vidhan Soudha.
Formerly offices of the secretariat, the twostorey structure of stone and brick structure is now home to the Karnataka High Court Built in Greco-Roman style, this bright-red building is spread over 1.95 lakh sq ft of space. JAWAHARLAL NEHRU PLANETARIUM
High Grounds,T Chowdiah Road
two shows held every day.
BANGALORE
Founded in 1989, the sky theatre inside comprises a dome that is fifteen metres in diameter and has a seating capacity of 225. There are
Kasturba Road, Bangalore GPO Established in 1866 and located on Kasturba Road, this is one of the oldest museums in India. Housed in a red stucco Neo-Classical building with Corinthian columns, it has 18 sections with a fine collection of jewellery, miniature paintings, sculpture, artifacts from Mohenjo-Daro and much more. SHIVA STATUE
Kemp Fort, Old Airport Road
Located behind on Old Airport Road, this statue is 65 feet tall, depicting Lord Shiva in lotus position. It has the backdrop of Mount Kailash, Shiva’s heavenly abode and the river Ganga flowing from his matted locks. WORLD TRADE CENTER
Rajajinagar Also known as North Star is a 32-floor building. It was constructed by Brigade Enterprises which also consists of the Sheraton hotel, Colombia Asia hospital, the Orion Mall, and so on. WTC Bangalore is recognised for international trade and opportunities.
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CITY SIGHTS LALBAGH
Laid out by Mysuru ruler Haider Ali in 1740 spread over 240 acres. Its tropical plants were imported by Haider and his son Tipu Sultan from countries as diverse as Afghanistan, Persia, Mauritius, Turkey and Africa. Ogle at the Glass House modeled on London’s Crystal Palace. There is an annual flower show as well. Climb the rock mountain and take a look at Bangalore from the top. JP PARK
Junction of Jalahalli and Mathikere The Jayaprakash Narayan Park boasts of 20,000 varieties of plant species, 60,000 flowering plants and shrubs and 5,000 medicinal herbs. It also include a 4.5-km jogging track, bamboo garden, women’s playground with dedicated shuttle and tennikoit court, football court, 1,000-seater amphitheatre and so on. The big lake there attracts migratory birds. Timings: 5am-8.30am & 5pm-8.30pm. BANNERGHATTA NATIONAL PARK
Located 22 km from Bangalore, it is a sanctuary for wildlife, bears, r e p t i l e s , elephants and deer. Chief attractions include the lion and tiger safari, herbivore safari and the butterfly park. The Bannerghatta Nature Camp offers a package and a guided nature walk. It is closed on Tuesdays.
BULL TEMPLE
Bull Temple Road, Basavanagudi This is a typical Dravidian-style temple built by Kempe Gowda I. It is has a monolith bull that is 4.5m tall and 6.5m long. It was apparently built to appease a vagrant bull which persisted in devouring all the groundnuts in the surrounding fields. Once this temple was built, the bull stayed away from the groundnuts. A Groundnut Fair (Kadalekayi Parishe) near the temple premises is held every year. TAWAKKAL MASTAN DARGAH
Cottonpet, Near Majestic
Dedicated to the Sufi Saint Hazrat Tawakkal Mastan Shah, it is characterised by coloured floor tiles, tinted glass lamps, a green-and-white façade and ornate minarets.
ISKCON TEMPLE
Hare Krishna Hills,West of Chord Road, Rajajinagar The International Society for Krishna Consciousness is one of the most sought after destinations in India. The white temple building has gorgeous deities of Lord Radha Krishna. BAHAI BHAVAN
82, Coles Road The centre hosts regular ‘firesides’ or discussions among small groups on the teachings of the Bahá’í Faith along with prayer meetings and study groups. BANGALORE
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CITY SIGHTS ST ANDREW’S CHURCH
Cubbon Road. This red-and-white Scottish-styled Gothic church was built in 1867. High windows, tall doors and circular ventilators are the highlights of this pretty edifice.
BRINDAVAN
Whitefield, Kadugodi This is the Bangalore home of spiritual master Sathya Sai Baba. Spread over 50 acres, it is surrounded by Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning and the Sri Sathya Sai Hospital. BANGALORE INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION CENTRE (BIEC)
Tumkur Road
ST MARY’S BASILICA
Shivajinagar
Best known for the eightday St Mary’s Feast every September, this church started in as a small chapel 1818. Rev LF Kleiner transformed the small chapel into a church in 1874. Boasts of stately arches vaulting towards the ceiling, rich Corinthian capitals of moulded bunches of grapes and artistic stained-glass windows from Paris. JAMIA MASJID
A multi-purpose facility spread over 34 acres, is a common ground for industry exhibitions, conferences, product demonstrations and training programme.
MATA AMRITHANANDAMAYI MATH
136, Ullal Cross Road, 2nd Stage Jnana Bharathi Like her ashrams across the world, this one is run by Amma’s disciples and regularly holds spiritual discourses and classes. It manages the Bramasthanam Temple, an engineering college, Amrita Vidyalayam, Amrita Krupa, a charitable clinic that offers free medical check-ups.
NR Road
One of the biggest mosques in town, it can accommodate over 10,000 people at a time. Made of pure white marble from Rajasthan, it was built in 1940 and is in the middle of City Market.
CUBBON PARK
Near the Vidhan Soudha is this 334-acre park laid out in 1864 by Richard Sankey, the Chief Engineer of Mysore, and named in honour of the then Chief Commissioner of Mysore, Sir Mark Cubbon. It is dotted with statues, giant bamboos, flowerbeds, natural rock formations.
BIG BANYAN TREE
Village of Ramohalli, near Kengeri, 60Km west of Bangalore The Doda Alada Mara literally translated to Big Banyan Tree, is a giant tree covering 3 acres (12,000sqm) and is one of the largest of its kind. It is said to be at least 400 years old. Buses can be taken from Majestic Bangalore to Kengeri, and Kengeri to Doda Alada Mara.
BANGALORE
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LAP OF COMFORT & LUXURY
Hotels, serviced apartments, resorts...
H
igh tech hospitality is the hallmark of Bengaluru hotels. If The Zuri boasts of an innovative whirlpool jacuzzi on the terrace of its two presidential suites, The Leela’s Maharaja presidential suites take it up a few notches by offering bullet-proof windows, closed circuit television and intruder alarm systems. Vivanta by Taj Whitefield has drop down screens and projectors, pillar-less halls and night vision cameras. Not to mention, La Marvella’s iTouch device that lets you control the lights and the blinds at the push of a button. Not to mention, the TV set, air conditioner and room service. Wow, indeed.
FIVE STAR
THE LALIT ASHOK
Kumara Krupa High Grounds Tel: 6817-7777. 184 contemporary and uberstylish rooms spread over 8 floors, Rejuve Spa, gym, tennis court and 5 conference hall and board rooms. thelalit.com.
SHERATON GRAND BENGALURU WHITEFIELD HOTEL & CONVENTION CENTRE
Prestige Shantiniketan, Hoodi, Whitefield; Tel: 7100-8100. A perfect blend of the local aesthetic with international levels of quality hospitality and comfort. 360 fully AC double rooms and suites with fine dining restaurants, lobby lounge, state-of-the-art health spa and gym, swimming pool, lobby and retail spaces. ITC WINDSOR
Windsor Square, 25, Golf Course Road Tel: 2226-9898. 240 wood-panelled rooms, 22 suites, Presidential Suite, beauty salon, gift store, currency exchange, babysitting services and cocktail lounge, itchotels.in. THE TAJ WEST END
25, Race Course Road; Tel: 6660-5660. A five star luxury hotel offering the best in decor, service and facilities, including 45 species of butterflies, 38 species of birds and 54 varieties of trees, tajhotels.com. TAJ BANGALORE
Near Kempegowda International Airport, Devanahalli; Tel: 6600-3300. A small walk away from the airport, this new 154-key luxury hotel offers unmatched metropolitan hospitality, with panoramic views. Strategically located for business travellers, 30 km from city centre. Host of dining options, state-of-the-art conferencing and banquet facilities, taj.bangalore@tajhotels.com VIVANTA BENGALURU, WHITEFIELD
ITPB, Whitefield Tel: 6693-3333. 199 stylish guest rooms and a spectrum of facilities, including natural mood lighting, interactive TVs, Internet Protocol (IP) telephones, home-theatre surround system, tennis courts, spa, retail stores and al fresco sections. TAJ YESHWANTPUR, BENGALURU
2275, Tumkur Road, Yeshwantpur, Tel: 6690-0111. Modern architecture marks 327 cosmopolitan rooms. Relax in leisure where today meets tomorrow, and business meets pleasure, vivantabytaj.com. THE LEELA PALACE
23, Old Airport Road, Kodihalli Tel: 2521-1234. The theme of Indian opulence is carried though a variety of suites and rooms all offering rich, warm and soothing experience, theleela.com. THE ZURI WHITEFIELD BENGALURU
244, Hoodi Village, Near ITPL, Whitefield Road, Whitefield Tel: 6665-7272. A luxury business hotel with five different F&B options, 162 rooms. BANGALORE
LA MARVELLA
1, 14th Cross, South End Circle, 2nd Block, Jayanagar Tel: 4333-5333. South Bangalore’s upscale luxury boutique hotel, ideal for business travellers with premium amenities, luxurious rooms, fine multicuisine dining, stylish lounge bar, banqueting and conferencing facilities, gym and spa, strategic location and round-the-clock concierge services.
SHANGRI-LA HOTEL
56-6B, Palace Road Tel: 4512-6100. In the heart of India’s Garden City, it has an elegant double-height lobby with live piano music. Spacious rooms with luxurious amenities and panoramic city view. TAJ – MG ROAD
41/3, MG Road Tel: 6660-4444, 6661-4444. Each room features ergonomically designed mobile work desks, de-stress options, a special Rest Easy menu and dual massage showerheads.. ITC GARDENIA
1, Residency Road Tel: 2211-9898. Envisioned as a building set in a garden; this hotel offers 292 large and well equipped rooms, including 13 suites and the largest Presidential Suite in India. All rooms are a study in elegance and are a perfect balance between style and comfort, itchotels.in. THE OBEROI
37-39, MG Road Tel: 2558-5858. A brand new selection of rooms and suites now renovated to deliver a complete new stay experience, 24 hours spa service, BENGALURU MARRIOTT HOTEL WHITEFIELD
8th Road, Plot No 75, EPIP Area, Whitefield Tel: 4943-5000. Contemporary style, 324 guest rooms, including 17 suites, spread over 10,000 square feet, hotel restaurants offers Thai, Italian, Deli, tapas and Continental food. JW MARRIOTT HOTEL
24/1, Vittal Mallya Road Tel: 6718-9999. Located in the business district next to UB city, overlooking Cubbon Park. The hotel offers 10,400 sq ft of indoor and outdoor event space, a Grand Ball Room, luxury spa, heated pool and a choice of restaurants. CONRAD BENGALURU
25/3, Kensington Road, Ulsoor; Tel: 2214-4444. Stunning high-rise hotel on the edge of MG Road, overlooking the iconic Ulsoor Lake, globally inspired architecture, a blend of old world detailing and modern embellishments, offering style and luxury. Spacious rooms, premium furnishings and bath amenities. HYATT CENTRIC
1/1, Swami Vivekananda Road, Ulsoor Tel: 4936-1234. It offers 143 well-appointed guestrooms as well as a selection of world class dining, available in the hotel’s two restaurants and bar. 2022 | AUGUST FIRST HALF| 33
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2, Gangadhar Chetty Road, Yellappa Chetty Layout, Ulsoor; Tel: 2558 8550. Boutique hotel on the banks of Ulsoor Lake. Amenities like all-day dining, free Wi-Fi, round the clock fitness centre, on –site spa. Scenic city skyline view from rooftop pool. Convenient location, near shopping centres, malls, restaurants and temples. RENAISSANCE BENGALURU RACE COURSE HOTEL
17 and 17/1 Madhava Nagar Extension Race Course Lane Tel: 6835-5555 COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT BENGALURU HEBBAL
2, 55, Outer Ring Road, Jogappa Layout, Nagavara Tel: 6122-6777 NOVOTEL
Opp Intel Campus, Sarjapur Outer Ring Road Tel: 6670-5000.
