Parakala Mutt, Mysore

Name: Parakala Mutt
Address: Mysore, India

#12 among attractions in Mysore

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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. Sri Sri Sri Brahmatantra Swatantra Parakala Matha was first established by Sri Sri Sri Brahmatantra Swatantra Jeeyar, a disciple of Sri Vedanta Desika Swamin. ()

Coordinates: 12°18'26"N, 76°39'4"E

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Mysore India

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Parakala Mutt – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mysore Palace, Mysore Zoo, Devaraja Market, Mall of Mysore.

~1390 ftSE
Indo-Saracenic architecture with lights
Mysore Palace, Mysore
7 min walk • 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.
1.2 miE
Expansive place with exotic animals
Mysore Zoo, Mysore
32 min walk • 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...
~1370 ftN
View point, Flea market, Shopping
Devaraja Market, Mysore
7 min walk • 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...
1.1 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Mall of Mysore, Mysore
29 min walk • Mall of Mysore is a shopping mall which is one of the largest and the first of its kind in the Indian city of Mysore, Karnataka. It is located next to the Mysore Race Course with the Chamundi hills as a backdrop.
~170 ftS
Palace
Jaganmohan Palace, Mysore
1 min walk • 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.
1 miNE
Imposing cathedral in Neo-Gothic style
St. Philomena's Cathedral, Mysore
27 min walk • 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.
~1630 ftNE
City hall
C V Rangacharlu Memorial Hall, Mysore
8 min walk • 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.
0.8 miNW
Museum, Specialty museum
Railway Museum Mysore, Mysore
21 min walk • 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.
1.2 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Forum Centre City Mall, Mysore
32 min walk • Forum Centre City Mall is a shopping mall located in the South Indian city of Mysore, Karnataka. It is the largest in Mysuru. The mall is owned and operated by Bengaluru-based real estate giant Prestige Group and is located in the Nazarbad area of Mysore.
0.7 miW
Museum
Oriental Research Institute Mysore, Mysore
19 min walk • 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.
~1050 ftNE
12°18'32"N • 76°39'13"E
Garuda Mysore, Mysore
6 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Parakala Mutt?

Nearby attractions include Jaganmohan Palace, Mysore (1 min walk), Dufferin Clock Tower, Mysore (5 min walk), Devaraja Market, Mysore (7 min walk), Mysore Palace, Mysore (7 min walk).

How to get to Parakala Mutt by public transport?

The nearest stations to Parakala Mutt:

Bus

Mysore City Bus Station (5 min walk)
Mysore City (5 min walk)

Train

Mysore Junction (19 min walk)
Chamarajapuram (28 min walk)