Shivaji Nagar, one of the busiest area and an important commercial centre, is located in the central Bangalore around 1kms from M.G. Road. Vasant Nagar, High Grounds, Ulsoor are some of the areas that come under the locale. It is considered as a major transport hub with the BMTC bus station and the Cantonment Railway Station is in close proximity. The place is dotted with several restaurants, kabab corners, shopping centers etc. The top shopping destination of the Bangalore city named Commercial Street , the famous Russel Market, St. Mary's Basilica, Jamia Masjid are all located within Shivaji Nagar.