VIVANTA BENGALURU, RESIDENCY ROAD
66, Residency Road Tel: 6660-4545, 6661-4542, 98 rooms, including 4 suites. THE PAUL
139/28, Domlur Layout, Tel: 4047-7777. An exclusive all-suite luxury hotel with 54 single and double bedroom suites. THE PARK
14/7, MG Road Tel: 2559-4666. Characterised by its chic Italian restaurant and a bar lounge, this 109-room boutique hotel serves Mediterranean, South East Asian and Indian cuisine. THE RITZ-CARLTON
99, Residency Road Tel: 4914-8000 Luxury hotel located within easy access to prominent business districts and shopping destinations. Spacious rooms and suites, with fine dining restaurants, spa with luxury treatments, ideal venue for meetings and events. THE CHANCERY PAVILION
135, Residency Road Tel: 4141-4141. 234 rooms, including executive, presidential, club pavilion, long-stay and theme rooms. SHERATON GRAND BANGALORE HOTEL AT BRIGADE GATEWAY
26/1, Dr Rajkumar Road, MalleswaramRajajinagar Tel: 4252-1000. Enjoy city views and relaxation from 230 spacious rooms and suites, designed with your comfort in mind, and offering amenities to suit the needs of both business and leisure travellers. STERLINGS MAC HOTEL
134, HAL Airport Road, Kodihalli Tel: 4249-4949. Luxury hotel with a good blend of business and leisure, offering features and comforts for both professional and personal stays,with 40 premium rooms,60 deluxe rooms and 45 executive rooms. RADISSON BLU
90-4, Marathahalli Outer Ring Road Tel: 6707-6909, 4909-4909. With an outdoor pool, sun deck and poolside bar, 24-hour fitness fentre, business centre, spa and beauty salon. BANGALORE
GRAND MERCURE
12th Main, Koramangala Tel: 4512-1212. THE ROYAL ORCHID REGENTA
1, Golf Avenue Tel: 4178-3000 Close to the International Tech Park and over-looking a golf course, it has 195 rooms, including nine executive suites and several serviced apartments.
HILTON BANGALORE EMBASSY GOLFLINKS
Embassy Golf Links Business Park Challaghatta Tel: 6679-9999. Excellent location, proximity to commercial nerve centres of MG Road, Indiranagar and Koramangala. Efficient and personalised hospitality with state-of-the-art business and leisure facilities. Spacious 247 studios and suites, 4 dining venues, and round-the-clock services make this the hotel of choice for business travellers and long-stay guests. THE OTERRA
43, Velankani Software Campus, Behind Infosys, 1st Phase, Hosur Main Road, Electronic City Tel: 3003-0303, 4266-6666.
FOUR STAR
COMFORT INN INSYS
46,1St Main Road, Mathikere, Yeshwanthpur, Tel: 4646-8000 Located in the bustling industrial suburb of Bangalore, Comfort INN Insys is dedicated to providing you with the best business experience.
COUNTRY INN & SUITES BY RADISSON
Plot No.514,Outer Ring Road, Opp Lumbini Garden, Nagawara Tel : 6738-3939 All-facilities business hotel. Strategically close to Manyata Tech Park with complimentary pick-up and drop. 20 minutes from Bangalore International Airport. 70 well-furnished rooms, 24-hour restaurant, lounge bar, fully-equipped gym, rooftop pool and bar, banqueting facility for 200 persons. WELCOMHOTEL BENGALURU
46, Richmond Road Tel: 2500-1700. A stylish hotel that offers spirited service to savvy travellers and provides a range of accommodation options allowing you to choose the one that is best suited to your needs, be it business or leisure. HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES
94, 16/1, Seshadri Road, Race course, Gandhi Nagar Tel: 4620-5900 Fortune Park Jp Celestial 5/43, Race Course Road Tel: 3988-4433, 4044-1234. 4 km from MG Road, 1.5 km from the railway station and easy access to the airport. An ideal business locale and pleasant ambience. backed by warm hospitality. THE CHANCERY
10/6, Lavelle Road Tel: 4118-8888, Corporate hotel with 100 rooms, a common pool table, and bathroom music.
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FOOD, GLORIOUS FOOD
Indian, Chinese, Arabian, Mexican, French, Continental, Italian...
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our visit to Bengaluru isn’t complete if you haven’t sampled its cuisine. And your journey begins with Vidyarthi Bhavan. If their dosas and idlis aren’t filling enough, dropping by MTR will please the glutton in you. Feast on the fish curry-rice at Fishland in Gandhinagar or munch on the magai paanwala on St Mark’s Road. From mutton biriyani at the Akhada in Shivajinagar to paneer, chicken and egg rolls at Fanoos in Johnson Market, the city is a foodie’s paradise and a gourmet’s delight.
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EAT SOUTH INDIAN AKSHARA
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Anand Honda, Electronic City Tel: 4371-5455 . 12pm-4pm & 7pm-11pm. Four cuisines under one roof: Andhra, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamilnadu. Akshara is probably the only place in the city where you get starters from Kerala, the main course from Andhra, followed by a few dishes from Karnataka and Tamilnadu. Avg meal for two, Rs 700.
MALGUDI
95/3, Doddanekkundi, Marathahalli,Tel:91080-27748 , 11am – 3:15pm, 7pm – 10:30pm. Four cuisines under one roof : Andhra,Karnataka,Kerala,Tamilnadu,Malgudi is probably the only place in the city where you get the starters from Kerala,the main from Andhra,followed by a few dishes from Karnataka and Tamilnadu. Avg meal for two Rs. 800.
DAKSHIN
ITC, The Windsor, 25, Golf Course Road Tel: 2226-9898, 12.30pm-2.45pm & 7pm-11.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 5000.
KUDLA
16, Raja Ram Mohan Roy Road, Richmond Road Tel: 4135-0000, 12pm-3.30pm & 7pm-11.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 1200.
VIDYARTHI BHAVAN
32, Gandhi Bazar Main Road, Basavanagudi Tel: 2667-7588, 6.30am-12pm & 2.30pm-8pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 250.
MTR 1924
305, 100 Feet Road, Indiranagar Tel: 4169-0688 14, Near Urvashi Theatre, Lalbagh Road Tel: 2222-0022 The Forum Value Mall, 62, 1st Floor, Whitefield Main Road Tel: 4012-4843 29, White House, St Mark’s Road Tel: 2211-8083 39/40, Hansa Pratheek Building, 3rd Block, Gandhinagar Tel: 2234-0470 44, Kutchi Bhavan, 1st Main, JP Nagar 3rd Phase Tel: 2658-6633 The Basil, 8, Sampige Road, Malleswaram Tel: 2346-4897, 6am-11.30am & 12.30-9.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 500.
HALLIMANE
3rd Cross, Sampige Road, Malleswaram Tel: 4113-9523, 6.30am-10.30pm.
NORTH INDIAN EBONY
13th Floor, Barton Center, 84 MG Road Tel: 4178-3344 12noon-3:30pm & 7pm-11pm, Avg meal for two Rs. 2300 Bangalore’s favourite rooftop destination for lip smacking Indian food since 1993! Dine under the stars with a wide range of kebabs and curries!.
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COPPER CHIMNEY
1st Floor, Phoenix Market City, Whitefield Main Road, Mahadevapura Tel: 6726-6455. 12pm-11pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 1200.
PAVILION
Comfort Inn Insys, 46, Main Road 1, Gokula Stage 1, Mathikere, Yeshwantpur, Tel:4646-8000,7:30am – 10:30pm, Avg meal for two Rs.1000
BADMAASH
2, R B Arcade, 80 Feet Road,Koramangala 5th Block,Tel:78294-71000 •203, 2nd Floor, The Collection, UB City, 24, Vittal Mallya Road, Lavelle Road,12 noon - 1 am, Tel: 81236-72267. Avg meal for two Rs. 2,200.
SSAFFRON
Shangri-La Hotel, 56-6B, Palace Road Tel: 4512-6430, 12pm-3pm & 7pm-11.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 3000.
CINDERS ROOFTOP BARBEQUE
Comfort Inn Insys, 46, Gokula, 1st Stage, 1st Main Road, Mathikere, Tel:73386-97393 11:30am–11:30pm, Avg meal for two Rs.1500
TERRACOTTA
Vivanta Whitefield, ITPB Whitefield, Tel: 6693-3333, 12.30pm-2.45pm & 7pm-11pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 3000.
KAVA
Fairfield by Marriott, 1/2, 59th C Cross, 4th Block, Rajajinagar, Tel: 4947-0000, 6am-12am. Avg meal for two, Rs 1800.
SULTAN OF SPICE
60, Jyoti Nivas College Road, 5th Block, Koramangala Tel: 4343-1800, 12pm-3.30pm & 7pm-11.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs2000.
GUFHA
The President Hotel, 79/8, Diagonal Road, Jayanagar 3rd Block Tel: 4180-8777, Avg meal for two, Rs 1200. 12.30pm-11.30pm.
THE YELLOW CHILLI
51, 34th Cross,11th Main Road, 4th Block, Jayanagar Tel: 4171-2345. Avg meal for two Rs 1200 12pm-3.30pm &7pm-11pm
THE ROYAL AFGHAN
ITC The Windsor, 25, Golf Course Road Tel: 6140-122, 12.30pm-2.30pm & 7pm-11.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 6000.
SAFFRON
Radisson Blu, 90/4, Marathahalli, Outer Ring Road Tel: 6707-6909, 12noon-10pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 2500.
PEACOCK
57, 2nd Floor, 100 Feet Road, 3rd Stage, Indiranagar Tel: 4965-3000, 12pm-3.30pm & 7pm-11pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 1400.
JAMAVAR
The Leela Palace, 23, Old Airport Road, Kodihalli Tel: 3057-1234, 12pm-3pm & 7pm11.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 4000.
KEBABS & KURRIES
ITC Royal Gardenia, 1, Residency Road Tel: 2211-9898, 12.30pm-3pm & 7pm-11.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 3500.
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KABAB STUDIO
Goldfinch Hotel, 32/3, Crescent Road Tel: 4129-1300, 12pm-3.30pm & 7pm-11.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 1500.
THE SPICE BAZAAR
Southern Star Bengaluru, 40/2, Lavelle Road; Tel: 4033-3111, 12pm-3.30pm & 7.30pm12midnight. Avg meal for two, Rs 1000
DHABA ESTB 1986 DELHI
• 618, 2nd Floor, 12th Main, Indiranagar, Tel: 88844-98123•1st Floor, NTR Royal Plaza, Outer Ring Road, Marathahalli, Tel: 96064-63631. 12pm-11pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 2000.
MULTICUISINE SHEZAN
35/2, Ground Floor, Shah Sultan Complex, Cunningham Road Tel: 2228-7895, 2226-2195, 12pm-3pm & 7pm-11pm. Choice of Continental, Mughlai & Chinese cuisines, steaks, kebabs, biryani, pies and other desserts. Avg meal for two, Rs 750.
CINDERS ROOFTOP BARBEQUE
Comfort Inn Insys 46, Gokula, 1st Stage, 1st Main Road, Mathikere, Tel:73386-97393 11:30am – 11:30pm, Avg meal for two Rs.1500
MONSOON
The Park, 14/7, MG Road Tel: 2559-4666, 6.30am-11pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 3000.
BOMBAY BRASSERIE
• 2989/B, 12th Main Road, Indiranagar, HAL 2nd Stage, Tel : 4147-1004 • Campus 8/A, International Bay, RMZ Ecoworld, Bellandur, Tel: 95133-47399 12pm-11pm Avg meal for two, Rs 1800
SOUTH PARADE
The Chancery, 10/6, Lavelle Road Tel: 4118-8888, 7am-12midnight. Avg meal for two, Rs 1200.
GOLCONDA CHIMNEY
42/2, Varthur Main Road, Marathahalli, Tel: 4205-3331, 2847-6532 11am 11pm Avg meal for two, Rs 850.
SLY GRANNY
618, 3rd Floor, 12th Main, Indiranagar Tel: 4853 6712 12pm-9pm Avg meal for two, Rs 2500.
