About Place
Mysore (or Mysuru), a city in India's southwestern Karnataka state, was the capital of the Kingdom of Mysore from 1399 to 1947. In its center is opulent Mysore Palace, seat of the former ruling Wodeyar dynasty. The palace blends Hindu, Islamic, Gothic and Rajput styles. Mysore is also home to the centuries-old Devaraja Market, filled with spices, silk and sandalwood.
Places To Visit
- St. Philomena's Church
- Mysore Palace
- National Rail Museum
- Chamundeshwari Temple
- Brindavan Gardens
- Colonel Bailey's Dungeon
- Folk Lore Museum
- Melody World Wax Museum
- Kukkarahalli Lake
- Mysore ZooGRS Fantasy Park
- Mysore Sand Sculpture Museum
- Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary
- Balmuri Edmuri Waterfalls
- Ranganathaswamy Temple
- Jaganmohan Palace
- Regional Museum Of Natural History
Activities
- Picnic At Thonnur Lake
- Trek To Chamundi Hills
- Visit St. Philomena's Church
- Visit Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens
- Visit Mysore Sand Sculpture Museum
- Explore Srirangapatna
- Royal Mysore Walks
- Fun At GRS Fantasy Park
- Fun At Karanji Lake
- Explore Melody World Wax Museum
- Half-Day Mysore Cycle Tour
Famous Food
- Masala Dosa
- Idli
- Vada
- Thalis
- Chicken Kebab
- Burger
- Chilly Fish
- Kebabs
- Biryani
- Dal Tadka
- Buddha Bowl
- Papaya Salad
- Paneer Butter Masala
- Andhra Thali
Things To Buy
- Fruits
- Fenugreek sprouts
- Mint leaves and spinach
- Fresh flowers
- Saris
- Stoles
- Ties
- Sandalwood statues
- Perfumes
- Sandalwood incense sticks
- Furniture with rosewood inlay work
Shopping Area
- Devaraja Market
- KSIC Mysore Silk
- Cauvery Handicrafts Emporium
Night Life
- Opium
- Purple Haze
- Pelican Pub
- The Road- Pub
- Khedda Lounge Bar
- Infinit Lounge Bar
- Alankar Bar
Mysore Details
Best Time To Visit
Monsoon Period
Important Contact
- Police Control Room:
- 100 / 080 22211803 / 22212164
- Ambulance Service:
- 102
- Tourist Center:
- 094235 68668
