Bangalore: A rough guide

Bangalore is India’s fifth largest city, home to 5.7 million people and 7 per cent of expatriate assignees to India. In the south of the country, it is a major centre of scientific research and technological innovation. The official language of the state is Kannada, although English is widely spoken and understood. Bangalore’s climate, although tropical, is mainly dry and pleasant.

Cost of living:

Although prices will vary, especially for imported goods, for premium, Indian goods, expect to pay around:

Baked beans, one can: Rs54

Bread, white sliced loaf: Rs20

Cheese, one kilo cheddar: Rs290

Chicken, one medium roasting: Rs140

Eggs, one dozen: Rs30

Rice, one kilo: Rs75

Six-pack of Heineken beer: Rs810

Big Mac: Rs80

Leisure:

Expatriate club membership, annual: Rs100,000

Cinema ticket: Rs175

Paperback book: Rs400

Round of golf: Rs2,000

Transport costs:

Litre of petrol: Rs54

Taxi fare per KM: Rs20

Bus fare to and from airport: Rs15

Taxi to and from airport: Rs250

Family life:

Babysitter, per hour: Rs200

Housekeeper, cleaner, per hour: Rs250

Full-time nanny/maid, per month: Rs5,000

School fees, international school or equivalent, including transportation by bus and food: Rs250,000

Useful link

www.bangalorebest.com

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