DINDIGUL THALAPPAKATTI
• 18, Ramashree Arcade, MG Road, Tel: 4377-4001, 11am-11pm • 641, 11th Main, 46th Cross, 5th Block, Jayanagar, Tel: 4127-7792• 1, 14th Main, 17th Cross, Sector 7, HSR,Tel: 78258-90008 •HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar Tel: 4229-7250. Avg meal for two, Rs 600.
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ONE ATRIA
THE HUB
BARBEQUE NATION
Vivanta Whitefield, ITPL Main Road Tel: 6693-3333, 7am-11pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 2100. Ramada Encore, 282-285, Inner Ring Road, Amarjyoti Layout, Domlur Tel: 4060-2022, 6.30am-11pm, Avg meal for two, Rs 1700.
24/7
The Lalit Ashok, Kumara Krupa High Grounds Tel:99000-64314, 10am-10pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 3000.
ASIA ALIVE
Double Tree Suites by Hilton, Iblur Gate, Outer Ring Road, Sarjapur Road Tel: 6765-6565, 6.30am-11.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 2700.
20 CHAR
Sterlings Mac Hotel, 134, HAL Airport Road, Tel: 4249-4949, 24hr Avg meal for two, Rs 2200.
THE CRESCENT AVENUE
2A-2B,Hotel Bangalore International, Crescent Road, High Grounds Tel: 2228-0237, 11.30am-3.30pm & 7pm -11.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 1400.
KOSHY’S
39, St Mark’s Road Tel: 2221-3793, 9am-7.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 800.
CITRUS
The Leela Palace, 23, Old Airport Road. Tel: 2521-1234, 7am-11.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 3500.
JW KITCHEN
JW Marriott, 24/1, Vittal Mallya Road Tel: 6718-8950, 6.30am-11pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 2200.
Radisson Blu Atria, 1, Palace Road Tel: 2220-5205, 24hrs Avg meal for two, Rs 1500. 94,
Neeladri Nagar, 14th Cross Neeladri Main Road, Electronic City Tel: 080648-06060 Ascendas Park, ITPL, Whitefield Road Tel: 18001086060 4005, 100 Feet Road, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar Tel: 6480-6060 67, 15th Cross, 3rd Phase, JP Nagar Tel: 80648-06060 86, 1st Cross Road,1st Block Koramangala Tel: 88602-16060,• 67, 15th Cross, 6th Main,MG Road, Tel:6902-8722
FEAST
Sheraton Grand At Brigade Gateway, 26/1, Dr Rajkumar Road, MalleswaramRajajinagar Tel: 4965-3280, 6.30am-10.30pm & 12.30pm-3.30pm & 7pm-11pm Avg meal for two, Rs 3000.
THE MARKET
The Ritz-Carlton, 99, Residency Road Tel: 4914-8255, 6.30am-12.30am. Avg meal for two, Rs 3400.
GOLDEN OAK
La Marvella, 1, 14th Cross, South End Circle, 2nd Block, Jayanagar Tel: 4333-5333, 7am-10pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 1800.
FENNY’S LOUNGE & KITCHEN
115, 3rd Floor, 7th Block, Koramangala Tel: 4128-2428, 11am-9pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 1600.
PALETTE
Taj Yeshwantpur, 2275, Tumkur Road, Yeshwantpur; Tel: 6690-0111, 24 hours. Avg meal for two, Rs 1800.
ITHACA
PUNJABI
TIGER TRAIL
Ground Floor, G.J Complex, Municipal 7/1, Binnamangala Village, Indiranagar,Tel 25253902/2528-2137. 12.30pm-3.30pm & 7pm11pmAvg meal for two, Rs.800.
The Chancery Pavilion, 135, Residency Road Tel: 4141-4141/4210. 24 hours Avg meal for two, Rs 2000. Regent Place, 11, Park Road, Shivajinagar Tel: 2286-5566, 7am-11pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 900.
LIME LIGHT
Hotel Royal Orchid, 1, Golf Avenue, KGA Golf Course, Airport Road Tel: 4178-3000, 7am-9pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 2200.
SOUL
Svenska Design Hotel, 56D, Electronic City Phase 1 Tel: 78299-91110/03, 7am-10pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 2000.
BUFF BUFFET BUFF
BluPetal, 60, Jyoti Nivas College Road, 5th Block, Koramangala Tel: 97424-31818, 7am-10.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 1500.
CHUTNEY CHANG HM
Eleganza, 31, Museum Road Tel: 4000-1234 Cosmopolitan Club, Jayanagar 3rd Block Tel: 2244-3007, 12pm-3pm & 7pm-11.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 1500. BANGALORE
TREAT
TANDOOR
28, Centenary Building, MG Road Tel: 2558-4620, 2559-6961, 12pm-3.30pm & 7pm-11.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 2000.
PURAN DA DHABA
The Pride Hotel, 93, Richmond Road, Tel: 4348-4348, 7pm-11.30pm. Avg meal for two Rs 1700.
PARIKA
Hotel Ramanashree, 16, Rajaram Mohan Roy Road Tel: 4135-0000, 12noon-3.30pm & 7pm-11.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 1200.
PUNJABI GRILL
• Ground Floor, Forum Shantiniketan, Whitefield Main Road, Hoodi, Whitefield, Tel: 84485-81880 • 26/1, Dr Rajkumar Road, Brigade Gateway Campus, Malleshwaram Tel: 2268-2400, 11am-11pm; Avg meal for two, Rs 2000.
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EAT BENGALI
ESPLANADE
201, Double Road, Indiranagar Tel: 4092-7878, 12pm-3.30pm & 7pm-11pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 1000.
BHOJOHORI MANNA
668/B, 6th Block, Koramangala Tel: 2550-3666, 12pm-4.30pm, 7pm-9pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 650.
CONTINENTAL•MUGHALI•CHINESE
OH! CALCUTTA
14, Church Street Tel: 93795-44302, 12pm-3.30pm & 7pm-11.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 1500.
SORSE
33, Sundari Aramadale, Whitefield Main Road, Tel: 96204-56616, 12pm-3.30pm & 7pm-10.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 750.
VEGETARIAN PAKWAN
No 14, Old Number 72, 2nd Main, Vyalikaval, Sadashiv Nagar, Tel: 99867-99957, 41277600, 12noon-3.30pm;7pm-10.30pm, Avg meal for two Rs. 1000.
NH 8
710, 3rd Floor, 80 Feet Road, Indiranagar Tel: 4207-6575 • 8, 2nd Floor, G Block, 60 Feet Road, Sahakara Nagar, Tel: 6366569670. 12pm-4pm & 7pm-11pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 800.
STREET STORYSS
3155, Srinivasan Towers,ESI Hospital Road, Indiranagar,Tel: 4748-3466. 12pm-10pm Avg meal for two, Rs.1700
KONARK 50,
Field Marshal Cariappa Road, Residency Road, Tel: 4124-8812 : 8am-10.30pm Sree Kanteerava Outdoor Stadium Main Gate, Kasturba Road, Tel : 2224-8812 7.30am-10.30pm. 11.30am -10.30pm Avg meal for two Rs 600.
RAJDHANI
Mantri Square, Malleswaram Tel: 2266-7345 Phoenix Market City, Tel: 6726-6053 12pm-3.30pm & 7pm-11pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 1000.
GRAMIN
20, Ground Floor, Raheja Arcade, Koramangala 7th Block, Tel ; 80411-04104 12noon–11pm, Avg meal for two, Rs 600.
KESARIYA
55, Goenka Chambers, 19th Main Road, 15th Cross, 2nd Phase, JP Nagar Tel: 2659-0800 •214, Nexa Palace, Bellary Road, Sadashiv Nagar, Tel: 2361-0800. 12noon-10pm.
SUBZ
Cosmopolitan Club, Ground Floor, 22nd Cross, 3rd Block, Jayanagar Tel: 4166-3006, 12noon -3.30pm & 7pm -11pm Avg meal for two Rs 1000.
BANGALORE
STEAKS KABABS, BIRYANI, PIES & OTHER DESSERTS Home Delivery Available
SHAH SULTAN COMPLEX CUNNINGHAM ROAD Tel: 228-7895, 2226-2195 2022 | AUGUST FIRST HALF | 42
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Ram
Towers, 100 Feet Ring Road, 4th Phase, 3rd Stage Banashankari Tel: 97399-89446 15th Cross, Malleswaram Tel: 4131-4321, 5, Ground Floor, Industrial Town, West Of Chord Road, Rajajinagar Tel:41321947 12pm-3.30pm & 7pm-10.15pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 1100.
BURMA BURMA
607, Ground Floor, 12th Main, Hal 2nd Stage, Indiranagar, Tel : 4300-8120 12noon-3pm & 7pm -11pm. Avg meal for two Rs 1500.
THE LONDON CURRY HOUSE
19/2, Crescent Rd, Kumara Park West, Gandhi Nagar Tel: 2220-9090. Avg meal for two, Rs 1700. 12noon-11pm
DELHI HIGHWAY
951, 12th Main Road, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar, Tel: 4211-1151, 12 noon- 3pm & 7pm -11pm Avg meal for two Rs 1500.
GO NATIVE
64, 10th Main Road, 5th Block, Jayanagar, Tel : 2664-2552 • 29, 14th Main Road, HSR, Tel: 78998-38219, • 25, Lavelle Road, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar,Tel :4164 3260 •12, Sankey Main Road, Lower Palace Orchards, Sadashivanagar,Tel: 4166 7280. 8am- 10pm, Avg meal for two Rs 1000.
GREEN THEORY
15, Convent Road, Off Residency Road, Residency Road, Tel : 4166-3836, 12noon–9.30pm, Avg meal for two Rs 950.
SATTVAM
281, 2nd Floor, 15th Cross, 5th Phase, JP Nagar, Tel : 2659- 5000 35, 4 & 5th Floor, J.M Plaza, Sadashiv Nagar, Tel: 2360-8000 12noon–3pm & 7pm -11pm, Avg meal for two Rs 1500.
BHARTIYA JALPAN
•14, Commercial Street, Tel: 4164-9637 • 1138, 13th Main Corner, 100 Feet Road, Indiranagar Tel: 4852-5797 8am- 11pm, Avg meal for two Rs 350.
PARSI
SODA BOTTLE OPENER WALA
25/4, Lavelle Road Tel: 70222-55299, 12noon-8.45pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 1500.
AYDA
1st Floor, Srinivasa Building, Church Street Tel: 4147-8209, 2558-6522,1 12noon-10.30pm. Avg meal for two, 950.
COASTAL SEA ROCK
6/4, 1st and 2nd Floor, Shivananda Circle, Seshadripuram, Tel: 4127-3344 11.30am-3.30pm;6.30pm-11.30pm, Avg meal for two Rs.1000
KARAVALLI
Gateway Hotel, 66, Residency Road Tel: 6660-4545, 12.30pm-3pm & 6.30pm-11pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 3500. BANGALORE
THE FISHERMAN’S WHARF
26, Ambalipura Village, Haralur Road, Off Sarjapur Road Tel: 98440-80000. 12noon-10pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 1400.
VEMBANAD
The Paul Hotel, Domlur Layout Tel: 4047-7777, 12pm-3pm & 7pm-11pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 1800.
CARNIVAL DE GOA
1st Floor, 8/6, Kensington Point, Ulsoor Road Tel: 76767-67620, 12noon-11pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 1000.
COCONUT GROVE
86, Spencer Building, Church Street Tel: 2559-6149, 12noon-11.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 1200.
ANDHRA / HYDERABADI NAGARJUNA
Double
Road, Tel: 4280-0900, 6531-4455 Residency Road Tel: 2559-2233 138, 1st Cross, 5th Block, Koramangala Tel: 4099-6000 174/1, Bannerghatta Main Road Tel: 4130-0400 88, Outer Ring Road, Marathahalli Tel: 6120-0400. 12pm-3.30pm & 7pm-11pm. Serves authentic Andhra delicacies on a platter. The spices are ground by hand for freshness in flavour. Avg meal for two, Rs 800.
