Mysore Zoo
Mysore Zoo The zoological gardens in Mysore were set up by Maharaja Chamaraja Wodeyar who is acclaimed as one of the architects of modern Mysore. The Zoological Garden was carved out of a portion of the Summer Palace also known as the Pleasure Palace, which was in the eastern part…
Tipu’s Death Place, Srirangapattana
SITE OF TIPPU’S DEATH In the fourth battle of Mysore, Tippu Sulthan who last his breath in this place. While fighting with the British in 1799, 4th May. The stone tablet erected standing. “Tippu Sultan body was found here”.
St. Philomina’s Church, Mysore
St. Philomena’s Church The St. Philomena’s Church in Mysore is one of the oldest churches in India. It is over 200 years old. Initially over 250 years ago. British officers and soldiers came and settled down in Mysore. The Maharaja Krishnaraja Wodeyar III realized the need for a Christian church…
Gosayi Ghat, Srirangapattana
Gosayi Ghat Here there is an ancient temple. A lot of films are being shot here because of its picturesque beauty. This is a very good picnic spot. It is one of the hot favorite spot of lovers!!!
Jaganmohan Palace – Jaganmohan Art Gallery
Jaganmohan Palace The Royal family lived in this palace till the main Mysore Palace was built. The coronation of Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV was held here in 1902, This Palace was built in 1861 and was initially an ornate wooden one and was being used by the Royal family when a…
Krishnaraja Sagar Dam, Kannambadi
Krishnaraja Sagar Dam The Krishnaraja Sagar reservoir across the legendary Cauvery River is round 18km north-west of Mysore. The Brindavan Gardens are located just a level below the dam.Often described as the best example of illuminated terrace gardens in the country, the idea was brainchild of Sir M.Visveshwaraiah and Sir…
Mysore Palace – Ambavilasa Aramane
Mysore Palace Mysore is a city of palaces, but the most magnificent of them all is the Mysore Palace It takes ninety seven thousand light bulbs to produce this enchanting image of the Palace. The Palace was hastily rebuilt with wood and mud, in a Hindu style. The Royal family…
Bandipur National Park
Bandipur National Park Bandipur National Park is regarded as one of the most beautiful and the better-managed national parks of India. Located amidst the picturesque surroundings of the towering Western Ghat Mountains on the Mysore-Ooty highway in Karnataka, Bandipur National Park covers an area of about 874.2 sq km. Together…
Chamundi Hills
Chamundi Hills The hill was earlier called Mahabaladri, after Mahabaleswara. This temple was a gift by the Vijayanagar King Vishnuvardhana in 1128 A.D. As one approaches the road towards the temple, there is a huge statue of monster Mahishasura. There is a small township on the hill. Standing as the…
Nanjangud Sreekanteshwara Temple
Nanjangud Nanjangud has been a major Shaiva centre for nearly a thousand years. The original Nanjundeshwaraa temple is said to be of Ganga period (325 – 1000 CE). This temple has then been renovated by the Hoysala kings. Both Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan had close associations with this temple….
