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Its not just a city, its a Carnival
14 BRAND BANGALURU It's not just a city, it's a carnival
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The Weekend Get Aways
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Brand Bengaluru
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Savour Corner
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Travel Photo Essay
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Aviation
Qatar Airways applies for an Indian airline
Cathay Pacific Airways hits the milestone
atar Airways will apply for a domestic operational airline in India. Chief Akbar Al Baker confirmed the application and says the airline will be fully financed by Qatar's Sovereign fund. He also stated the functioning will be headed by Qatar and Indians would be heading the boards. The application will be moved soon, but no confirmation regarding the time as the process would a significant amount of time.
athay Pacific Airways completed its 10th year of passenger flights between Chennai and Hong Kong. Starting from four weekly flights in 2008, it has now carried 39000 tons of cargo and 600000 passengers have traveled till date. In 2010, with the increasing demand from the travelers, the airlines had expanded to daily flights. The airlines have now introduced Air Miles for every trip from Chennai to North America, Australia and Asia between June 15 and August15.
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Chhattisgarh and Andhra Pradesh connected by Air Odisha ir Odisha recently set out new routes, connecting Chhattisgarh and Andhra Pradesh. The flight would go through Raipur from Jagdalpur and reach Vishakapatnam. This new service is launched under the UDAN scheme, where it focuses on the growth of the economy by helping the common citizen of the country fly. The new flying routes reduced the travel time from 15 hours of roadways, 6-7 hours of train to a mere 40 minutes flight at an affordable cost of Rs 1670. Air Odisha is looking to add more regions for better connectivity between different places.
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Jet Airways connects Patna and Allahabad he UDAN scheme by the government has helped the travelers to fly direct from Patna from Allahabad now. A 72 liner has been launched flying from Allahabad – Patna – Allahabad. The flight will be operating will be operating thrice a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays and would take approximately one hour and 35 minutes for its one-way journey.
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Vistara Airlines going global istara started its domestic operation in 2015 and now plans to extend it to overseas. With its 21st aircraft, Vistara is granted eligibility to have foreign flying routes. It's now likely to launch services from Delhi to Bangkok, Colombo, and Maldives from Delhi. The Maldives flight might be flying during the season and the rest would be operational all-round the year. The airline might also provide an airway from Kolkata to Bangkok as Bangkok is a year-round destination and in turn get additional traffic feed from its partner airlines.
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Indigo reinforcing South Indian market
Air India increases flight frequency to Tel Aviv
ndigo launches more route from Hubli, Karnataka. Naming Hubli as the 52nd destination, daily flights are deployed from Hubli connecting several other cities such as Chennai, Bengaluru, Kochi, Goa, and Ahmedabad on a daily basis. Starting from July 01, 2018, the new routes are targeting the business and leisure travelers with its less fared tickets.
ith a significant rise of outbound tourists to Isreal, Air India has increased the frequency of the flights from Delhi to Tel Aviv. The airline will now fly on Saturday in addition to Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday every week on a 256- seater Boeing aircraft. Departing Delhi at 16:50 pm and arriving in Tel Aviv at 21:45 pm, this makes Air India the fastest non-stop flight between the two countries. In addition, the visa fee has been reduced to Rs 1100 from 1700 for Indian citizens to encourage more travelers.
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Uttar Pradesh to host Ginger hotels
VIT Luxury Hotels opens in Gurugram
inger hotels to open its new hotel in Jhansi, one of the smart city initiatives by the Government. Partnering with the Khard Hotels, Ginger hotel is to set foot in the city of Uttar Pradesh by 2020. The location has been planned out strategically near the railway station offering a convenient option for travelers. The Ginger Jhansi plans to have 76 rooms in total, with meeting rooms, and an all-day diner to provide comfort to the guests.
IT Luxury Hotels opens its new hotel VITS Mango Blossom near the Industrial Hub of Udyog Vihar, Gurugram. With its strategic location, innovative dĂŠcor, and the service rendered, this hotel promises a comfortable experience for both leisure and business tourists. The 37 roomed hotel has Deluxe and Superior suites with both offering luxury ambiance and exclusive facilities. Chandrakant Shetty, CEO of VITS Luxury Business Hotel says that the city has seen tremendous growth in inflow of travelers, and their aim is to provide a comfortable them.
