Bangalore
is Asia's Silicon Valley because of its thriving information
technology industry. Bangalore is India's fifth - largest and
fastest - growing city. Until its high-tech boom began in the
late 1980s, it was known as the Garden City, with greenery flourishing
in its pleasant, temperate climate. Today with a growing population
of young professionals, it has acquired a vibrant, cosmopolitan
air. Bangalore was founded in the 16th century by a local chieftain,
Kempe Gowda, but derives its name from the Kannada word benda
kaluru, or "boiled beans", which an old woman gave
a 10th century Hoysala King when he turned up hungry at her
doorstep.
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