SREE NANDHANA PALACE
•4034, HAL 2nd Stage, 100 Feet Road, Indiranagar, Tel:4613-1111, 11.30am -4pm ;6.30pm - 11pm • 7, 4th Block, 100 Feet Road, Near BDA Complex, Koramangala 4th Block, Tel:95134-44813 •1, 5th Main, West of Chord Road, Shivanagar, Rajajinagar Tel:9513444811 • 1101, First Floor, 24 Main Road, JP Nagar, Tel:7899842094 Avg meal for two Rs.1000
MEGHANA FOODS
• 544, First Floor, CMH Road, Near Indiranagar Metro Station, Indiranagar Tel:41757070/41135050• 124, Near Jyothi Nivas College, 1st Cross KHB Colony, 5th Block, Koramangala Tel: 4146-3738 •52, 1st Floor, 33rd Cross, Jayanagar 4th Block Tel: 2244-8080 • Outer Ring Road, Marathahalli Tel: 4169-0999 • 57/1, 1st Floor, Jayalaxmi Chambers, Residency Road Tel: 4130-8080• 5/111, Unnati Arcade, 1st Main Road, Dr. Rajkumar Road, Rajajinagar,Tel:63669-27960 .12noon – 4pm, 6:30pm – 11pm. Avg meal for two Rs.700.
BHEEMAS
31, Asha Building, Church Street Tel: 4112-2535, 11.30am-10.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 650.
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ASEAN ON THE EDGE
13th Floor, Barton Centre, MG Road Tel: 4178-3366 12.30pm-3pm&7pm-11pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 1800. The very best of Thai and South Asian cuisine. open air seating with a birds eye view of the city to go with your meal!
YAUATCHA
1 MG Road Mall, MG Road Tel: 92222-22800, 12noon-9.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 2000.
THE TAO TERRACES
5th Floor, 1 MG Road Mall Tel: 98866-40445, 12pm-11.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 2100.
Delectable South Indian fare Malgudi-Restaurant malgudi_bengaluru
ZEN
Kebab
The Leela Palace, 23, Airport Road, Tel: 2521-1234, 12pm-3pm & 7pm-11.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 3500.
KAZÉ BAR & KITCHEN
21st Floor, 909 Skaav, Lavelle Road Tel: 4302-0299, 12.30pm-1am. Avg meal for two, Rs 3000.
MAMAGOTO
949, 12th Main, Off 100 Feet Road, Indiranagar Tel: 4093-7237, 12pm-11.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 1400.
THE FATTY BAO
•610, 3rd Floor, 12th A Main, Off 80 Feet Road, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar Tel: 4094-2569,•25/4, Opposite Harley Davidson, Lavelle Road, Tel:99017-64711. 12noon – 10:30pm 12pm-3.30pm & 7pm-11.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 1200.
Andhra meals (veg)
SRIRACHA
204, 2nd Level, Comet Block, UB City, Vittal Mallya Road Tel: 4175-5366 • 608, 12th Main Road, HAL, 2nd Stage, Indiranagar, Tel: 4220-0082, 11.30am–8pm, Avg meal for two, Rs 1500
MISU
•594, 12th Main Road, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar Tel:2520-0055•77, Ground Floor, Prestige Trade Towers, Palace Road,Seshadripuram, Tel:9148875228 • 4th Floor, Building 9, Halcyon Complex, St. Marks Road, Tel: 4128-0055, • 228, Kempegowda Service Road, HAL 2nd Stage, Doopanahalli, Indiranagar Tel: 80252-00055, 12noon -3.30pm,7pm-11pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 1700.
Fish Fry
CHETTINAD ANJAPPAR
68/7, 100 Feet Road, 4th Block, Koramangala Tel: 2553-4477 54, 3rd Main Road, Defence Colony, 100 Feet Road, Indiranagar Tel: 4122-2790, 9, 1st Floor, Curzon Complex, Brigade Road,Tel:4114-2212 90/3, Outer Ring Road, Marathahalli,Tel:4302-5577,
BANGALORE
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HIT THE HIGH NOTES Pubs, clubs, lounge bars...
T
he city is famous for its bars and pubs. It’s called the Beer Capital of India. With good reason. But the best reason to pub hop? It’s cosmopolitan crowd and the niche pubs that serve a select clientele. There are lounge spaces for the ladies, retro lovers and jazz enthusiasts. Not to mention, resto-bars, sports bars, roof-top bars, hookah bars, dance bars and cigar lounges for the casual and adventurous. Not to mention, the city’s first wine boutique pub. Reason enough to rewind, reboot and restart. •Alcohol may not be served at some of these places, as per Supreme Court regulation. Please call the pub/restaurant to confirm.
PUBS, LOUNGES & RESTO-BARS THE 13TH FLOOR
84, Barton Centre, MG Road Tel: 4178-3355, 12noon-12 midnight. Avg cost for two, Rs 2000. Bangalore’s favourite rooftop bar with a view like no other, to go with a specially curated cocktail menu and award winning food!
KINGFISHER SWING – LOUNGE & BAR Located at the lobby level at Eagleton–The Golf Resort, 30th KM, Bangalore–Mysore Highway, Bidadi (Bangalore Rural) Tel: 2263-2222. Avg cost for two, Rs 500-1000.
BADMAASH
• 2, R B Arcade, 80 Feet Road,Koramangala 5th Block, Tel: 78294-71000 • 203, 2nd Floor,UB City, 24, Vittal Mallya Road, Tel:81236-72267, 4 am-1am, Avg for meal two Rs.2200.
SKYYE LOUNGE
16th Floor, Uber Level, Canberra Block, UB City, Vittal Mallya Road,Tel: 4909-0000, 12noon-1pm. Avg cost for two, Rs 2500.
HOUSE OF COMMONS
• 122/B, Opp Empire Hotel, Jyothi Nivas College Road, 5th Block, Koramangala Tel: 78990-59518, •37/141, 2nd Floor, R.K Colony, 24th Main Road, Marenahalli, 2nd Phase, JP Nagar, Tel:63663-84699 •1085, 14th Main, 18th Cross, Sector 3, HSR, Tel:78998-00503 • 1131, 1st Floor, 100 Feet Road, Indiranagar,Tel:89519-26488 10.30am-9pm. Avg cost for two, Rs 1400.
DRUNKLING SIZZLERS & PUB
145, 60 Feet Road, KHB Colony, 5th Block, Koramangala; Tel: 98871-57272. 11am-10pm. Avg cost for two, Rs 1500.
DUBLIN
ITC Windsor, 25, Golf Course Road Tel: 2226-9898, 12pm-8.45pm. Avg cost for two, Rs 3200.
DOFF CAFÉ PUB
654, 3rd Floor, Navajyothi Complex, 100 Feet Road, Indiranagar Tel: 79966-04540. Avg cost for two, Rs 1600.
THE BLUE BAR
The Taj West End, 25, Race Course Road Tel: 6660-5660, 4.30pm-11.30pm. Avg cost for two, Rs 2500.
POLO CLUB
The Oberoi, 37/39, MG Road Tel: 2558-5858 11am-5pm. Avg cost for two, Rs 3000.
HIGHLAND NECTAR
ITC Royal Gardenia, 1, Residency Road Tel: 2211-9898, 5pm-1am. Avg cost for two, Rs 2500.
BANGALORE
CHAMELEON
Comfort Inn Insys 46,1St Main Road, Mathikere,Yeshwanthpur, Tel: 4646-8000 . 11am-11.30pm. Avg cost for two, Rs 1400.
HAKUNA MATATA RESTOBAR
1231/35/2, 24th Main, Opp Brigade Palm Springs, JP Nagar 7th Phase Tel: 97411-33866, 12noon-12 midnight. Avg cost for two, Rs 1400.
SOCIAL
•Church Street, 46/1, Cobalt Building; Tel: 91520-17971 •Koramangala, 118, 3rd Floor, 80 Feet Road, 7th Block; Tel: 4372-3295 •Whitefield, Phoenix Marketcity, ITPL Main Road; Tel:8657406121•Sarjapur Main Road, Saket Callipolis, Opp Wipro; Tel: 86575-23587, 9am-1pm. • 37, 80 Feet Road, HAL 3rd Stage, Indiranagar, Tel:25283043 Avg cost for two, Rs 1500.
SHERLOCK’S PUB
60/1, Coles Road, Cleveland Town Tel: 88803-00600 • 212/A, 1st Main Rd, Stage 2, Indiranagar Tel: 88844-45646 • 46, 4th B Cross Road, 5th Block, Koramangala Tel: 88844-45642•Green Avenue, Kundalhalli Colony, ITPL main Road, Kundalhalli, Brookefield Tel: 9731567291.• 60/1, Coles Road, Frazer Town,Tel:9972353144 •5M, 413, 2nd Block, HRBR Layout, 5th Main Road, Kalyan Nagar Tel;41235489 •1, Green Avenue, ITPL Main Road, Brookefield,Tel:9731567291 12noon-11.30pm. Avg meal for two Rs.1500. Avg cost for two, Rs 1500.
SKYDECK BY SHERLOCK’S
52, MG Road, Ashok Nagar Tel: 97381-84163. 11am - 1pm. Avg cost for two, Rs 1500.
MIRAGE
1, 6th Floor, Sobha, Shanthala Nagar, St. Marks Road,Tel:95389-41981. 12noon – 10pm. Avg cost for two Rs.2500.
HYDEOUT BAR & LOUNGE
4th Floor, Sheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel, Brigade Gateway, Malleshwaram,6pm -10pm, Tel:95919-96953,Avg cost for two Rs.3200.
HOPPIPOLA
3rd Floor, 14, Church Street Tel: 96202-16162. • 5AC-430, 4th Floor, 5th A Cross, HRBR 2nd Stage, Kalyan Nagar,Tel:97391-18123. 12noon-9pm. Avg cost for two, Rs 1500.
TEASE
Vivanta Whitefield, ITPB Whitefield Tel: 6693-3333, 3pm-10pm. Avg cost for two, Rs 1800.
HARD ROCK CAFE
• 40, St Marks Road, Opp LIC Building Tel: 4124-2222, • Unit G 25 & 26, Ground Floor, Park Square Mall, Pattandur Agrahara, Varthur Main Road, Whitefield,Tel:80612-24722 12noon-1am. Avg cost for two, Rs 2800. 2022 | AUGUST FIRST HALF | 51
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RETAIL THERAPY
Silk sarees, handicraft, home decor, books...
W
ith the city’s High Street keeping strides with the ever-mushrooming malls, Bengaluru has taken retail therapy to a new high. No longer is the city confined to the central business districts of MG Road and Commercial Street or the traditional business districts of Majestic and KR Market. Malls, boutiques and department stores have mushroomed in every nook and cranny, bringing comfort goods closest to you. If you are new to the city, your visit isn’t complete without a visit to its silk and jewellery hotspots. Not to mention, handicraft stores for their sandalwood and antique masterpieces.
SHOP
UB CITY – THE COLLECTION 24, Vittal Mallya Road; Tel: +91 80 0071 1488
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SHOP
Tel: 72594-00900; 12pm-1am. Avg meal for two, Rs 1600.
The Collective
MODERN INDIAN Farzi Café RAJASTHANI Rasovara
Tel: 4210-9252; 12pm-11pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 1400.
PAN ASIAN Shiro
Tel: 4173-8864; 12.30pm-12.30midnight. Avg meal for two, Rs 3000.
Sriracha
Tel: 4175-5366; 11.30am-11.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 1500.
MEDITERRANEAN
Soul City - Oakwood Lounge Tel: 2215-3101; 12pm-3pm & 7.30pm-11.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 2000.
FRENCH Café Noir
Tel: 4098-2050; 10.30am-11pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 1500.
ITALIAN Toscano
Tel: 4173-8800; 12noon-11.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 2400.
MEXICAN Sanchez
Tel: 4175-3266; 11.30am-11.30pm. Avg meal for two, Rs 1500.
