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Mysore
The royal city, known for its various trysts with different dynasties. A curious mix of tradition and modernity, Mysore is an upcoming IT and industry hub in the midst of grand architecture and its long standing cultural heritage.

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Mysore is fabled to have been come into existence after the goddess Chamundi slayed the vicious demon, Mahishasura. The famed home to Tipu Sultan, Mysore is a city replete with royalty and regalia. Largely governed, and efficiently so, by the Wodeyar dynasty, it also saw rulers in Hyder Ali and his son, Tipu Sultan. The rule of these dynasties is visible today in the various architectures and ornate temples around the city. Tourists must visit the Mysore City Palace, especially during the night to see its twinkling lights. The festival of Dussehra is celebrated with unique grandeur and excitement, with processions of decorated elephants, horses and camels. Mysore is popular for its unique style of painting, that uses plaster of Paris and the beautiful silk sarees. Mysore is an inspired mosaic of ornate palaces, gardens, boulevards and markets, the legacy left by the Wodeyar kings. So rich is this legacy that it inspired the works of Kannadas greatest writers, from Kuvempu to UR Ananthamurthy and Englishs most durable one, RK Narayan. From the Clock Tower to the station to schoolboys with satchels gawking at the big cats in Mysore Zoo, everywhere you will see the magic of Malgudi come alive. For Malgudi, too, was made in Mysore.

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1 Brindavan Gardens

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Brindavan Gardens, Krishnaraja Sagara, Mandya, Karnataka, 571401, India

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Located about 19 km away from the Mysore city center, it is one of the most visited places in Mysore by locals and

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tourists. The garden, built by Sir Mirza Ismail, has a botanical park, with boat rides in the lake, as well as fountains. The highlight of the garden is its symmetric design and beautifully laid out terrace gardens, studded with topiaries, pergolas and gazebos. However, the illuminated dancing fountains in the northern side of the garden steals the show. A beautifully orchestrated show involving harmonious coupling of water with colourful lights and music, the fountain comes to life after sunset.  Lasers are installed along with the lights to make the show more dramatic. 

Mysore Palace, Sayyaji Rao Road, Karnataka, 570001, India

Srirangapatna
Srirangapatna, Mandya, Mysore, Karnataka, 571401, India

These beautiful gardens are laid out below the Krishnaraja Sagar Dam (known as Kannambadi to the locals), built across the river Cauvery, which itself is a superb example of excellent engineering and is a major tourist attraction. It was built by Sir M. Vishweshwariah in 1924.  There is a huge sprawling fruit orchard and horticultural farms adjoining the gardens. The best time to visit the gardens is after sunset, when all the fountains come to life and dance with joy to the accompanying music. 

At a distance of 14 km from the city, Srirangapatna is a historic, religious and cultural hub, situated on the BangaloreMysore Highway. The whole town is surrounded by the Kaveri river, forming a small river-island. The erstwhile capital of Mysore during the reign of Hyder Ali and his son Tipu Sultan, Srirangapatna houses a plethora of tourist attractions including a fort, Daria Daulat Bagh (Summer Palace), a museum showcasing paintings, sketches and coins, Masjid-E-Ala or Jamia Masjid (built by Tipu Sultan), Balmuri falls, Gumbaz (Mausoleum of Tipu Sultan), Colonel Baileys Dungeon and many famous temples. But the most important of them all is the 9th century Ranganathaswamy Temple, dedicated to Lord Ranganatha, an incarnation of Vishnu. This is why Srirangapatna is also a major Vaishnavaite center. The famous Battle of Seringapatnam in 1799, took place on these very grounds, where Tipu Sultan was killed (betrayed by his own confidante) during the battle against the combined army of the British and the Nizam of Hyderabad. The place where he

took his last breath is marked by a memorial. After his death, the victorious army had barged into his palace and ravaged it. Most of the treasures and even his personal belongings were taken back to England, and today, can be seen displayed in the Royal collection of Victoria and Albert Museum. Though later, some of his stuff was auctioned and bought back to India by bigwigs and connoisseurs. Vijay Mallya has acquired the sword of Tipu Sultan. The Rangantittu Bird Sanctuary teeming with wildlife and the Sivanasamudra waterfalls (the second largest waterfall in the country) lie quite close to the city. Even though this place can be reached in around an hour from Mysore and can be explored within a day, it still has a few accommodation options which are not excessively luxurious, though they are clean, hygienic and provide all the basic facilities.

the royal coaches, which belonged to the Maharaja of Mysore. They will give you an idea about the grand fashion in which the royalty travelled. Check out the pair of royal carriages also donated by the Maharaja. There is also the Maharani's saloon carriage, which has a dining car unit, a royal toilet and a kitchen that dates as far back as 1899. A main attraction among children is the battery operated mini train that takes you on a ride around the grounds of the museum.