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Mana Hotels in Rajasthan ith 27 rooms, the 3 star Mana Hotels is set to open in Kumbhalgarh, Rajasthan. With 16 deluxe tents, 11 rooms the hotel provides amenities such as a conference hall, restaurant, game room, and swimming pool. The rooms are with an amazing view of the nearby Kumbhalgarh fort, making your stay a memorable one.
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ark Hyatt Goa Resorts and Spa was recently acquired by the ITC Hotels in the public auction, and now will be known as ITC Grand Goa. The hotel will soon be formally inaugurated near Cansaulim, Goa.
A unique wildlife experience with Tree Leaf Kipling Lodge nspired from the novelist Rudyard Kipling, the Tree leaf Kipling Lodge is soon to open doors in Ranthambore, Rajasthan. With the personalized hospitality experience, people can experience a forest reserve amidst the natural surroundings.
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Peter's Coffee Creek in Wayanad 10 acres of Peter's Coffee Creek unveiled recently in Wayanad, Kerala. Situated close to Soochipara waterfalls and inside a coffee estate, this cottage is a perfect place to relax and enjoy the nature. The resort offers dining facilities with authentic Indian and Indo-Chinese cuisines. They cater the needs of all sections with several indoor games as Pool table, Table tennis, Carroms, chess and adventure activities as Zipline, Swing bridge, Archery, and paintball within the resort. The resort offers 7 elegant and independent deluxe and premium villas. 6 deluxe rooms with luxury interiors making it a perfect weekend stop for anyone.
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Sarovar Premiere with its fourth hotel in Jaipur arovar Hotels and Resorts recently unveiled its fourth hotel in Jaipur. With a modern architecture, the hotel offers 80 guest rooms and suites. The state of the art amenities with varied dining options, fitness and business centers, Wi-Fi, swimming pool makes it a venue for special events. The convenient location near the airport and railway station makes it easily accessible for the guests. The Sarovar group are hoping to unveil more hotels in Ajmer and Jaisalmer soon.
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ith an ambition of expanding hotels across India, Royal Orchids opens Regenta Central in Somnath, Gujarat. Located on the main highway of Veraval and 5 km from the Somnath railway station, this hotel is easily accessible for the guests. To rejuvenate you, the hotel offers a swimming pool, spa, and a gymnasium. The hotel with a spacious banquet hall can accommodate up to 2000 guests making it a suitable destination for family/ social gathering, or any corporate functions.
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Ultra High-End ships added to Seabourn fleet he Seabourn cruise line is set to add two ultra-high-end fleets to its name by 2021. The luxurious amenities with its upcoming fleets put them at the top of the cruise charts. The 23000-ton ship with 132 balcony suites will carry up to 264 passengers at once. It also carries 2 submarines, 24 Zodiac boats and a fleet of kayaks. The design of their new fleets meets the demands of the PC6 Polar Class standards and is now cleared to sail across Arctic and Antarctica by the summer of 2021. The cruises will be guided by wilderness experts, historians, Zodiac operators, and scientists.
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Mariner of the Sea's to India
Pandaw Expeditions to debut in India
oyal Caribbean International has announced cruising sails to India before the monsoons. The marines of the seas will take people across Dubai, Muscat, Singapore, Phuket, and Goa. The cruise offer itineraries from Singapore to Cochin and Cochin to Dubai to the Indian travelers.
he launch of Orient Pandaw has been announced by Pandaw Expeditions. The Indian River expedition will take people through lower Ganges from December 2018 till the end of April and will re-commence in July 2019 till April 2020.
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As cruise travels in becoming increasingly popular in the Indian market, the introduction of the mariner of the seas will complement the Indian tourists who are opting for international cruises. The cruise offers several activities such as rock climbing, arcade games, ice skating and nightclubs for the travelers.
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SKAL ASIA AREA CONGRESS AT MACAU
kål International Macau, with the support of Macao Government Tourism Office, organized a conference with the theme on GastronomyTourism, highlighting Macao's designation as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy. The congress counted with the participation of more than 170 attendees, from 23 clubs spread across 18 countries and regions, and was marked by the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between PATA and Skal International.
