Mysore, in south Indian state of Karnataka, is a historical town and a popular tourist destination for its myriad natural and structural attractions. Endowed with outstanding palaces, scenic gardens, aromatic sandalwood, comfy silks and ostentatious festivals, the city of Mysore is an absolute potpourri of rich tradition and glittering past. Against the backdrop of myriad sacred temples and monuments, Mysore stands as an epitome of India traditions and culture.
A city with mythological mentions, Mysore is known for its Dassara festival that becomes an exhibition of the pomp and pageantry. The majestic 14th century Mysore Palace is the prime tourist attraction here, which showcases through illumination, though on select days. The St. Philomena's Church, a neo-Gothic structure, invites for its architectural brilliance and beautiful frescoes.
The Mysore Zoo- among oldest in India- invites animal-lovers for its collection of exotic animals, the Royal Bengal tigers being the prime attraction. The Rail Museum is another spot worth visiting in Mysore for its invaluable anthology of locomotives and coaches. The Sri Jayachamarajendra Art Gallery delights for its vast assortment products from Indian culture and, also for its ancient musical instruments.
A city with mythological mentions, Mysore is known for its Dassara festival that becomes an exhibition of the pomp and pageantry. The majestic 14th century Mysore Palace is the prime tourist attraction here, which showcases through illumination, though on select days. The St. Philomena's Church, a neo-Gothic structure, invites for its architectural brilliance and beautiful frescoes.
The Mysore Zoo- among oldest in India- invites animal-lovers for its collection of exotic animals, the Royal Bengal tigers being the prime attraction. The Rail Museum is another spot worth visiting in Mysore for its invaluable anthology of locomotives and coaches. The Sri Jayachamarajendra Art Gallery delights for its vast assortment products from Indian culture and, also for its ancient musical instruments.
By Air
Bangalore, some 139 kms away, is the nearest airport that has regular flights to all major Indian cities to link them to Mysore.
By Rail
The railways station in Mysore links it to major cities like Bangalore, Chennai etc, though train services.
By Road
A chain of well-designed roads smoothly connects Mysore to other major town of the state.
Bangalore, some 139 kms away, is the nearest airport that has regular flights to all major Indian cities to link them to Mysore.
By Rail
The railways station in Mysore links it to major cities like Bangalore, Chennai etc, though train services.
By Road
A chain of well-designed roads smoothly connects Mysore to other major town of the state.
Mysore Palace
The Mysore Palace in Mysore, Karnataka, ranks among the largest and most beautiful palaces in India. Also known as Mysore Maharaja Palace or Amba Vilas, this 14th century palace is a spectacular monument with stunning architecture and design. Reconstructed and completed in 1912, the Palace was built in Indo-Saracenic style and served as the residence of the Wodeyar Maharaja’s of the Mysore State.
The Mysore Palace is a unique monument blen...Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary
The Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary is a famous breeding and nesting ground for thousands of bird species from all parts of the world. Located some 4 Km from Srirangapatna and 19 Km from Mysore, this sanctuary in the southern Indian state of Karnataka is named after Sri RanganathaSwamy, an incarnation of Hindu God Vishnu. Stretching over an area of 40 acres, it’s basically an island on the Cauvery River.
A bird sanctuary since 1940, Ran...Chamundeswari Temple
About 13 km from Mysore in Karnataka and on the top of Chamundi Hills is located the renowned Chamundeshwari Temple. Dedicated to Chamundeshwari or Durga, the temple is visited for a huge number of devotees every year. It’s considered the most popular temple in Mysore since goddess Chamundi is the presiding deity here. The Maharajas of Mysore gave patronage to this temple, helped expand it and give it a shape of a big temple. &nb...St. Philomenas Church
The Roman Catholic St. Philomena's Church is considered among the oldest existing churches in India. Built in AD 1840, this 200-year church in Mysore, Karnataka is built in gothic design and its twin towers soar to a height of 175 feet. The church is believed to resemble a church at Cologne and its design shares similarity with the St. Patrick’s cathedral at New York.
Located just 1 km off Mysurue Palace, the foundation for the St. Philome...
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