WINE STORE Wine Boutique
Tel: 99000-22092; 10am-8pm
DESIGNER BOUTIQUE
Rado
Tel: 4120-7331; 11am-9.30pm
Tel: 2211-3976; 11am-8.30pm
Emporio Armani
Tel: 4146-9333; 11am-9pm
Shimmer
Tel: 97422-06609; 11am-9pm
APPAREL AM:PM
Tel: 4098-2107; 10.30am-9pm
Rolex Seiko
Tel: 4163-6912; 10.30am-8.30pm
Longines
Tel: 4098-2109; 11am-9pm
Zimson
Tel: 4098-2100; 10.30am-9.30pm
MEN’S APPAREL
COSMETICS, SKINCARE, LUXURY
Tel: 4114-3275; 11am-9.30pm
Tel: 4099-6677; 11am-9pm
Tel: 4866-2710; 11am-9pm
Rare Rabbit
LEATHER & ACCESSORIES Burberry
Tel: 4173-8825; 11am-9pm
Canali
Tel: 4173-8997; 11.30am-10pm
Corneliani
Tel: 4173-8170; 11am-9pm
Jimmy Choo
Tel: 4173-8404, 11.30am-9pm
Louis Vuitton
Tel: 4246-0000; 10.30am-9.30pm
Centarom
OMORFEE
Tel: 81000-00202, 10am-9pm
HOME DÉCOR Lalique
Tel: 4211-0024; 11am–8.30pm
Lladro
Tel: 4098-5215; 11am-9pm
OMA
Tel: 4099-3415; 11am-8pm
ELECTRONICS Imagine
Michael Kors
Tel: 1800-3000-0330; 10.30am-9.30pm
Salvatore Ferragamo
Floradelic
Tel: 4097-6633; 11am-9pm Tel: 4302-0456; 11am-10pm
Lotus Vibe
Tel: 4161-6939; 11am-9pm
TUMI
Tel: 4173-8948; 10am-9pm
JEWELLERY Diani Jewels
Tel: 4374-4869; 11am-8pm
Minawala
Tel: 4131-4045; 11am-8pm
WATCHES
Ethos - Summit
Tel: 4099-9621; 10.30am-8pm
Omega
FLORIST
Tel: 4094-1870 10am-9pm
DESIGNER BOUTIQUE Villeroy & Boch
Tel: 4173-8942; 11am-9pm
SALONS
Mirrors & Within
Tel: 4173-8023; 10am-7pm
AUTOMOBILES Ducati
Tel: 72598-36655 10am-7.30pm
SPA
Angsana Oasis Spa
Tel: 2234-5678; 12pm-9pm
Tel: 4098-2106; 10.30am-8.30pm BANGALORE
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SHOP MALLS
ORION EAST MALL
26/1, Dr Rajkumar Road, Brigade Gateway, Malleshwaram West, Tel: 6728-2222,
SILKS
ORION MALL
GLOBAL MALLS (LULU MALL)
Gopalapura, Binnipete Tel: 4560-7788
KLM FASHION MALL
518, Varthur Rd, Marathahalli Village, Marathahall Tel: 4374 -6553 1676, 27th Main Road, 22nd Cross Rd, 2nd Sector, HSR Layout Tel: 4374-6552 515, 40, 47th Cross Rd, 5th Block, TMC Layout, 1st Phase, Jayanagar Tel: 4374-6551
ROYAL MEENAKSHI MALL
Opp Meenakshi Temple, Bannerghatta Main Road Tel: 6708-0100, 9.30am-9.30pm.
1 MG MALL
1MG Road, Trinity Circle Tel: 2249-6600.
PHOENIX MARKET CITY
Mahadevpura, Whitefield Road Tel: 6726-6111, 333, 10.30am-10pm.
VR BENGALURU
Whitefield Main Road, Mahadevapura Tel: 4669-3469
NEXUS SHANTINIKETAN
Whitefield Main Road Tel: 2501-8225
MANTRI SQUARE MALL
Sampige Road, Malleswaram Tel: 3016-0001
TOTAL
l Old Airport RoadTel:4076-7800 l BMP Commerical Plaza, Market Road, Madiwala Tel: 4155-9299.
NEXUS FORUM
21, Hosur Road, Koramangala Tel: 2206-7803.
THE COLLONNADE
The Leela Palace, 23, Old Airport Road, Kodihalli Tel: 2521-1234
NEXUS NEIGHBOURHOOD MALL
62, Whitefield Main Road Tel: 2504-3800.
GOPALAN MALL l l l l
Old Madras Road Tel: 96112-87681 Bannerghatta Road Tel: 2658-0566 Mysore Road Tel: 2675-2122 Raja Rajeshwari Nagar Tel: 2860-2945.
26/10, Maruthi Sevanagar Tel: 2309-4444,
DEEPAM
MG Road, Tel: 2558-6191, Tel:2558-8760. Open on Sundays l 393 & 394, Near Cosmopolitian Club, 11th Main Road, 3rd Block, Jayanagar Tel: 40908855/8811. Celebrate the decades-old silken experience with Deepam’s stores in Central and South Bangalore with its stunning range of saris in traditional and contemporary fabrics. From the most exquisite saris, salwar kameezes and lehengas to select sherwanis and rich fabrics, Deepam has a masterpiece to suit every celebration. l
NALLI SILK SAREES
l 8, Magrath Road, Ashoknagar Tel: 4286-6999, 10am-9pm. l 19/1, 46th Cross, 100 Feet Road, 5th Block Jayanagar Tel: 2244-6605/01 l 299, 17th cross Sampige Road, Malleshwaram Tel: 2346-5333/ 5444 l Anand Nagar Layout, Marathahalli Tel: 2523-9190 10.30am-9pm. Open on Sundays. Nalli’s rich heritage goes back more than 80 years during which time Nalli sarees have adorned women both in India and abroad. Visit for exquisite Kancheepuram wedding silk sarees and all types of Indian silk sarees, cotton sarees, dress materials, salwar sets.
PATHI SILKS
No 9/1, Classic Court , Richmond Road, Tel: 99801-33737 Indulge in the finest Kanchivarams, Kalamkari Kanchivarams, Ikkat Digital prints, Anitique gold Banarasi’s and many other unique weaves.
VIJAYALAKSHMI SILKS AND SAREES
OASIS CENTRE
30, Salarpuria Tech Point, Intermediate Ring Road, Koramangala Tel: 4027-6400.
GARUDA
15, 5th Floor, Magrath Road Tel:4147-8813.
ELEMENTS MALL
100 Feet, Thanisandra Main Road, Near Nagawara Junction Tel: 6729-4444
SIGMA
15, 16, 17, Cunningham Road Tel: 4113-1697.
EVA
60, Brigade Road Tel: 99026-22668.
ASCENDAS PARK SQUARE International Tech Park, Whitefield Tel: 4188-0888
THE GARUDA SWAGATH
4th Block, Jayanagar Tel: 4130-9058 BANGALORE
• 52 MG Road • 42 Richmond Road • 125 Ashoka Pillar Road, Jayanager. • 290 Sampige Road, Malleshwaram. Ph: +91 95909-00092. 10.30am to 8.30pm (Open on Sundays). Valet Parking Available. Specialists in bridal wear sarees, partywear sarees, casual wear sarees and dress materials.
AANCHAL - DESIGNER GALLERY
152, Commerical Street,Tel; 41139784, 2558-1417. Designer Indian wear for the fashionistas. Find an eclectic collection of ethnic wear. 2022 | AUGUST FIRST HALF | 56
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SHOP SHAMIKA HERITAGE
POTHYS
• 4/3/1, Shubhasri Towers, 1st Floor, Above Nike, 11th Main, 3rd Block, Jayanagar Tel: 4093-9413, 99806-75009, 96065-93333 • 334, 27th Main, 2nd Sector, HSR Layout Tel: 97397-01680. Celebrate with exquisite collections of pure zari kanchivarams, bridal and office wear, ethnic handloom silks, handloom bandini, kadi georgette bandini, digital prints in handloom and mysore crepe silk sarees, unstitched suits, fabrics and more.
23/2, KH Road; Tel: 2223-6613 l MG Road, Besides Cauvery Handicrafts; Tel: 2559-4586 l 12, Bannerghatta Road;Tel: 2668-9345 l Indiranagar-Koramangala Intermediate Ring Road, Domlur; Tel: 4151-1156, l 9-10, Marathahalli Ring Road; Tel: 2523-6639. 10.30am-8.30pm.
1st & 2nd Floor, Mahaveer Mall, 316, K Kamaraj Road, Opp Commercial Street Entrance; Tel: 4146-4611, 2558-3255, 10.30am-8.30pm. An iconic store. Wholesalers, retailers and exporters of all varieties of silk sarees and materials.
SUDARSHAN
MYSORE SAREE UDYOG
AANCHAL BRIDAL GALLERY
149, Commercial Street; Tel: 2558-9642, 4113-2642, 10.30am-9pm. Bangalore’s only store dedicated to the bride. A one-stop shop for the finest in bridal and trousseau garments. Choose from the finest collection of designer sarees, lehengas and suits.
SABOO COLLECTIONS
Trinity Circle, MG Road; Tel: 2558- 5519. 10am-8.30pm. Open on Sundays. Fabulous collection of silk sarees, silver jewellery and accessories, dress materials and ready-to-wear dresses for men, women and children.
MYSORE SILK - KSIC LTD
• M G Road Jubliee Showroom, Leo Shopping Complex Tel: 2555-0473 •FKCCI Building,KG Road Tel: 2226-2077•Malleshwaram- Joythi Plaza Tel: 2346-5619 •Basaveshwara Nagar 63, 1st floor,Siddhaiah Puranik Road, Tel:2990-5799 •Jayanagar- Benaka Complex, 4th Block Tel: 2663-1405 •Gandhi BazaarBSR Arcade Tel: 2660-4097. Capturing royal heritage, grandeur and traditional splendour through rich yet delicate motifs. 100% pure silk with pure gold zari.Finest designer silk sarees, salwar kameez, shirts, kurtas, silk dhoti and ties, 100% pure silk. www.ksicsilk.com.
RMKV
2nd Floor, Orion Mall, Brigade Gateway Campus, Dr Rajkumar Road, MalleswaramRajajinagar Tel: 2268-2005, 2268-2323.
KALYAN SILKS
Commercial Street, Main Guard Cross; Tel: 2559-0194, 10am-8.30pm. BANGALORE
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33, Kempe Gowda Road; Tel: 2220-2330/4
PRASIDDHI
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MUGDHA
•2321,17th Cross Road, 1st Sector, HSR Layout, • 29/1, 3rd Main Road , Malleshwaram, Margosa Road,•Plot No. 507,46th Cross, 5th Block, Jayanagar Tel: 93534-53176 • 45/2A 1, Marathahalli Main Road, Tel: 4569-4569 • 231, Chickpet Tel: 4130-0300 • 9, Margosa Road, 8th Cross, Malleswaram, Tel: 4095-1133, 10.30am-8.30pm.
SAMYAKK
24, Opp Lifestyle, D’souza Circle, Richmond Road Tel: 4111-3330.
SANSKRUTI SILKS l
1 Kamaraj Road Tel: 4151-3461.
SAKHI
305, 6th Main, Defence Colony, Indiranagar Tel: 2525-2007, 4115-5551 l 10/1, 1st Floor, Near Ashoka Pillar, Mariyappa Road, Jayanagar Tel: 4145-4644, 6570-3399, 10.30am-8pm. l
APPAREL
STERLING HOUSE
40, Commercial Street, Tel: 2558-8805.10am-8pm. Open on all days. An unrivalled collection of an exclusive range of salwar kameezes that are a mix of traditional and modern.
SOCH
•MG Road Tel:4123-9859 •Commerical street Tel :2558-8844 •765, 100 Feet Rd,Indiranagar Tel:4958-0284 •Forum Mall ,Koramangala Tel: 2206-7660 •Garuda Mall,Magrath Rd Tel:4091-3718 •Mantri Mall ,Sampige Road ,Malleswaram Tel:2266-7340•Kemp Fort Mall,Old Airport Road ,Tel:4152-3305 A one-stop shop for women interested in traditional and westernwear.