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The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by PATA CEO Dr. Mario Hardy and Skål International CEO Daniela Otero during the 47th Skål Asia Congress in Macao, China. The agreement commits the two organisations to share knowledge through research and publications, to reciprocate in event participation, to support mutually agreed advocacy positions, and to enhance access for the benefit of members of both organisations. Dr. Hardy said, "PATA and Skål are very similar in many regards. Like PATA, Skål has a long-storied history having been founded in 1934 and through the years its
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members have fostered a great spirit of friendship and comradery. They are also committed to the development of young tourism professionals and students through Young Skål. This partnership helps align both our missions in developing a responsible tourism industry and look forward to working to with them towards this goal." The congress was host so some of the world level speakers, such as: Dr. Alexis Tam Chong Weng, Secretary for Social Affairs and Culture of the Macau SAR, Skal International President and CEO, Susanna Saari and Daniela Otero, Dr. Mario Hardy, PATA CEO, Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes, Director of MGTO, Mr. Grant Bowie, CEO and Executive Director of MGM China Holdings Ltd., Dr. Cheng Wai Tong, Deputy Director of the Macao Government Tourism Office, Mr. Perry Yuen President of the Macau Culinary Association of Macau, Mr. Chattan Kunjara Na Ayudhya, Deputy Governor for Policy and Planning at Tourism Authority of Thailand and Ms. Fang Li, Focal point of Shunde for UNESCO Creative Cities Network Project and Lecturer of Hotel & Tourism Management Department of Shunde Polytechnic.
Skål International President, Susanna Saari, spoke about the potential of Skål in developing tourism around the world, "with approximately 14,000 members, Skål International still is the largest tourism association in the world. Here in the Asian area, you have over 2,400 members in 41 Clubs. This area is perhaps the most diverse in the world of Skål, reaching from Guam in the Pacific Ocean more than 10,000 km to Mauritius in the Indian Ocean with clubs in 17 countries in between". She also spoke about how tourism is one the main reasons for economic prosperity and is the main source of income for the developing countries.
Guests welcomed in an traditional Macau style Skål International Macau has already organised the Skål Asia Congress on three previous occasions, initially in 1981 which was co-hosted by Skål International Hong Kong, then in 1996 and in 2007. With this Congress, Macao will become one of the five cities which has held that Skål Asia Congress four times or more, the others being Manila, Singapore, Bahrain, and Colombo. Skål Bangalore at the conference The activities of the Congress in Macao started on 21 June and ran until 24 June, with the program including several Skål Asia Area internal meetings. During their stay in Macao, participants also joined heritage and other attractions tours, technical visits to new tourism infrastructures, experience the city's gastronomy, and more. Skål International Delhi took over as the largest Skål Clun in the world. There have been initiatives to open Skål Clubs in different countries including Lebanon, United Arab Emirates, and Vietnam. Opening clubs in China might soon be a reality with the help of President Antunes and the Macau team. The congress was considered a success among the participants and organizers, with 85% of attendees considering it excellent or very good, and extraordinary reviews. July 2018
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Its not just a city, its a Carnival angalore, with over 1.2 crore population it is one of the fastest growing city in the world. The general perception is that the city is known for its IT Tech Parks and MNC's, and they aren't wrong about it. But is that the entire city has to offer? Well, that has to be a no. The city is diverse, offering various things which are unparalleled. The city has adapts to the trends according and not leaving the rich cultural heritage which the city always had. It is those who truly like to explore places can see the beauty and diversity the city has to offer to the people.
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The Morning Stroll Truckloads of fresh fruits, Vegetables, and flower are brought to the city markets every day and are sold out in minutes. Spending a couple of early morning's hours in the city markets is one unique experience. While the fresh fragrance of the flowers sets the mood, the display of the flowers gives you a visual pleasure like never before. It's not just the flowers, people too are friendly to help you out if necessary, and the language barrier isn't a problem for you to not visit this place. With all the freshness and colors around, this a perfect place for the photographers to capture amazing pictures. There will be fellow photographers in and around the market every morning.
