Mysore is known as the City of Palaces in Karnataka is known for its grand palatial buildings, but magnificent architecture is just one part of this ancient city’s charms.
There are museums, expansive gardens, mythology and history. Renowned across the world for its gorgeous silk sarees, do not forget to treat your sweet tooth to some mouthwatering Mysore Pak on your next trip.
Best time to Visit
Throughout the year. However, October to March is the most pleasant to explore the city of Mysore.
How to Reach ?
Mysore city has its own domestic airport that is well connected to the metropolitan cities of New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, and Kolkata.
Travelers can deboard at the Mysore Railway Station which is located in the city centre.
Mysore has very good road connectivity with the nearby cities of Bangalore, Chennai, Madurai, Coimbatore, and so on.
Attractions
- Mysore Palace,
- Somnathpur, Brindavan Gardens,
- Mysore Zoo,
- Chamundeshwari Temple,
- Karanji Lake,
- St. Philomena’s Church,
- GRS Fantasy Park.
Average Temperature: 25-degree celsius
Food to try !
The cuisine of Mysore has a distinct influence of Udipi cuisine on its dishes. One of the most famous items here is the traditional sweet, Mysore Pak. Other than this, Mysore’s platter is brimming with authentic, traditional and local cuisines. These include Idli, Dosa, Shavige Bath, Pongal, Chutneys and Pickles, Vangi Baath (rice with Brinjal curry), Bisi bele bath (a spicy preparation of rice) as well as a number of sweets such as Payasam, Jalebi, Rave Unde, Ladoo and more. Indian filter coffee and Adike (Areca nut) with Betel leaf are also popular items.
What to Buy ?
Shopping in Mysore is a fantastic experience. Rich tradition of handloom and handicrafts, colorful local bazaars and warm-hearted people would make your shopping in Mysore a treasured memory. The most popular item for shopping in Mysore is the silk saris, Sandal woodcrafts and Mysore paintings. Numerous exclusive private shops dot around the Devaraja Market that skirts the main Sayyaji Rao road. Also pay a visit to the Government Silk Weaving Factory and the Government Sandal Oil Factory.
Mysore is one of the most popular tourist destinations in southern India. In fact, some of the most popular Mysore tourist places are not only of significance in the city but also in the country. The city is indeed a haven for tourists of all kinds.