HARSHINI
661,11th Main Road, Jayanagar 4th Block; Tel: 4133-0615, 2664-2946
WOW
21, Commercial Street Tel: 91132-20703. 11am-9pm. 2022 | AUGUST FIRST HALF | 58
FAVOURITE SHOP
23/1, Commercial Street Tel:4123-2683 l Kamanahalli Tel: 2295-6316 l Brigade Road l Marathahalli l Kathriguppe l Basaveshwarnagar l Jayanagar. Salwars, kurtas, shirts, trousers, menswear, womenswear, childrenswear including accessories like belts. l
FAZALS
• 153, Commercial Street Tel: 2558-4856 • 4/21, 4th Block, 11th Main, Jayanagar Tel: 4110-1843. An exciting store with the most contemporary range of clothing and fabrics for women. From stylish salwar kameezes and churidars to embroidered suits, tussar silks and a wide range of fabrics from just about everywhere, fazalsons.com.
ASMA
• 89 & 90, Commercial Street Tel: 96066-72103 • 9, 11th Main Road, 3rd Block, Jayanagar Tel: 63642-70973• 88, Between 6th & 7th Cross, Sampige Road, Malleshwaram Tel: 63642-71045. Asma meaning “High Status” and that’s the quality of products offered to clients.
BANGALORE
WESTERN STORES
No 176/2, Commercial Street Tel: 96209-21912. Monte Carlo, Manyavar, Oswal, Thermals, Jackets, Sweaters, Wollens, Kurtas, Sharwanis and Lehanga.
WESTERN STORES BEST IN ETHNIC FASHION
SEQUINS
315, Kamaraj Road, Opp. Commercial Street Entrance Tel: 4148-6876. 11am-9pm. Sashay in style with dream designer wear for women and kids.
CLOVE
32&33, Commercial Street Tel: 2558 1818.
MINT l
152, Commercial Street, Tel: 96865-55000
HUM INDIA
7/1, GJ Complex, 1st Floor, 100 Feet Road, Indiranagar, Tel: 4098-9777. l No G 01, The Pinnacle,301, Church Street Tel: 41122-550/2559-0886 l 27/2, 2nd Cross, Lalbagh RoadTel:2212-4782,4090-9982 l
MERAJ DESIGNER STUDIO
161/1, Commerical Street,Tel: 4865-5850.
PLANET FASHION
l143, Commercial Street,Tel: 2558-6266 l11th Main, 4th Block, Jayanagar Tel: 4121 0117 lThe Forum Mall
Koramangala Tel:2206 7727.
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SHOP MENS APPAREL RITU KUMAR
55, Lavelle Road; Tel: 4112-0278/79. G-39, PMC, Whitefield Main Road, Tel: 4962-6203. l G-37,Orion Mall, Brigade Gateway; Tel: 2268-2162. l 100 Feet Road, Indiranagar; Tel:4952-5465. l l
Y&O
Level 1, Jansons Building, 75-76 Commercial Street Tel: 4151-3321. For the world’s best suits & fabrics, personalised and unmatched service coupled with years of experience.
VIA MONTE MILANO
74, Commercial Street; Tel: 4854-0479 11th Main Jayanagar; Tel: 4093-4145 7, Kamaraj Road; Tel: 4110-8628. The perfect place to choose your wedding apparel. A wide range of designs and accessories to choose helping create the perfect outfit for your special day. Stand out from the crowd as you suit up with the best.
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PARESH LAMBA SIGNATURES
14, Sai Complex, 2nd Floor, MG Road Tel: 2559-6145, 25091626, 4090-0454, 10.30am-8.30pm. A new trendy clothing collection from well-known designer Paresh Lamba. l
P N RAO
• 69, MG Road Tel: 4112-1746, 4112-2417, 99000-82203, pnrmgr@pnrao.com • 116/A, Elephant Rock Road, Jayanagar 3rd Block Tel:4850-7880, 4113-3309, 99000-82204, pnrj@pnrao.com• 494, CMH Road, Indiranagar 1st Stage Tel: 4204-2606/2596, pnri@pnrao. com • Ittina Centre, 380, 16th Main Road, 3rd Block, Koramangala Tel: 98802-36633, pnrkor@pnrao.com • 78, 4th Main, 15th Cross Road, Malleswaram, Tel: 4121-1142, 40952920, 98802-32122, pnrmal@pnrao.com • Chennai: 123/A, TTK Road, Opp Boston School, Near Univercell, Alwarpet, Chennai - 600 018, Tel: (044) 4211-8118, 2466-0560, 98400-15187, pnrttk@pnrao. com, 10am-8.30pm, contactus@pnrao.com. The choice of gentlemen for over 90 years, P N RAO has an enviable reputation that is hard to match. Home to the leading brands in suit and shirt fabrics. One of the largest collections of branded ready-made suits, blazers, trousers, shirts, ethnic wear and accessories .Bespoke tailoring also undertaken. BANGALORE
GUPTAS TEXTILES ANNEXE
• 110, Commercial Street Tel: 4127-3461 • 9, 11th Main Road, 3rd Block, Jayanagar Tel: 2663-3003•88, Between 6th & 7th Cross, Sampige Road, Malleshwaram Tel: 2346-2203. Wedding clothing store for men, dealing with the finest fabrics for suits and also with wedding ethnic wear, sherwanis and much more.
MANYAVAR
70, M G Road, Thomas Cook Building, Tel: 4098-1957 l 128, Commercial Street Tel: 4147-3443 l 393, CMH Road, Indiranagar,2nd Stage Tel: 2520-0076 l 5&6, Kamaraj Road Tel: 2559-0339 l Jayanagar 3rd Block Tel: 42198436 l Mantri Square Mall, Malleswaram Tel: 2266-7041, 10.30 am-9.30pm. Signature brand of ethnic men’s wear with vast wedding collection. Regal sherwanis, kurtas, IndoWestern, party wear, accessories. Crafted by the finest fashion designers and artisans using state-of-the-art technology, with high-end quality. l
DESIGNER STORES COLLAGE
KORA
21/1, Wood Street, Ashok Nagar Tel: 2556-6818/19, 10am-7.30pm. A high end store retailing merchandise by some of the top designers from all over the country.
Chintal Richmond, 1st Floor, 42, Richmond Road, Ashok Nagar Tel: 4112-1772
FFOLIO
5, Embassy Chambers, Vittal Mallya Road Tel:4124-6053.
MANOVIRAJ KHOSLA
27, Dickenson Road Tel: 2551-0287, 10am-7.30pm.
INDUSTHANA - PRIYA RAO
Garuda Mall, 2nd Floor, Ashok Nagar; Tel:4091-3287, 11am-7.30pm
FABRIC & TAILORING STERLING HOUSE
materials.
40, Commerical Street Tel: 2558-8805, 10.30am-9pm. Open on all days. The choicest destination for dress materials in fashion, jute, silks, chiffons, crapes and bandhini dress
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JEWELLERY
LINEN N DRAPES
JEVAR JEWELLERS
179, Commercial Street Tel: 2558-9862, 2559-4761, 10.30am-7.30pm. Open all days. Specialists in silver, gold and diamond jewellery. One of the oldest stores in the city. Foreign currencies accepted.
BHUSHAN JEWEL CRAFT & VIJAYA SILVERS
31, Commercial Street Tel: 2558-2204, 99454-51076. Manufacturers of artistic jewellery and silverware. Exporters of handmade gold jewellery and semi-precious stones.
176/3, Commercial Street, Tel: 2559-9744,4205-8319. 10.30am-8.30pm One stop shop for home fashions with luxury furnishings, elite upholstery, premium designer curtains, blinds, wallpapers, made-ups, hardware and accessories.
DECOR WALLS
No. 117, Sanjay Nagar Main Road, RMV 2nd Stage Tel: 4093-7951
HOME STORIES
97/4, Residency Road, Tel: 4152-5272/ 2224-5272.
INNERWEAR
APSARA FASHIONS
C KRISHNIAH CHETTY & SONS
35, Commercial Street Tel: 2558-8731 l The Touchstone South, 3A, The Touchstone, Main Guard Cross Road, Off Cubbon Road, Tel: 4000-1869. Considered one of the world’s finest heritage jewellers. With a legacy dating back to 1869, they have been jewellers to the British, the Royal Houses of India and today are a leading fashion and fine jewellery house. l
HANDLOOM & HANDICRAFTS MAA FABRIC GALLERIA
LINENS STUDIO
36/1, Dickenson Road Tel: 4132-0384, 98860-47111. Unlimited options in textiles, prints and weaves.
54, 1st Floor, Commercial Street; Tel: 98806-66698, 10.30am-8.30pm. An exclusive home furnishing boutique, offering wide range of outstanding made-to-order designer curtains and blinds which are perfect for all types of windows, in all types of rooms.
CENTRAL COTTAGE INDUSTRIES EMPORIUM
44, 1st Floor, 3rd Block, BDA Commercial Complex, HSR Layout Tel: 2572-5660, 11am-8.30pm.
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HOME DECOR
DRAPES AVENUE
Domlur Ring Road, Amar Jyothi Layout Tel: 4097-7040/41, 2535-1550/51 l Lady Curzon Road, Shivajinagar Tel: 2559-3029 Exquisite furnishing fabrics for curtains and upholstery, bed & bath linen in shimmering shades and textures, for work stations/chairs. Since 1991
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JOCKEY
160, Commercial Street; Tel: 97417-06869, 10.30am– 8.30pm. Quality fashions in lingerie, night wear, lounge wear and other innerwear. l112,
Commercial Street Tel: 2558-1138, 4113-2834 l 43, Commercial Street; Tel: 4866-1772 l Old Airport Road, Murgesh Palya Tel: 4094-7725 l Mantri Mall, Malleswaram Tel: 2266-7352 l Phoenix Market City, Survey No 40 & 41, Dyvasandra Phase II, KrishnarajapuramHobli, Whitefield Road, Mahadevapura,Opp to Mahadevpura BBMP Office Tel: 6726-6163. The world leader for underwear, shorts & t-shirts for men and women.
FURNITURE
PETE’S FURNITURE
2023/C, 14th A Main 1st Cross, HAL 2nd Stage Indiranagar Tel: 2520-2115, 6562-9520. Weekdays: 10am -7.30pm, Sun: 10am–2pm
SIMPLY SOFAS
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Shamarao Compound, Mission Road Tel: 2223-2323, l 4/2 Bellary Road, Sadashivnagar Tel: 2361-2535. A retail luxury store with some of the world’s finest brands, a variety of choices, and over sixty exclusive designs of sofas and chairs. simplysofas.in
OVION
2,Victoria Road Tel:99000-12218/ 984553-13001. A world of possibilities with no limits to customize your living space with fabric and genuine Italian leather furniture.Think sofas,think Ovion.
FURNITURE FORUM
111/2, 1st Floor, Hafeeza Chambers, KH Road Tel: 2222-8081, 10.30am-9pm
FEATHERLITE
16/A, Millers Road, Vasanthnagar, Tel: 4020-9600/9640/9631. 2022 | AUGUST FIRST HALF | 61
HEALTH
EMBRACE WELLNESS
Health clubs, gyms, beauty salons, spas...
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he city heals you from sole to soul with its eclectic mix of health and wellness centres. From helplines to help you in emergencies to state-of-the-art health clubs and spas, it’s a health freak’s paradise. While you are in the city, don’t forget to drop by the many nail bars, tattoo parlours, herbal saloons, skin clinics, fish and fruit spas, among others. Not to mention, the many yoga clinics and centres of alternative medicine. In other words, you are in good hands. And that’s what counts when you are in a new city.
HEALTH CLUB/GYMS ONEUP FITNESS
2012, Shreyas Plaza, 100 Feet Road, 12th Main, Indiranagar, Tel: 99000-67511.
FIGURINE FITNESS
3167, ESI Hospital Road, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar Tel: 2529-4019, 98450-32994 l 3rd Floor, 319, 7th Main ,2nd Block, HRBR Layout, Kalyan Nagar Tel: 72596-33777 l
OZONE CLUB
6291, Prestige Ozone, Varthur Kodi, Whitefield Main Road Tel: 96111-12415.
CHISEL
36, NR Chambers, Richmond Road Tel: 91640-28998.
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CONTOURS
126, KHB Colony, Koramangala Layout Tel: 97315-32676.
A3 PERFORMANCE
Level 3,#620, 2nd Main Road, Indiranagar 1st Stage, Tel:4151 4378 .