Visiting during festivals or on weekends would a jackpot as the activity around place increases to a next level. It is not just flower markets, there are several others in the city. The market in Chikpet is solely for clothing, where the place gets lit up during the marriage and festive season. Shivajinagar market is famous for the spare parts, you get it for almost every vehicle at a cheap price. Fish market at HAL, which serves fresh salt water and fresh water fish at a nominal rate. SP road which is famous for electronic gadgets ranging from mobile phones, TV to laptops and AC. 16
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Bengaluru’s Heritage Bengaluru was established 1537 by Kempe Gowda, under the guidance of the Vijayanagara Empire. The city has a great history as the Western Gangas, the Cholas and the Hoysalas had ruled over this land and some of that heritage is still preserved. The city has several heritage buildings such as the Palace, Forts, Armoury, Churches, Temples, Aquariums and many more, which are highly prestigious and most visited places in the city. There are certain NGO's working specifically to ensure the heritage is well preserved for the future generations.
The Mighty Palace The Bengaluru Palace is one of few preserved monuments of the past. Established in the year 1887 by the Wodeyar Dynasties, it is known for the architecture, paintings, and carvings around the palace. The palace has courtrooms, halls, ballrooms which were used by the kings. It is now maintained by the government and has kept its promise to preserve it in a good shape. The palace is open from 10 am to 5 pm with around ` 250 per person as the entry charges. carrying a camera would cost you around ` 700-800 extra. The palace is sometimes is converted into a venue for events, concerts, exhibitions and cultural programs and is open to the public.
Lalbagh Spread over 240 acres of land and over 1900 species of flora is the Lalbagh Botanical garden. It was commissioned by Hyder Ali in 1760 and completed by Tippu Sultan and now Lalbagh is one of the biggest parks in South India. Taking a morning walk through the cold breeze and the refreshing mist is one the best ways to start your journey in the city. Or rest under the trees in the afternoon and finish your day with an amazing view of the sunset. Lalbagh frequently hosts one of the biggest flower shows in the country where people from different regions gather to watch the spectacular presentation, you do not want to miss out on that.
Vidhana Soudha Vidhana Soudha, the state legislature of Karnataka is another monument in the city. With the foundation laid by ex-Prime Minister of India Jawaharlal Nehru in 1951, it was completed by 1956 under the guidance of Kengal Hanumanthaiah. It is the largest Legislative building in India sprawling across 60 acres. Even though the gates are closed for the common people, it is still one of the most visited places in the city. People stand in queues to take photographs along the monument. The highlight is not just the monument, but also the huge Indian flag waving on top of the building. Vikasa Soudha, the replica which has established right beside the Vidhana Soudha in 2005 which houses the political personnel. July 2018
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Artistic Bengaluru From contemporary to modern art, the city has it all. With over 20 art schools and galleries, the artistic value is well preserved in Bengaluru. The galleries here comprise the paintings from different cultures and different parts of the world. Art Bengaluru, a leading contemporary festival is held in this city which showcases a wide spectrum of art. The festival has been the host to over 30 artists from all over the world who also held workshops for the public. Art has always been the heart and soul of the city.
National Gallery of Modern Art Widely known as the treasure of the paintings, National Gallery of Modern Art is one of the most under rated tourist destiantion in Bengaluru. NGMA is a host to art from teh 18th century to the modern art. Paintings of Rabindranath Tagore, Raja Ravi Verma, Amrita Sher-Gil, Jamini Roy are displayed here. Take out time from your schedule and experience the best of art. The Gallery would be open from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, and will be closed on Mondays.
Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath, an art complex set up in 1960 is one of the most visited galleries in the city. It offers a visual culture of museums, galleries, which display cultures of the traditional, modern and contemporary art. The gallery has collections from ROERICH from the 1900's, traditional art of Mysore, and folk art from various artists of India. Built in 1989, Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium is one the main attractions in Bengaluru. The establishment is meant to provide detailed information about science, earth, stars, and the galaxy. A brief history about the beginning of stars, galaxies and the instruments used are displayed within the building. This is also a place for a students one day visit with prior bookings. Certains events such as lunar eclipse, and solar eclipse are show to the public using precautionary gadgets. Workshops about the beginning of the galaxy, stars and the sun are oraganized frequently for the public. If you had ever wondered on how the galaxy started or would a star die?, then this is the place. Screening of "Our Solar System" are done on a daily basis in English and Kannada. A brief history is played on a huge overhead screen. The experience itself is surreal as the infrastructure is top notch. Monthly movies about the origins of the universe and the galaxy are played for the public. The other attraction is the science fairs organized on National Science Day, where a huge crowd is gathered. 18
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The Abode of Gods With a rich history of about 450 years, this city holds some of most prolific monuments of Bull temple from 1537 to Neo-Classic Iskcon temple. This city is home to a large number of temples spread all across the city. The city also comprises one of the largest foundations for meditation and knowledge session, which has a yearly visitors of over 1 million every year.
