Garden City of India and Silicon Valley, Bengaluru is one of the most desirable cities in India. From careers to ‘nature’s air conditioning’, from great nightlife to quiet retirement life, it means a lot of things to a lot of people. It’s no wonder, then, that there is a year-round influx of people in Bangalore, each moving in with their own ‘big dream’. Having said that, being a destination of metro-like proportions and details, the act of relocating to Bangalore, whether moving from office to home, brings its own set of pros and cons. So here are certain things to keep in mind when you are packing up and moving to Bangalore.
The cost of living in Bangalore can be higher than other places. In particular, the cost of accommodation, food and travel can be higher, sometimes considerably. Sharing, especially for singles, offers an easy solution. When you add the cost of food, raw materials, cleaning, maintenance, and house help, the costs can add up. If you decide to eat outdoors or rent a caterer, they can be too expensive, so set aside extra money and plan your new lifestyle accordingly.
They say that language is a great leveller. So if you feel ‘left out’ in the city because everyone else speaks Kannada (yes, that’s the most popular language in the city and the local slang), you need to prepare in advance. Take a language course at least 2 months before you change in Bengaluru. If you don’t have time, start the course as soon as possible. And make sure to mingle and chat with the locals as much as you can – it’s the easiest way to learn a new ‘language’.
Traveling within Bangalore can be a problem. Not for lack of transportation (the city is well endowed with a strong public transportation network featuring just about every mode of transport imaginable), but traffic can be infuriating. Extreme rushing can also sometimes make it difficult to purchase a mobile taxi service like Uber or Ola. Given the circumstances, the metro or buses are perhaps the best and safest way to get around the city. Either way, you need to plan your daily activities well in advance and have enough time available.
June to September is monsoon season in Bangalore city, so prepare in advance. If you are changing in Bangalore during this time it can mean extra precautions, dangers and headaches. There are higher chances of belongings being damaged or spoiled during the rainy season. Traveling is also more dangerous and susceptible to accidents. It is highly recommended, therefore, to choose the right packer and conveyor. And never forget to take out insurance.
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