MYSORE (IN THE STATE OF KARNATAKA)-
Mysore is blessed with so many important religious places, historical monuments, beautiful gardens several lakes and home to tranquil surroundings.
Mysore is blessed with so many important religious places, historical monuments, beautiful gardens several lakes and home to tranquil surroundings.
The royal city of Mysore has several interesting places to visit both inside the city and nearby. The city is also known for the Yoga, Ayurveda and as a major trading center of Silk, Sandalwood & incense.
Dusshera in Mysore ,is one of the most widely celebrated festival. It is also the official State festival of Karnataka. It was started off in the 15th century during the rule of Vijayanagram kings but even today the entire Mysore comes together to celebrate the festivities.
Mysore Desshera is a celebration in honour of Goddess Chamundeshwari devi, which symbolizes the victory of good over evil. The festival terminates on the tenth day with a grand procession that begins from the illuminated Mysore palace attracting thousands of devotees and tourists alike. The grand elephant procession during Desshera celebrations is an unparallelled sight. On this occasion the diamond studded royal throne is exclusively put on display.
Mysore Palace is located in the heart of city. Even the glimpse of the Palace before entrance is exciting. It used to be the residence of the royal Wodeyar family for about six hundred years and during this period several renovations and reconstruction were made in it. The architecture of the Palace is a unique blend of Hindu, Muslim and Gothic styles. The interior of the Palace is richly carved,beautifully decorated and intricate colourful.
Dusshera in Mysore ,is one of the most widely celebrated festival. It is also the official State festival of Karnataka. It was started off in the 15th century during the rule of Vijayanagram kings but even today the entire Mysore comes together to celebrate the festivities.
Mysore Desshera is a celebration in honour of Goddess Chamundeshwari devi, which symbolizes the victory of good over evil. The festival terminates on the tenth day with a grand procession that begins from the illuminated Mysore palace attracting thousands of devotees and tourists alike. The grand elephant procession during Desshera celebrations is an unparallelled sight. On this occasion the diamond studded royal throne is exclusively put on display.
Mysore Palace is located in the heart of city. Even the glimpse of the Palace before entrance is exciting. It used to be the residence of the royal Wodeyar family for about six hundred years and during this period several renovations and reconstruction were made in it. The architecture of the Palace is a unique blend of Hindu, Muslim and Gothic styles. The interior of the Palace is richly carved,beautifully decorated and intricate colourful.
The temple of Goddess Chamundeshwari Devi is located at the top of pictures Chamundeshwari hills which is about 13 km from Mysore. The place is enriched with natural beauty and green forest. Goddess Chamundeshwari is also the presiding deity of Mysore. The other important temples in Mysore are Shweta Varahswamy temple and Mahsabaleshwar temple.
Sprawling over a area of about 150 acres Brindavan Gardens, situated near Krishnaraja Sagar Reservoir is a unique sight in the entire south Indian region. The sunset is the best time to visit when you can enjoy the sight of beautiful fountains dancing to the tunes of music.
Next in the list was Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens, popularly known as Mysore Zoo, spread across 157 acres. It is a very well-managed zoo that houses a large collection of animals and wildlife species. The zoo is the abode to various animals, one can get to see elephants, giraffes, zebras, lions, tigers, rhinoceroses, zebras, hippopotamus, baboons and lots more. Green area and broad pathways make the ambiance excellent. It is a great place to visit with kids. Children’s park and boating point are the major attraction of this place in Mysore.
Next in the list was Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens, popularly known as Mysore Zoo, spread across 157 acres. It is a very well-managed zoo that houses a large collection of animals and wildlife species. The zoo is the abode to various animals, one can get to see elephants, giraffes, zebras, lions, tigers, rhinoceroses, zebras, hippopotamus, baboons and lots more. Green area and broad pathways make the ambiance excellent. It is a great place to visit with kids. Children’s park and boating point are the major attraction of this place in Mysore.
Karanji lake, Kukkaranahalli Lake, Regional Museum of Natural History, Melody World Wax Museum and Railway Museum are some other prominent attractions of Mysore.
You may also like to visit Srirangapatna, which is about 15 km from Mysore. The Rangnathaswamy temple in Srirangapatna, is one of Karnataka's most revered shrine. This ancient temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu was later modified and expanded by Vijayanagara kings and Wodeyars. This is a very old temple , now managed by the Archaeology department, Government of India
You may also like to visit Srirangapatna, which is about 15 km from Mysore. The Rangnathaswamy temple in Srirangapatna, is one of Karnataka's most revered shrine. This ancient temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu was later modified and expanded by Vijayanagara kings and Wodeyars. This is a very old temple , now managed by the Archaeology department, Government of India
Shivanasamudra Falls, located about 65 km east of Mysore is also a favourite destination of tourists. The falls are their best during the monsoon season i.e. from June to September.
Some of the photographs of the historic sites in Mysore are as follows-
Some of the photographs of the historic sites in Mysore are as follows-