ICONIC FITNESS
43, Safa Corner, 5th A Main, Koramangala 1st Block,Tel:4374 2626,94800-00248.
METABOLIX FITNESS STUDIO
Ksha Premises, Rhenius Street, Langford Town Tel:79472-47511.
BEAUTY SALONS BODYCRAFT
•1/3, Civil Station, Frazer Town Tel:4157-3044 •653, 100 Feet Rd, Defence Colony, Indiranagar Tel:99002-48358 •414A, 7th Main, 1st Block, HRBR Layout Tel: 4890-3412 •52 & 53, Lavelle Road Tel:4890-3312 •118, Ganapathi Temple Road, Koramangala 7th Block Tel:4092-6544•10/1, Mariappa Road, Jayanagar 1st Block, Tel:4095-1444 •403, 13th Cross, 8th Main, Sadashivanagar Tel:4206-0004•1778, 1st Floor,19th Main, 13th Cross, HSR Layout Sector 1, Tel:99024-99522•42, 2nd & 3rd Floor, 100 Feet Road, JP Nagar 4th Phase, Tel:4111-0585
PLAY SALON
Mantri Square, 17-18, 1, Malleswaram Tel: 2266-7070/ 71 l 2A,2B Lower Ground Floor, Phoenix Market City: Tel: 4962-6363
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NATURALS
• 1306, 10th Main Road, Hal 3rd Stage, Jeevan Bima Nagar Tel:96322-03594 • 24, Surya Chambers, Old Airport Road, Murugeshpalya Tel: 2522-1234 • 4, C 329, 1st Floor, 4th Cross, HRBR Layout, Tel: 4098-8935• 11/22A, Cunningham Road,Tel:88610-06543 • 148, 60feet Road 5th Block Koramangala,Tel: 4149-4494
HAKIM AALIM
4/1, Brunton Road 1st Cross, Off MG Road Tel: 4175-8278/79 l 4/1, Lavelle Heights, Vittal Mallaya Junction, Lavelle Road, Tel: 4211-0380/81/82. l
BANGALORE
MIRRORS AND WITHIN
The Leela Collonade, The Leela Palace, Old Airport Road, Kodihalli; Tel: 4210-5086 l UB City, 24 Vittal Mallya Road Tel: 4173-8023. l
LIMELITE UNISEX SALON
•22/11, Park West Building, Ground Floor, Vittal Mallya Road,Tel:4372-3188 •126, 33rd Cross, 11th Main Road, Jayanagar 4th Block,Tel:4372-6588
JEAN CLAUDE BIGUINE lGround
Floor, 25/, 3, Lavelle Road, 1st Stage, Ashok Nagar, Tel: 4151-4000, 4099-4401. l1214, 100 Feet Road, Near, Domlur Flyover, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar, Tel: 2520-2520. l2nd Floor, 115, Koramangala 7th block, Tel: 2570-2222
POSH STYLING ZONE
64, 13 Cross, West Park Road, Opp Seva Sadan, Malleswaram, Tel: 2346-4643.
PEACHES
12, Off Ulsoor Road, Aga Abbas Ali Road Tel: 4113-1234, 2532-3922.
LAKME BEAUTY SALON
•36, Coles Road, Frazer Town, Tel:98458-40251 •95/3, Gowrasri Arcade, Outer Ring Road, Marathahalli, Tel: 6569-0800 •396, 13th Cross Road, Upper Palace Orchards, Sadashivanagar, Tel:6565-1120 •1446/A, 1st Floor, 30th F Cross, 4th T Block, Jayanagar,Tel:4582-7048
SHAHNAZ HUSAINS HERBAL 18/3, Ali Asker Road, 1st Floor, Cunningham Road Tel: 2220-1549.
YLG
•720, Cmh Road, Indira Nagar 1st Stage, Tel:4115-7550 •43, 2nd Cross, Saibaba Temple Road, Cambridge Layout,Tel:4099-3035 •6, 2nd Floor, Gopalan Signature Mall, CV Raman Nagar,Tel:6714-2150 •37, 2nd Floor, Adams Corner, Coles Road, Frazer Town Tel:4125-1403 •503, 2nd Block, 4th Cross, Kalyan Nagar, HRBR Layout, Tel:4209-4040 •54, Ground Floor, City Mansion Appartment, Langford Town, Tel:480-2302 •13, 1st Floor, Kalyanamantap Road, Koramangala 6th Block,Tel:4092-2004 •30/1, Ground Floor, 13th Cross Road, Upper Palace Orchards,TeL:4153-0500
GREEN TRENDS
•488, 1st Floor, Cmh Road, Indira Nagar 1st Stage,Tel:4123-3372•5/1, Kaggadasapura Main Road, C V Raman Nagar,Tel:78991-13001 •152, 1st Floor, RK Complex, 5th Block, Koramangala,Tel:4162-8777•1/1, 1st Floor, RT Nagar Tel:2343-3660 •764/44, 1st Floor, 37th Cross, Jayanagar 4th Block,Tel:78991-07909 •123, 13th Cross, 3rd Main, Margosa Road, Malleswaram,Tel:2331-1111
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HEALTH SALON MOUSSE
1153, 12th Main, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar: Tel: 4148-1267/8
LIPS STITCH
579, 20th Main, Opp Bethany School, 8th Block, Koramangala; Tel: 2571-0653.
BOUNCE
•36, 1st Floor Magnolia, Vittal Mallya Road; Tel: 4132-9100/9200. •511, 2nd Floor, Kammanahalli Main Rd, HRBR Layout 3rd Block, Tel:90360-03742 • 610, 12th Main Rd, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar,Tel:88809-03903 •580, I Floor, 20th Main Rd, Koramangala 8th Block, Tel:90195-92902
SPAS
CLOUD 9 SPA
Fortune Select JP Cosmos, 49, Cunningham Crescent Road; Tel: 4243-4243. Oryza rejuvenation Spa l 19, Lavelle Road; Tel: 4132-8321
THE FOUR FOUNTAINS
22/1, First Floor, 5th Cross, 5th Block, Koramangala; Tel: 96061-75533. l Signature Square, 1st Floor, 484, Binnamangala 1st Stage, CMH Road, Near KFC Circle, Indiranagar; Tel: 4142-5848 l 664, 1st Floor, 11th A Main Bangalore Central Road, 5th Block, Jayanagar; Tel: 4205-6666• 30, 1st Floor, 13th Cross, Upper Palace Orchards, Sadashivanagar,Tel:2361-3344 8am-9pm. l
BODY RAAGA
REJUVE – THE SPA
1096, 12th A Main Rd, Indiranagar Tel: 80500-02828 l 93, Richmond Rd, Langford Gardens,Tel:78299 95050 l 381, 11th Main Rd, Jayanagar East, 4th T Block East Jayanagar; Tel: 74060-42999, 10.30am-9pm.
SOHUM SPA
AYURVEDIC CENTRES
MAYA SPA ELAN
37, 3rd Cross, Judicial Officer’s Layout, (Next to ISRO) RMV 2nd Stage, (Off New BEL Road) Sanjaynagar; Tel: 4174-8384, 4174-8385. Web: www.ayushayurvedic.com
ANGSANA OASIS SPA
603 5th Main OMBR Layout Kasthurinagar ,Banaswadi; Tel: 4235-1313
The LaliT Ashok, Kumara Krupa High Grounds; Tel:6817-7777 Redefining and recreating a holistic experience for the mind, body and soul.
La Marvella, 1, 14th Cross, South-End Circle,2nd Block, Jayanagar; Tel : 4333-5333 The Zuri Whitefield Bengaluru, Whitefield Road, Whitefield; Tel: 6665-7272. Lakeview Farm, Near Shell Petrol Pump, Varthur Main Road, Ramagondanahalli, Whitefield; Tel: 99451-55889. UB City, 24, Vittal Mallya Road; Tel: 2234-5678 l Main Doddaballapur Road, Addevishwanathapura Village, Rajanukunte; Tel: 2500-1153, 5.30am-9pm l
CHI – THE SPA
Shangri-La Hotel, 56-6B, Palace Road; Tel: 4512-6385
CHARISHMA SPA & SALON
107, Art Arcade, 2nd Floor, 80 Feet Road, 4th Block, Koramangala; Tel: 4131-3530.
SPA.CE THE SPA
70, Embassy Woods, Cunningham Road; Tel: 83107-66993, 9am-9pm l 3627/A, 1st Main, 7th Cross, Domlur Service Lane, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar; Tel: 83107-26944. l
SPA – ANANDA IN THE HIMALAYAS Hyatt Bangalore, 1/1 Swami Vivekananda Road, Ulsoor; Tel: 4936-1234.
JIVA SPA
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AYUSH AYURVEDIC THERAPY & REJUVENATION CENTRE
AYUSHMAN AYURVEDIC THERAPY CENTRE ARTH - AN AYURVEDA HEALTH CENTRE
3367/8, 8th Cross, 13th Main, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar; Tel: 96112-24123
PRANAVAM AYURVEDIC CENTRE
3776, 12th Cross, 13th Main, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar Tel: 4099-0666 l 20/2, Cambridge Cross Rd, Cambridge Layout, Ulsoor, Tel:93419 53910. 8am-8pm. l
SHATHAYU
111, 2nd Cross, 4th Main, 3rd Stage, New Tippasandra; Tel: 90083-07344 l 77, 7th A Cross Road, 4th ‘B’ Block,KHB Block Koramangala,Tel:98861 61618 l 620, 1st Main Rd, AECS Layout – C Block, AECS Layout, Marathahalli; Tel: 88848-88919 l
KERALA AYURVEDA LIMITED
400, 18th Main , 6th Block, Kormangala; Tel: 4169-9699. 7am-7pm
Vivanta by Taj – Whitefield, ITPB, Whitefield; Tel: 6693-3333 l Taj – MG Road, 41/3, MG Road; Tel: 6660-4444. l Taj – Yeshwantpur, 2275, Tumkur Road, Yeshwantpur; Tel: 6690-0111.
TATTOO PARLOURS
383, 3rd Floor, 12th Main,100 Feet Road, Indiranagar; Tel: 99023-65365, 11am-9pm.
12, 28th C Cross, Jayanagar 4th Block; Tel: 78990-30803.
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THAI REFRESH SPA
BANGALORE
INKPRIK TATTOO STUDIO
3A,3rd Floor Gouthami Nest, 1st Cross Cambridge Layout Indiranagar; Tel:97317-56903
MAYAN TATTOOS
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ETERNAL EXPRESSION
14/1, Wood Street, Richmond Road; Tel: 2530-9090.
OM TATTOOS
50, Oil Mill Road, Kammanahalli; Tel: 99455-68655, 99003-15546.
BRAMHA TATTOO
50, Church St, Haridevpur, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar,Tel:94482-00155
IREZUMI TATTOO
805, 7th Main Road, 1st Cross Road, Indiranagar:Tel:98407-98487
PRITHVI NATURAL HEALING & YOGA CLINIC
841, 10th Main, 5th Cross, 2nd Stage, Near Cauvery School, Indiranagar; Tel: 4116-1666.
24 HOUR PHARMACY MALLIGE PHARMACY
31/32, Crescent Road, Madhavanagar, Gandhinagar; Tel: 2226-7662.
APOLLO PHARMACY
504 Floor, 17th A Main Rd, Koramangala 1A Block, 6th Block, Koramangala; Tel: 1860 500 0101 •24th Main, Jayanagar 9th Block, Tel:4612-4444•68, Dr DVG Road, Basavanagudi,Tel: 98502-33628
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SPIRITUAL / GUIDANCE CENTRES
MAHAVEER MEDICAL & SURGICALS.
33, 10th Main Rd, Jayanagar East, Jaya Nagar 1st Block, Bairasandra Extension; Tel: 80951-63111
MS RAMAIAH COLLEGE OF PHARMACY
ISHA FOUNDATION
ART OF LIVING l2nd
Floor, Ashirwad Building, Above health & glow, Near Saibaba temple, Cambridge Layout; Tel: 96635-77699 l2137, 1st B Cross, 16 B Main, Near Liitle Flower School and Rotary Club, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar; Tel: 96635-77699
INDIAN HERITAGE ACADEMY
20th Main, 6th Block, Near Police Station, Koramangala; Tel: 2553-0121.
