Shivajinagar, Bengaluru

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Shivajinagara
Neighbourhood
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Night view of Commercial street, adjoining area of Shivijainagara
Nickname: 
Tasker Town
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Shivajinagara
Coordinates: 12°59′N77°36′E / 12.99°N 77.60°E / 12.99; 77.60
CountryIndia
State Karnataka
CityBangalore
Government
  Body BBMP
Languages
  OfficialKannada
Time zone UTC+5:30 (IST)
Postal Index Number
560051
Lok Sabha ConstituencyBangalore Central

Shivajinagara, previously known as Blackpally and Tasker Town, is a locality in Bangalore, India located in the Central Business District. It was named after the 17th century Maratha Emperor Shivaji, since he spent his childhood days there. [1] [2]

Overview

It is reported that nearly half of Shivajinagar's residents are muslims, as such during Ramadan, visitors to the area gather to enjoy a wide array of culinary delights and cultural experiences. Large queues of visitors indulging in grill-charred kebabs, fried samosas, and large servings of falooda are seen. Families initiate their fast-breaking rituals with a spread of fresh fruits, dates, and beverages. The street fairs near Russell Market circle offer a rich variety of delicacies, including haleem, mutton samosas, kebabs, and phirni, attracting a significant number of visitors from both the city and its peripheral areas who seek to partake in the festivities and savor the local flavors. [3] [4]

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References

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