Mysore, India

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Local name: मैसूर Population: 868.3 thous. (2019)Area: 50.97 mi²Elevation: 2523 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 12°18'33"N, 76°38'37"E
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Mysore Attractions - What to See and Explore

Mysore offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Mysore Palace, Mysore Zoo, Devaraja Market, Chamundeshwari Temple. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

  • mysore palace
    Indo-Saracenic architecture with lights

    Mysore Palace

    The Mysore Palace, also known as the Amba Vilas Palace, is a historical edifice and a celebrated landmark in the city of Mysore, India. An epitome of grandeur and opulence, the palace is a primary witness to the rich cultural heritage of the erstwhile kingdom of Mysore.

  • mysore zoo
    Expansive place with exotic animals

    Mysore Zoo

    Nestled in the heart of the city of Mysore, India, the Mysore Zoo, officially known as Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens, stands as a testament to the city's dedication to wildlife conservation and education. Founded in 1892 by the royal family, notably by Maharaja...

  • devaraja market mysore
    View point • Flea market • Shopping

    Devaraja Market

    Nestled in the heart of Mysore, the cultural capital of Karnataka, India, lies the vibrant Devaraja Market, an essential stop for tourists seeking an authentic Indian bazaar experience. This bustling marketplace, established during the reign of Chamaraja Wodeyar IX in...

  • chamundeshwari temple mysore
    Landmark Hindu temple with scenic views

    Chamundeshwari Temple

    The Chamundeshwari Temple is a Hindu temple located on the top of Chamundi Hills about 13 km from the palace city of Mysuru in the state of Karnataka in India.

  • kukkarahalli lake mysore
    Nature • Natural attraction • Lake

    Kukkarahalli lake

    Kukkarahalli Lake also called Kukkarhalli Kere, located in the heart of the Mysore city, adjoins the Manasgangotri, the Kalamandir and the Central Food Technological Research Institute campus. It provides lung-space to the city.

  • chamundi hills mysore
    Nature • Hill • Natural attraction

    Chamundi Hills

    The Chamundi Hills are located 13 km east of Mysore, Karnataka, India. The name comes from the Chamundeshwari Temple at the peak. The average elevation is 1,060 metres.

  • sand sculpture museum mysore
    Museum • Art museum

    Sand Sculpture Museum

    Mysore Sand Sculpture Museum is the first sand sculpture museum in India, located in Mysore, Karnataka. It was inaugurated in 2014, with 150 sand sculptures on display, on a one-acre land at the base of Chamundi Hills.

  • jaganmohan palace mysore
    Palace

    Jaganmohan Palace

    Jaganmohan Palace is a palace in the city of Mysore, India. Its construction was completed in 1861 and was initially used by the Wodeyars, kings of Mysore as their home. It is now used as an art gallery and a function hall. The palace is one of the seven palaces of the royal city of Mysore.

  • karanji kere mysore
    Nature • Natural attraction • Lake

    Karanji Kere

    Karanji Lake is a lake located in the city of Mysore in the state of Karnataka, India. The lake is surrounded by a nature park consisting of a butterfly park and a walk-through aviary. This aviary is the biggest 'walk-through aviary' in India.

  • parakala mutt mysore
    Monastery

    Parakala Mutt

    The Bramhatantra Swatantra Parakala Matha is a Vaishnava monastery established in Karnataka. It was the first medieval era monastery of the Vadakalai denomination within Vaishnavism tradition of Hindu society.

  • st philomenas cathedral mysore
    Imposing cathedral in Neo-Gothic style

    St. Philomena's Cathedral

    St. Philomena’s Cathedral is a Catholic church that is the cathedral of the Diocese of Mysore, India. The full name is the Cathedral of St. Joseph and St. Philomena. It is also known as St. Joseph's Cathedral.

  • c v rangacharlu memorial hall mysore
    City hall

    C V Rangacharlu Memorial Hall

    The Rangacharlu Memorial Hall, now known as Mysore Town Hall, or simply the Town Hall, was constructed in 1884 in memory of Diwan Sir C. V. Rungacharlu, the first diwan of Mysore post-restoration of monarchy in the Kingdom of Mysore in 1881.

  • railway museum mysore
    Museum • Specialty museum

    Railway Museum Mysore

    The Railway Museum at Mysore, India is an outdoor exhibit of vintage locomotives. The Railway Museum was established in 1979 by Indian Railways, the second such museum after the National Railway Museum in Delhi. The museum is opposite the Central Food Technology and Research Institute on Krishnaraja Sagar Road.

