Languages in Bangalore include the local state language Kannada, the national language of Hindi, Arabic and English.
Indian rupees are the primary currency here in Bangalore. There are not many places to use US dollars, but they can be exchanged for rupees at a bank.
A 1 liter bottle of water costs 25 to 50 rupees, or about $0.70.
This week I had a breakfast buffet by the Cauvery River. I ate lots of Indian bread, called chapati, and drank some chai tea. Sitting by the river in the morning made it my favorite meal!
This week I listened to some of my playlists from back home. I often hear Indian music while riding in vehicles and traveling, but I don't understand any Hindi, so I cannot make out any of the words.