St Philomena's Cathedral
St Philomenas Cathedral, Ashoka Road, Mysore, Karnataka, 570001, India

Railway Museum
Railway Museum, Krishnaraja Sagar Road, Near Mysore railway station, Mysore, Karnataka, 570001, India

Built in 1956, its architecture is inspired from the Germany's Cologne Cathedral. Designed by Daly, a Frenchman, the floor plan has been built in a form of a cross. The main hall is huge enough to hold 800 people and has beautiful stained glass windows, depicting scenes from the Last Supper, the Crucifixion and Resurrection of Christ. The cathedral's crypt has the statue of St. Philomena, which is where the church got its name. St Philomena was a martyr and a Catholic saint of the Roman Catholic church. This ancient and majestic church is now not only a great pilgrimage site, but also a major tourist attraction. Daily masses are held in Kannada, Tamil and English. Every year on August 11th, an grand, annual feast is held

Mysore Palace

Established in 1979 by the Indian Railways, this is one of the earliest railway museums to be set up in India. The place has an amazing and informative collection of photographs and objects related to the development of the railways, with an outdoor display of locomotives. The main attraction of the museum is the display of

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here.

35/A, Bangalore-Nilgiri Road, Mysore, Karnataka, 570001, India +91-821-2521111, +91-99456-15420 Enjoy your favorite food in a jungle like setting at Pai Vista.

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smacking dishes from the Indian and Continental cuisine menu. The restaurant has a roof-top seating as well, so that you can enjoy the views of the palace and Chamundi Hill along with your meal. A truly must try restaurant, this place serves tasty dishes, especially North Indian ones, with a wide variety to choose from and sufficient quantity. A restaurant truly worth your time and money!

just INR 80. Also try the hearty breakfast platter of puris and vegetables which costs just INR 25. Apart from that, they also serve Gobi manchurian (must try), buttter paneer masala with melt in your mouth naans and paraths. And they have sizzlers on the menu as well.

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The Roost
Roost Restaurant, Hunsur Main Road, Hinkal, Mysore, Karnataka, 570017, India +91-821-2410077

Vinayaka Mylari, 769 Nazarbad Main Road, Mysore, Karnataka, 570010, India +91-99800-13292 An unpretentious eatery with a limited menu, that is sure to appeal to your taste budds, this restaurant makes for an ideal place for a traditional Mysore breakfast of idlis, vadas, bondas and paper dosas. The Dosas here are truly phenomenal as they are as soft as butter and melt in your mouth, unlike the cripy fares offered in other restaurants. You must try the Sagoo stuffed dosa served with chutney. This place is so popular that people have to line up to get a meal here, but the wait is really worth it. Even the soft Mysore-style idlis are in high demand. What's more, the food is available at dirt cheap prices! A total win-win restaurant.

Om Shanthi

Located away from the hustle bustle of the city, this restaurant is at a distance of 40 km from Mysore and takes about an hour to reach, but the food totally makes up for the distance travelled. A spacious restaurant, it has a well-stocked bar and serves delicious Indian, Chinese and Continental food. The menu is extensive and caters to all kinds of taste buds, where you can request to adjust the level of chilli according to your preferences.

Dynasty Restaurant
No.2716, Opp Mysore Palace, Sri Harsha Road, Mysore, Karnataka, 570001, India +91-821-2420424

No.73/1, Siddharta Hotel, Near Harding Circle, Guest House Road, Nazarbad, Mysore, Karnataka, 570010, India +91-821-2522999 This restaurant, true to its name, is a pure vegetarian restaurant. Centrally located, it is close to the Mysore Palace and serves tasty food at reasonable prices. This one's highly recommended for a good breakfast (tiffin, as they call it) and special South Indian thali which truly lives up to its name and costs

Pai Vista

Indulge yourself in the luxury of plush interiors, dull lighting and the comfortable sofa seating, while being served lip-

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A: Brindavan Gardens B: Mysore Palace C: Srirangapatna D: Railway Museum E: St Philomena's Cathedral

Food
F: Vinayaka Mylari G: Pai Vista H: The Roost I: Dynasty Restaurant J: Om Shanthi