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If you are interested in gleaning information about Indian then you must at least touch upon the state of Karnataka. Karnataka is the eighth largest Indian state by area and it has the honor of being the ninth largest by population. Karnataka is made up of comprises 29 districts and Kannada is the official and most widely spoken language of the state. There is no dearth of tourist attractions in Karnataka. One of the most popular tourist attractions of Karnataka is Bangalore which is the capital city of Karnataka.
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The major cities of Karnataka are its biggest draw for the tourists. Bangalore in Karnataka is a picturesque city which is also known as t the Garden City because of its many beautiful gardens and parks. Bangalore was was founded in the 16th century and has since continued to be an important administrative center. Due to the highly developed IT industry Bangalore is also called the Silicon Valley of India. If Bangalore represents the progressive face of Karnataka then Mysore represents the rich heritage of the state. Mysore was the former capital of Karnataka and it a city of palaces. The regal and princely city of Mysore with is magnificent palaces is surely worth a visit whatever the month or season. Karnataka is not all about big and bustling cities. The natural resources of Karnataka is no less enticing. Nagarhole National Park was set up in the year 1955 and is considered to be the finest tiger reserve in India.
Transportation system in Karnataka is also well developed. The Bangalore international airport forms the main hub of transportation to Karnataka for international tourist. The different cities of the state of Karnataka are also well connected with bus and rail way services. If you are planning a tour to Karnataka you would surely have a gala time there. There are a wide array of fine hotels in Karnataka which would surely woo you with their fine service and gracious hospitality.
If you are a true blue shopoholic then you wont be disappointed in Karnataka for Karnataka is a Shoppers Paradise. The rich handicrafts of Karnataka include sandalwood and rosewood carvings and sandalwood sculptures. Not only that on your shopping spree in Karnataka you can buy the famous agarbattis (incense sticks), perfumes, sandalwood oil and other small gifts like pens, letter openers, metal lamps, wood carvings and inlay work. Last but not the least the vibrantly colorful silk saris of Karnataka are world famous and any shopping trip to Karnataka remains incomplete without them.
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