Nandi Temple Dodda Basavi Gudi or Bull temple is located inside a Bugle Rock Park in Basavanagudi. The stone monolith is 4.5 meters high and 6.5 meters wide and is one of the biggest Nandi temples in the world. Coconut oil and butter are regularly applied to the statue which made it turn into black color from grey. The vicinity also has a statue of Ganesh made entirely out of butter. Around 110 kilos of butter is used to create this monolith which holds its shape up to four years and a new one is made again.
ISKCON Temple Located in Rajaji nagr of Bangalore, Isckon temple is a architectural marvel. Built in 1997, the place is a religious shrine for Krishna. The temple is known for its events involving the devotees, who organise community works in the name of Krishna. The most distinctive feature of the temple is the gold plated flag post which stands at a heigh of 17 meters. Another main attraction is the Mantapa, which has 108 steps in either side of it. Devotees chant names of the Lord Krishna at every step to show their devotion. The best time to visit the temple would be during the festivals, mainly the ones relating to Lord Krishna. The temple will be grandly decorated and huge crowd gather to offer their prayers to the god.
The Art of Living Foundation Art Of Living Foundation was established in 1986 by Sri Sri Ravi Shankar as a place solely for meditation, knowledge sessions, chanting. The lifestyle of this place got the attention of the people and now over 1 million people from all over the world visit this early. The center teaches a variety of breathing and yoga session by certified personnel. Visitors are encouraged to participate in the activities rendered by the Foundation. The vicinity consists of Vishalakshi Mantap, which is a huge hall solely for meditating purpose. It has an Ayurvedic hospital to provide various treatments including cancer and diabetes treatments. Sri Sri Gurukul, a center for learning old age rituals and traditions. A five-year training program is offered to teach the students about puja's, yoga, astrology, Sanskrit and more. Goshala, which aims to preserve the pure breeds of cows. Around 500 different cows of various breeds are being taken care of in the vicinity. The foundation is also the home to one of the biggest celebration of Navratri and Mahashivratri, where 1000's of people flock from various parts of the world to be a part of the celebration. July 2018
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Food and Bengaluru,
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his city has grown exponentially over the years and has attracted people not only from India but also from different parts of the world. The cultures are diverse, and the needs have been met. The food industry has evolved and the city offers every kind of cuisine to the people. Yet again, the local delicacies have not been forgotten. The idli's, dosa's, Puri's, to Burgers, Pasta's, Spaghetti's, Steaks, the city has got it all. If there's one thing common about the Bengaluru, then it has to be food. With the wide variety of cuisines in the city, its heaven for foodies. Take your time off and indulge what the city has to offer. Chat Street or better known as Thindi Beedi in Kannada is known for its vegetarian food. With over 30 different stalls, it is by far the largest and most happening street food stretches in the city. From Savoury to Sweets, the street has it all at a cheap price. The street opens up by 5:30 pm, but it truly comes alive post 7pm. Weekends would generally be crowded, but that's shouldn't be a reason to not visit this place. It's not just the local cuisines, the city offers cuisines of different parts of the world. With the juciest of burgers, cheesy pasta, well cooked steaks, perfectly set panna cotta, varieties of ice creams, the city has it all. Some of the most happening places in and around the city are, Monkey Bar at Indiranagar, CafĂŠ Thulp at Koramangala, Truffles, Onesta, Brewsky at J P Nagar, and many others in the city. Make sure you reserve your tables during the weekends as it gets packed. If you ever feel hungry late night, worry not! Bengaluru has you covered. There are several restaurants opens till late night which serves you amazing food. The crowd favorite, Arabic based Empire hotel serves food till up to 2 in the morning. Enjoy hot soups with fresh chicken and rice at 12 in the night. Not to forget the amazing late night food deliveries from Swiggy, Zomato, Owlydelivers, Foodpanda, and Uber Eats. No matter the time, get your food on time in Bengaluru.
