Bengaluru or Bangalore, once called the ‘Garden city' located on the deccan plateau, in the south eastern part of the Indian state of Kamataka is also called the silicon valley of India. It is a demographically diverse city and is a major economic and cultural hub. Having the Fastest moving consumer goods market in the land it is a blissful heaven for all shopaholics providing a numerous range of products, from electronics to clothes and accessories.

Hundreds flock in to Bangalore each year in search of the traditional silk saris and sandalwood carvings and miss out in the splendor and unique shopping experience Bangalore offers. Some of the well known places for shopping are Brigade Road, Commercial Street and the MG Road. Tourists are attracted to these streets with its vibrant collection of shops, stacked from floor to ceiling with goods ranging from traditional handicrafts to the latest fashions of the west.

Brigade Road and MG Road (most) conveniently situated side-by-side is a very popular commercial area, especially among the youth look-out for a vibrant shopping experience and entertainment while at it. On Brigade Road are Malls like the Fifth avenue and Mota royal arcade, and shops such as Planet M (a huge music store with every kind imaginable), Louis Phillipe, Levis Lee, Tommy Hilfiger, Pepe Jeans, Nike, SanFrisco Jeans and Titan(great Indian made watches Having a rather Bazaar feeling than that at Brigade Road, Commercial street, another shopping Mecca, sells both international brands and locally made products. This is best for those with good bargaining powers looking for a good deal without being too picky on the actual quality of the product.

Be it in a hot bustling bazzar or a cool sophisticated mall, shopping in Bangalore is truly a most wonderful experience. India's colorful and vibrant culture has seeped in through to every little shop and side stall, making it a kaleidoscopic and memorable experience to all who visit. Tourists looking to experience the outstanding shopping options available here have a wide choice of Bangalore luxury hotels to choose from. Of which The Alila Bangalore Hotel, one of Bangalore's many 5 star Bangalore hotels situated in close proximity to MG Road provides the perfect accommodation for shoppers. Tourists of Bengaluru can be rest assured that their experience will be unforgettable.