Mysore
- Mysuru
| Pax number | 4 | 6 |
| Three star hotel | Rs 15000 per person | Rs 12000 per person |
| Five star hotel | Rs 20000 per person | Rs 18000 per person |
is the third largest city in Karnataka after Bangalore and Hubli. Located at the foothills of Chamundi Hills, Mysuru is a delightful blend of modernity and traditional cultureš. From ornate temples to majestic palaces to sprawling gardens, this city has always been a traveller's paradise.
Mysuru served as the capital city of the Kingdom of Mysuru for nearly
six centuries, from 1399 until 1956. The Kingdom was ruled by the Wodeyar dynasty for the most part, except for a brief hiatus during the 1760s and 70s when Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan were in power. Patrons of art and culture, the Wodeyars contributed significantly to the cultural growth of the city and the state. The cultural influence of Mysuru to the state was so paramount that it has earned the nickname, 'Cultural Capital of Karnataka'.
Places to see in Mysore
- Mysore palace
- Jaganmohan palace
- Srirangapatna
- Somanathpura
- Zoo
Mysore can be visited at all times of the year. Post Monsoon is best time though. October November time coincides with world famous Dasara festivities and one could see the Dasara festivities live.
Mysore
- Chamundi hills: is a hillock just few kilometers from Mysore palace. This is famous for the Chamundeshwari temple. This temple was built in around 14th and 15th century CE.
- Ranganathittu: Ranganathittu is a bird sanctuary known for migratory birds. It also has lot of other wildlife like Crocodiles.
- Mysore Zoo: Mysore zoo is queen of all attractions. It is lot of variety,
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Mysore Palace
Mysore palace is the most visited palace in India. It is a beautiful example of blended architecture. It has Indo-European architecture. As all the objects, walls and display items tell a story, you need a guide to enjoy the palace visit.
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Jaganmohan Palace
Jaganmohan Palace is another beautiful structure. It is now converted as museum. It has various art galleries that contains the art collections of the Wodeyars of Mysore. It is advised to take a guide to understand the artifacts better and know more on the significance.