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City Nightlife Nightlife in most parts of India is scarce, but not in Bengaluru. The Pub capital of India offers a unique nightlife with over 800 clubs and bars in the city. With different experiences in every pub, you will never get of pub hopping.
PUB Capital of India With amazing deals on food and beverages all day long, this is a perfect way to spend time with your family and friends. Most pubs provide Happy hours which offers you a free drink on the orders you make. Combo offers are provided in some places, which is perfect for a group. These offers are generally on weekdays from the opening time till late evening. Combo offers run almost every day, but check on additional every day offers provided.
The beer has taken over the city with new breweries set up all through the city.Freshly brewed beers are served all through the day with amazing offers and discounts. Gather around and have a gala time with your friends with some beer and lip-smacking food. Try amazing ambiance at Arbor Brewing Company at McGrath Road, Toit at Indiranagar, The Biere Club at Vittal Mallya Road and many more. Catch a unique experience of stock exchange at The Tipsy Bulls - The Bar Exchange near Bellandur. Similar to a stock exchange, the price of the food and drinks keeps fluctuating. Keep an eye on the price list and get a chance to finish your meal at a cheap price. The best of the bands playing live at the Hard Rock Cafe in St. Marks Road, Bengaluru. It’s not just music, they also host events from known comedians and speakers frequently. The passes for the events get sold out quickly, so keep an eye on the schedules and book your slots. In addition, this serves amazing food and drinks with a lit atmosphere all day long.
Late Night Cafe Rasta Cafe If you ever feel like visiting an eatery or café late at night or early morning, then Rasta Café is your place. Located 46 km from the city, the café is open until early morning. Famous for its ambiance and food, this place will be packed in the weekends. It is advised to book seats before visiting during the weekends. This place is also visited by bikers who come out for a short spin and spend leisure time. Weekends would be the best time to check out some of the best racing bikes in the world. Apart from the food, the vicinity also has a 5's football ground with artificial turf. Book your slots and enjoy the game under floodlights late in the night. There will be a screening of live games and at times movies, a documentary on music, design, food, culture and more. July 2018
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THE CITY RIDE If you have a day to spare in your itinerary, then Bengaluru is the place to spend it. The options are immense. Head out to the water bodies of the city and laze around, if you need adventure, amusement parks is your place or have a morning ride to catch the sunset at the preferred sunset of the city. If none of these are in your plans, then head to the malls.
The Lakes of Bengaluru The city has over 17 lakes which have been maintained by the government. Take your family and friends and spend time along the shores of the lake. Some lakes has boating, Musical Fountain. No matter where you are, do not miss out on the amazing sunrise and the sunset from the lakes.
Bannerghatta National Park and Biological Park It's not just parks; the city also has a National Park. Spreading over 65127 acres and home to several endangered flora and fauna in the Bannerghatta National Park. Situated 22 km from the center, this national park is home to Lions, Tigers, Leopards and White tigers which are among the endangered species in the country. The national park also provides Safari at a nominal rate. The best time to visit would be between September and January when the weather is pleasant. Bannerghatta has expanded even more as it's the first Biological Park in India to have fenced forested elephant sanctuary where elephants are given freedom to roam around freely. It also has a pet corner, butterfly enclosure, animal rescue, aquarium and a snake house in its vicinity.
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Amusement Parks Located 28 km from the city, Wonder La is one of the biggest amusement parks in India. With a wide variety of 55 land and water rides, this place has become a hotspot for the people around. Ride upside down rides at 70kmph from 16 meters high to soft land and water rides. The young can enjoy the specially designed dance floors with rain showers and musical fountains with laser show or just laze around the wave pool. There are several restaurants available within the park to quench your thirst. The park also proves the opportunity for celebrating weddings and parties at wonder la if requested. The parks open up by 11 am and runs till 7 pm in the night with around 1000 rs as the ticket fee.