YOGA
ASHTANGA YOGA KENDRA
677, 27th Main, 13th Cross Road, Sector 1, HSR Layout; Tel: 87622-84207, 5.30am-10am & 5pm-8.30pm.
1000 YOGA
No.42, Sumeru, 4th Floor. HAL III Stage, 80 ft Road, Indiranagar; Tel: 90191-01000 •167, Whitefield, Opposite To Neev School, Tel:90365-31000 •74, 3rd Floor, MASS Complex, 15th Cross Road, JP Nagar 3rd Phase,Tel:4126-9555
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AKSHAR POWER YOGA ACADEMY
4004, 100 Feet Road, Indiranagar; Tel: 4166-6317 l Krishna Wellness Centre, 20, 9th Cross, 6th Main, Malleswaram; Tel: 4151-1933 l 3, 18th Main Road, 35th Cross, 4th T Block, Jayanagar; Tel: 4091-5504 •4/1, 1st Cross, Brunton Road, Tel:4175-8275 •23, Confident Aquila, 1st Main Road, 4th Block, Koramangala,Tel:4116-2479
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BHARAT THAKUR ARTISTIC YOGA
Rotary Club Indiranagar, 2143, 16th E Main Road, HAL 2nd Stage, Kodihalli, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar; Tel: 1-800-102-1000.
NEW AGE WELLNESS THE OSTARA SHOP
10, Sai Baba Temple Road, Cambridge Layout, Ulsoor; Tel: 4203-6012, 10am-8pm.
25/3, Lady Curzon Road; Tel: 96868-96313, 2558-6444. MSR Nagar, MSR IT Post; Tel: 4536-6666.
COSMETOLOGY
SKINLAB BY DR JAMUNA PAI
7/1, 2nd Floor, The Rack, Vittal Mallya Road; Tel: 72592-00200. India’s premier skincare destination. At SkinLab, we’ll see you through your first pimple right up to your first wrinkle and beyond. This is probably why we enjoy the distinction of being called India’s foremost skincare providers.
COSMETIC STUDIO
373/2, 100 Feet Road, Indiranagar; Tel: 97390-50020, 89043-22770, 10am-7pm.
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Indiranagar Tel: 4214-1726 Jayanagar Tel: 4120-4700/ 766 Cunningham Road Tel: 4113-1761 Whitefield Tel: 4171-4880/ 81/ 82.
CURLS & CURVES
49, 1st Floor, 6th Phase, Mahaganapathi Nagar, West of Chord Road, Rajajinagar; Tel: 90080-31216, 94485-71216.
DR GVG AESTHETIC CLINICS
647, 5th Main, RBI Layout, 6th Phase, JP Nagar; Tel: 4174-4222, 8123-600-600
DR SHETTYS AESTHETICS
Prestige Delta, St Marks Road Tel: 4911-9000/ 4112-5227/4112-5228
KOSMODERMA
67/2, Lavelle Road l 268, 3rd Cross, 2nd Stage, Domlur–Indiranagar l 6, Varthur Main Road, Whitefield l Vinyas Tower, 41, Ring Road, 4th Phase, JP Nagar; Tel: 76767-57575, 9.30am-7pm
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COSMODERMACARE
474, 1st Floor, 1st Cross, 5th Block, KHB Colony, Koramangala; Tel: 98457 16926
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Manage chronic pain without surgery with Dr Richa Singh’s Perfect Bounce BY SMITI JAIN NARAYAN
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hronic conditions like arthritis can be debilitating and affect one’s quality of life and the ability to carry out life’s routine activities. If you are suffering from arthritic joint pains and are forced to lead a compromised existence, then physiotherapy can be a godsend and a boon. Often the only solution touted in traditional medical treatment is surgery. But Dr Richa Singh, Founder-Director of Perfect Bounce, Bangalore’s renowned physiotherapy clinic, is emphatic that one can treat arthritis, joint inflammations, joint pains, rheumatoid arthritic conditions and other musculo-skeletal conditions without invasive surgeries through physio tools such as Dry Needling. Says Dr Richa Singh, “So many people go through their entire lives suffering, whereas a few rigorous sessions of physiotherapy is BANGALORE
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all that they may need to restore balance in their lives and free them from a disease that they have surrendered to due to lack of knowledge. So many unnecessary surgical interventions can be avoided if patients just opt for the right physiotherapy treatment! Physiotherapy takes a holistic approach to the human body with specifically targeted treatments with zero side effects. In India still people are opting for robotic surgery, for instance, which may be completely avoided.” Dry Needling – the non-surgical approach to pain management Also known as myofascial trigger point, Dry Needling is the use of either solid filiform needles (also called acupuncture needles) or hollow-core hypodermic needles for therapy of muscle pain, including pain related to myofascial pain syndrome. Dry Needling is also known as intramuscular stimulation (IMS). Dr Richa Singh has been using this invasive but painless technique on her patients, after checking on their medical history for BP, diabetes, cancer, open wounds or pregnancy. Dr Richa explains, “this is a pain management procedure using needles, targeting the muscles where the pain arises from, or the stiff area where nodes are formed. After the bones, we rely on muscles; if muscles do not work, our body will stop functioning. There are multiple problems like degeneration, injuries and genetic disorders that can be avoided if we manage our muscles, and then we can manage 80% of the body. We target the trigger points. Stress on muscles leads to nodes developing when there is no oxygen supply, due to underuse and overuse of muscles.” The treatment method is quite simple and results are instant after the first session itself. After a certain release the patient feels less anxious. Dr Richa usually does 12-15 sessions depending upon the area and release. This method is very popular with athletes as they avoid medicines, it’s a quick remedy and very cost effective. It’s helpful for people who are in the body building field, marathon runners, regular gym goers, and people with arthritis, depression symptoms and stiffness. Dry Needling with Dr Richa Singh is the smart way forward to deal with arthritis and chronic pain management. Bounce back to optimum health and fitness with Perfect Bounce, Bangalore’s only complete under-one-roof physiotherapy centre.
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angalore has some great places for a quick getaway, whether you’re a local Bangalorean or a visitor passing through the city. From Bannerghatta National Park with its zoo, butterfly park, safari and biological reserve; to Shivanasamudram for its cascading waterfalls. From hill station Devarayanadurga; to Ramohalli with its historic big banyan tree spread over 4 acres. From Shivaganga hill for trekking and mountain climbing; to Channapatna for its colourful native wooden toys. From Mekedatu with the scenic river Cauvery; to Kolar Gold Fields, the famed erstwhile gold mines of India. Explore, experience, enrich!
PEARL VALLEY
SHIVANASAMUDRAM
A tranquil picnic spot with waterfall, rocks and a pool. Distance: 44 km Location: Anekal Best time to visit: Aug-Nov
Picturesque waterfalls cascading 90 meters down. Source of Asia’s Second Hydro Electric Power Station called Shimsa. Distance: 129 km Location: Skirts Cauvery wildlife sanctuary Best time to visit: Jul-Sept
RAMANAGARAM
Famed for its rock formations where the cult film Sholay was shot. Great for rock climbing. Also a silk centre. Distance: 50 km Location: BangaloreMysore Highway Best time to visit: Oct-Mar
KOTILINGESHWARA
CHANNAPATNA
Crafts village hub for indigenous wooden toys, lacquerware and silk. Distance: 60 km Location: Bangalore-Mysore Highway Best time to visit: Oct-May
MEKEDATU
Temple with one of the largest Shivalingas in the world. Peaceful and green retreat with huge Shivalinga of 108 ft, 35 ft tall Basava, surrounded by lakhs of small shivalingas spread over 15 acres. Special festival Maha Shivaratri. Distance: 94 km Location: Kammasandra Village, Kolar Best time to visit: All year
YERCAUD
Popular hill station 4920 feet above sea level. Coffee plantations, orange groves, and orchidarium run by Botanical Survey of India. Botanica gardens, boating and trekking. Distance: 227 km Location: Sheveroy Hills, Tamil Nadu Best time to visit: Feb-Jun & Sept-Nov
A narrow gorge through which River Cauvery passes. Enjoy trekking, coracle rides and waterfalls. Distance: 90 km Location: Kanakapura (towards Sangama) Best time to visit: Aug-Jan BANGALORE
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GETAWAYS MYSORE
City steeped in history with world famous Mysore Palace, other palaces, Mysore zoo, Karanji and Kukkarahallu lakes, Krishnarajasagar Dam and adjoining Brindavan Gardens with musical fountain. Distance: 139 km Location: 12 km from Srirangapatna Best time to visit: Oct-Mar
YELAGIRI HILLS
THIRUVANNAMALAI
Sacred temple town in Tamil Nadu, significant for pilgrims, peace-seekers and tourists from around the world. Frozen in time, and abound with legends of Lord Shiva and Parvati. Distance: 206 km Location: Beyond Krishnagiri Best time to visit: Oct-Mar
BHEEMESHWARI
Fishing camp with jungle lodge in the forests of Karnataka, nestled along the Cauvery, sacred river of South India. Distance: 100 km Location: Banks of Cauvery Best time to visit: Dec-Mar
KABINI
Ideal for a relaxed weekend with trekking, nature walks, boating. Punganoor artificial lakecum-park, Jalagamparai waterfalls, Swamimalai (the highest peak in the area), Murugan Koil temple and Telescope House. Distance: 170 km Location: Near Jolarpet station, Tamil Nadu Best time to visit: Nov-Feb
One of the most popular wildlife destinations, with a large scenic lake, elephant and bird sightings, spread over 55 acres of forestland. Distance: 208km Location: Backwaters of Kabini River Best time to visit: Oct-May
OOTY
Short for Ootacamund or Udhagamandalam, it South India’s best known hill station, set among the Nilgiris, with green forests, valleys, tea plantations, streams and mountains. Tea plantation visit, trekking, botanical gardens, sightseeing in scenic natural beauty. Distance: 297 km Location: Niligiris, at a height of 7440 feet Best time to visit: Apr-Jun & Sept-Nov
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MUDUMALAI
Mudumalai National Park lies on northwest of Nilgiri Hills (Blue Mountains), in Nilgiri District. Elephant Feeding Camp, Moyar river, Kallatty falls, Pykara lake, Elephant Safari. Distance: 220 km Location: Northern Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu Best time to visit: Feb-Jun
NAGARHOLE
BANDIPUR NATIONAL PARK
One of India’s best known sanctuaries at Western Ghats foothills. It is home to tigers, Asian elephants, leopards, dholes, gaur and sloth bears. Distance: 218 km Location: Forests of Mudumalai Best time to visit: All year, but preferably in monsoon with wildlife and greenery in abundance.
Enchanting 247 square-mile park in coffee land of Coorg, with Asian elephants, marsh crocodiles, monitor lizards, rock pythons, aquatic and terrestrial tortoises, frogs, toads, tree frogs, a myriad insects and butterflies. Distance: 222 km Location: Part of Nilgiri biosphere reserve Best time to visit: Oct-May
BELUR AND HALEBID
COORG
Dubbed as Scotland of India, one of the most beautiful hill stations with verdant trekking routes amidst lush forests and hills. Madikeri Fort, Raja’s Seat, Nagarahole National Park, Iruppu Falls, Abbey Falls, Brahmagri hills, Dubare forest, Elephant Camp and white water rafting. Distance: 252 km Location: Heart of Coorg’s coffee country Best time to visit: Oct-May
Twin temple towns, world famous for their historical sculptures, Hoysala architecture and very intricate carvings cut from soft stone. They are comparable to Khajuraho temples of Madhya Pradesh. Distance: 226 km Location: Foothills of Western Ghats Best time to visit: Oct-Feb
PONDICHERRY
Union Territory of Pudhucherry (earlier Pondicherry), with quaint French charm, cobbled streets, elegant restaurants and houses, statues of Dupleix and Joan of Arc. Famous for Aurobindo Ashram and Auroville with its pretty native crafts. Distance: 296 km Location: Bay of Bengal, south of Chennai Best time to visit: Oct-Mar
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