Places to visit in Mysore

                                 Places To Visit In Mysore

 1.Mysore Palace





It is one of the largest palaces in India and the present structure was re-built in 1912 after the original wooden palace was burnt in a fire accident. A portion of the palace is still used by the royal family as their residence.

Interiors of the Mysore Palace are well known for their grand architecture. It includes a mix of traditional Mysuru carvings along with European extravagant designs. Also known as Amba Vilas Palace, this large palace has three entrances – the East Gate, the South Gate and the West Entrance, all of which is open for the visitors. As aforementioned, the interiors of this palace will dazzle you with their designs. One can view the chandeliers with stained Belgian glass on the ceiling, arranged in peacock designs and a glorious jewel-studded golden throne made with over 200 KG gold!

Mysore Palace receives, on average, 6 million tourist footfalls; making it the second most visited monument in India (after Taj Mahal). And the tourist footfalls significantly increase during the glamorous Mysore Dussehra event. On Sundays and other public holidays (including the Mysore Dussehra) the Palace is lit up at night and it is a sight to behold. Apart from this there is a special light and sound show organized within the palace which is also a must watch.

2. Brindavan Gardens

Brindavan Gardens are one of the most intricately-designed green areas in the city. This marvelously designed garden is situated below the Krishnaraja Dam. The gardens took five years to complete and its design is based on the looks of the Shalimar Gardens of Kashmir. It is enriched with fountains, terraces, cascading water channels, lush green lawns and seasonal flowers throughout the year. The musical fountains are one of the prime attractions of this beautiful garden. Apart from this, tourists can boat along the southern and northern park ponds.

3.Sri Chamundeshwari temple


Located on the top of the peak this is not only a sacred place but also caters to the 360-degree view of the city and one of the famous places to visit in Mysore. Homing the deity of Goddess Durga, devotees from all over the map come here to seek her blessings.

The structure of the temple is adorned with intriguing pillars and the walls are carved with the sayings. Build back at the time of Maharaja’s this place is of utmost importance and is one of the most revered places to visit near Mysore. Temple opens from 7:30 am to 9:00 pm. 


4. KRS Dam


Krishna Raja Sagara dam and the Mysore palace is what this city of palaces is best known for. Built in 1924, this is one of the major tourist place near Mysore. Almost all the tourist that make it to the palace in Mysore, visit the KRS dam and refresh in its soothing atmosphere.

The Dam also holds the honour of being the first irrigation dam in India. The back waters of Krishna Raja Sagara dam is also accounted to be one of the most beautiful tourist spots around Mysore.





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