Mysore, the Heritage City

Mysore (State: Karnataka), is located at a distance of 140 kms from Bangalore. For many centuries the city was under the control of Wodeyar Dynasty. (Click on the images for bigger view)

Mysore is well known for the festivities that take place during the period of Dasara. It is celebrated for 10 days every year and was introduced for the first time by King Raja Wodeyar I in 1610.

The city is known for its heritage buildings, palaces which are all around the city. The city can be rightly called "The Heritage City".

The main attractions are:

• Amba Vilas Palace
• Mysore Zoo
• Art Gallery
• Railway Museum
• Chamundi Hills
• St. Philomena's Church
• Brindavan Gardens
• Lalith Mahal

Nearby Tourist Attractions are:

• Somnathpur
• Ganjam
• Srirangapattinam

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