  • rajendra vilas mysore
    Palace

    Rajendra Vilas

    The Rajendra Vilas is a palace-hotel atop Chamundi Hills in Mysore, Karnataka, India. It is now closed and in a state of neglect and can only be visited with prior permission.

  • all india institute of speech and hearing mysore
    Universities and schools

    All India Institute of Speech and Hearing

    The All India Institute of Speech and Hearing, commonly known as AIISH, is located in Manasagangotri, Mysore, India. It is an autonomous institute under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The institute was established in 1966 with a focus on training professionals for speech and hearing sciences.

  • oriental research institute mysore
    Museum

    Oriental Research Institute Mysore

    Formerly known as the Oriental Library, the Oriental Research Institute at Mysore, India, is a research institute which collects, exhibits, edits, and publishes rare manuscripts written in various scripts like Devanagari, Brahmic, Nandinagari, Grantha, Malayalam, Tigalari, etc.

  • chittaranjan palace mysore
    Palace

    Chittaranjan Palace

    Chittaranjan Palace is a lesser-known palace at Mysore that was originally built for a princess of the Mysore royal family. It presently houses the "Green Hotel". It is a small hotel with 31 rooms and is eco-friendly. The profits from the hotel are given to charity.

  • brindavan gardens mysore
    Park

    Brindavan Gardens

    The Brindavan Gardens is a garden located 12 k.ms from the city of Mysore in the Mandya District of the Indian State of Karnataka. It lies adjoining the Krishnarajasagara Dam which is built across the river Kaveri. The work on laying out this garden was started in the year 1927 and completed in 1932.

  • cheluvamba mansion mysore
    Park

    Cheluvamba Mansion

    Cheluvamba Mansion is located in the city of Mysore, Karnataka. It was built by Maharaja Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV for the third princess of Mysore - Cheluvajammanni and it is similar to other mansions built by them which are spread over a large area surrounded by gardens.

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Sights, interesting and unusual places and attractions valued by most tourists. See the list of places to visit in Mysore.

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Mysore – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Mysore, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Chennakeshava Temple (Somanathapura), Ranganathaswamy Temple (Srirangapatna), Srikanteshwara Temple (Nanjangud).

  • chennakesava temple somnathapura16 milesE
    Historical place, Sacred and religious sites, Temple

    Chennakeshava Temple, Somanathapura

    The Chennakeshava Temple, a stunning example of Hoysala architecture, stands majestically in the quaint town of Somanathapura, India. This Hindu temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, is a hidden gem that dates back to the 13th century.

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    Temple, Hindu temple

    Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangapatna

    The Ranganthaswamy temple in Srirangapatna, in the Mandya district of Karnataka state, India, is dedicated to the Hindu god Ranganatha. It is one of the five important pilgrimage sites of Smartha -BaboorKamme & Sri Vaishnavism along the river Kaveri for devotees of Ranganatha.

  • srikanteshwara temple nanjangud14 milesS
    Sacred and religious sites, Temple

    Srikanteshwara Temple, Nanjangud

    The Nanjundeshwara Temple is an ancient temple in the Hindu pilgrimage town of Nanjanagudu in the Karnataka state, Southern India. It is known for the ancient temple of the god Nanjundeshwara. The Nanjundeshwara temple is located in the town on the right bank of river Kapila, a tributary of the Kaveri.

  • parshvanatha basadi shravanabelagola39 milesN
    Temple

    Parshvanatha basadi, Shravanabelagola

    Parshvanatha Basadi or Kamatha Parshvanatha Basadi is a Jain temple located on Chandragiri Hill in Shravanabelagola, a town in Karnataka, India.

  • gumbaz srirangapatna8.4 miNE
    Historical place, Memorial

    Gumbaz, Srirangapatna

    The Gumbaz at Srirangapattana is a Muslim mausoleum at the centre of a landscaped garden, holding the graves of Tippu Sultan, his father Hyder Ali, and his mother Fakhr-Un-Nisa. It was built by Tippu Sultan to house the graves of his parents.

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Best Time To Visit Mysore

Learn when is the best time to travel to Mysore weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

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May is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in June.

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The highest air temperature is in February, March, April, May, June, September and October.

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in January and February. Most of it rains in October.

Length of day in hours

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The length of the day varies only slightly throughout the year. The difference between the longest and the shortest day is 1 hr and 26 min.

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What are the top attractions to visit in Mysore?

The top attractions to visit in Mysore are:

What is the best time to visit Mysore?

May is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in June. The highest air temperature is in February, March, April, May, June, September and October.

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