Malls of Bengaluru A boom in the city resulted in new malls all through the city. Some of the biggest malls in Asia are in this city. The malls not just offer you shopping options, but also a wide variety of entertainment and eatery. From bowling, arcade games to ice skating, the malls offers almost everything to spend a quality time. Occasional musical, dance, reality show events are conducted in certain mall which gathers a huge crowd. Not to forget the best of movie experience with 3D, 4D and 5D simulation in the malls. Visit UB City is the biggest luxury commercial property project in Bangalore, Phoenix Market City, Orion Mall at Brigade Gateway Enclave and many others spread though out the city.
The Stairway to heaven One of the main hot spots around the city is Nandi Hills, located about 60 km from the city. Located above 4852 ft. above sea level, it was once used by the Hoysala kingdom as the watchtower and now turned into a tourist spot. It’s not only famous for the Palace and Fort, but also for the amazing view of the sunrise and the sunset. Tourist’ queue up at 4 in the morning to watch the take its stage and again in the evening to applaud the show of the sun. The hill is also the place for paragliding courses, which is rare in Karnataka. Several events are also held frequently, with most being the cycling/biking rides, marathons, and treks over the weekends.
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This recipe for Ragi chocolate lava cake is a healthy alternative on a regular chocolate lava cake without compromising on the taste buds.Here Chef Vijaitha illustrates an exciting recipe from Tunisia.
RAGI/ FINGER MILLET: This millet crop was introduced about 4000 years ago. It is an excellent source of protein and calcium. It also helps in keeping diabetes mellitus in check. Ragi is high in dietary fibers and micro minerals.
DARK CHOCOLATE: Dark chocolate is very nutritious and is an excellent Source of anti Oxidants. It improves blood flow and lowers blood pressure.
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Calorie Value : 200Kcal
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Ragi flour/finger millet flour- 1⁄2 cup All purpose flour/ wheat flour- 1⁄2 cup Cocoa powder- 2tbsp Dark chocolate- 150 gms Sugar- 1⁄2 cup Unsalted butter- 1⁄4 cup Milk- 3-4 tbsp Vanilla extract- 1tsp Baking powder- 1⁄2 tsp Baking soda- 1⁄4 cup Salt- a pinch
1. Cream together the sugar, butter and the vanilla extract until it becomes creamy and fluffy. 2. Add the cocoa powder (sifted) into the butter and mix until well combined. 3. Sieve the ragi flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt into the butter mixture, gradually streaming in the milk and mix until it forms a batter consistency. 4. Grease a muffin tray or a cupcake mold and dust it with cocoa powder. 5. Divide the batter equally in the prepared molds 6. Pop a half an inch piece of chocolate into each mold and make sure that its completely submerged in the batter. 0 0 7. Bake the cake in a preheated oven at 180 C or 350 F oven for about 15-20 minutes. 8. Remove the cake from the mold and serve cold or warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla Ice- cream.
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Travel Photo Essay - time to show us what you've got!
If you've got an amazing photo taken somewhere on your journey, enter it in the Corporate Outbound's photo essay competition to win some exciting prizes. The competition is open for all categories, where each contestant has to send 3 which should complement each other. The theme for the competition is travel; photos which don't fall under this category will be automatically disqualified. Along with photos, the contestant's personal details (name, age, contact info, address), a brief about the photo, and the story behind it must be presented. The photos will be judged according to the composition, story and uniqueness, so make sure your photos tick all these boxes. For your photos to be valid, you need to drop the photo's through mail and tag our Instagram
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#corporateoutboundcontest Mr. Pawan Sengar from Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation Ltd, Hyderabad showcased the side of Goa which we all tend to miss.
Goa, when one hears this name its offer you loads of options in everything, things that come to mind are beaches, beer, water-sports, bikes, party & complete fun. To the north, the tourist-centric scene is prevalent, with an international flair that is now skewing more hip than hippie. Travel south for stretches of unspoiled sand and an escape from large resorts. Temples, mosques and wildlife sanctuaries provide diversions from the beach. it becomes difficult to decide as so many options are available at every corner. Well, these things are so true. Goa means fun. 26
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