Touring the old Basavanagudi in Bangalore to see its ancient lanes, intriguing parks, and historic temples. A personal (French) tour guide details inside. Basavangudi is one of the few areas in Bangalore that have retained its old-world charm. A residential area with quaint homes, leafy roads, markets and temples, a walk here can take you back in time. Always buzzing with activity, Basavanagudi buzzes even more feverishly before festivals. There are numerous restaurants here, some institutions in themselves. This is a good place to feast on idlis (savory cake), dosas (savory pancakes) and the famous filter kaapi (coffee). Basavanagudi is one of the oldest localities of Bangalore. Named around a Bull temple, this locality is famous for its busy markets, retail hubs, and decent social amenities. With over three metro stations in the vicinity, Basavanagudi boasts of excellent public transportation. Presence of elite schools, colleges and modern hospitals closeby, has pulled homebuyers to Basavanagudi from every class. Basavanagudi is a neighbourhood that exemplifies this charm. A melting pot of both quaint and contemporary hotspots, the Basavanagudi experience ranges from the rustic Gandhi Bazaar and Vidyarthi Bhavan to boutique restaurants, to educational institutes, to lifestyle options, making this place a truly unique offering. Vidyarthi Bhavan