If you want to visit a city that has a grand palace, unique temples, a grand garden and a vintage feel to it, you are at the right place You will find all this in Mysore. Mysore, famous for its traditional painting, silk and sandalwood products, has its own charm. In Mysore you can roam around the famous fort and colorful market of the city. At places in the city you will find forts and old palaces that are still lit up. Here we are giving you information about 7 such major attractions of Mysore, which along with Mysore, cause pride of the country.
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The Taj Mahal is one of the most famous monuments in India, the other being the Mysore Palace in Karnataka. The Mysore Palace is one of the most magnificent architectural buildings in the country. Mysore Palace is also known as Amba Vilas Palace. The Mysore Palace was formerly the royal family’s palace and is now their official residence. The Mysore Palace built in 1912 for the 24th ruler of the Wodeyar dynasty is counted among the largest palaces in the country. In the Palace you can see glimpses of Indo-Saracenic architecture. Ambawilsa, Durbar Hall and Royal Howrah are some of the important places to visit here. Here you can come to visit between 10 am and 5:30 pm.
Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens in Mysore
Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens, also known as Mysore Zoo, is one of the best zoological gardens in India. Maharaja Chamaraja Wodeyar established this zoo in 1892 for the royals. Moreover, after the attainment of independence, it was handed over to the Department of Parks and Gardens of the State Government. Many school and college students visit this place from time to time, due to which this place also remains a popular educational tour. From big to small cats, aquatic to terrestrial birds and primates to reptiles, 168 species are present here. Here you can come to visit between 8:30 am and 5:30 pm.
Brindavan Gardens in Mysore. The Brindavan Gardens in Mysore
Brindavan Gardens is located just one level below the Krishna Raja Sagar Dam. Spread over 60 acres, Vrindavan Gardens is located at a distance of 21 km from Mysore Built on the Cauvery, the project took nearly five years to complete. The garden is beautifully decorated with fountain shows, boating and colorful flowers. The Vrindavan Gardens built in 1932 by Sir Mirza Ismail, the Diwan of Mysore, is visited by millions of tourists every year. If you want to come to this garden, then it will be good for you to come here for a walk in the evening, during which a music fountain show is held here.
Jaganmohan Palace in Mysore
A historical architectural gem, Jaganmohan Palace is located in the royal capital of Mysore. It was the Wodeyars of Mysore’s temporary home while their main house, the Amba Vilas Palace, was being repaired following a fireIt was used by the Wodeyars of Mysore when their main residence Amba Vilas Palace was being repaired after a fire incident. The Jaganmohan Palace Art Gallery and Auditorium is located within the Jaganmohan Palace which was established in 1861. The gallery has one of the largest collections of artefacts in southern India making it one of the important tourist destinations in Mysore. The gallery has more than 2,000 paintings depicting different styles of painting, including Shantiniketan and some Mysore style paintings.
St Philomena’s Church in Mysore
With a history of more than 200 years, St. Philomena’s Church is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Mysore. Not only in Mysore but this church is a famous tourist spot in the entire state of Karnataka. Recognized as the second highest church in Asia, St. Philomena’s Church was built to pay homage to the Catholic saint and martyr St. Philomena. It was initially built as a small church, then rebuilt by Maharaja Krishnaraja Wodeyar. This church looks even more beautiful in the evening, its neo-Gothic style attracts people very much.
