Doddaballapura, India

This industrial city 40 km from Bangalore is no picturesque paradise. Doddaballapura houses thousands in its apparel factories and IT parks, but the bureaucracy can be a persistent headache. With a railway station served by trains to major cities, the commute to Bangalore is convenient, though the roads can get congested. For those seeking job opportunities outside the crowded capital, Doddaballapura may be worth considering, but the lack of local amenities means it's not for everyone.