Its boundaries have expanded more than 10 times over the last six decades.The BBMP is divided into ten zones. It is the fourth largest municipal corporation in India being responsible for a population of 6.8 million in an area of 741 km2. The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), is the administrative body responsible for civic amenities and some infrastructural assets of the Greater Bengaluru metropolitan area. With its booming economy and racy lifestyle, the city has metamorphosed from a sleepy Garden City into one of India's fastest growing, accommodating and cosmopolitan cities. Historically known as Vengaluru, Bendakaluru (village of boiled beans), Bengaluru is cosmopolitan in nature and a nerve center of the arts and cultural activities. It is one of the most attractive cities in India with its beautiful parks, avenues and impressive architecture. Bengaluru is draped over the Deccan Plateau at an altitude of 949 metre (3,113 feet) above sea level. Bengaluru, the capital of Karnataka, is also known as the 'City of Gardens'. We cover it all in detail and you can check it all in just one click.

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