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Jayachamarajendra Art Gallery

India /Karnataka /Mysore /Chamrajpura

Jayachamarajendra Art Gallery is situated at the Jaganmohan Palace. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

The Jayachamarajendra Art Gallery in Mysore is considered one of the best art galleries in South India because of its excellent collection of paintings and artifacts that once belonged to the Wodeyars of Mysore. The three-storied Jaganmohan Palace was converted into this art gallery in 1875. The Jayachamarajendra art gallery has a remarkable collection of Rembrandt paintings. This collection is so unique that such works of Rembrandt can be found nowhere in the world except in Russia. The western collection section of the museum has works by master like P.P. Ruben, Titan, A. Caddy and miniature paintings by Gunoy. The gallery also has the rare and valuable art collection made by Col. Scott, a British Army Officer, who served in the British Army that fought against Tippu Sultan. But this collection was shifted to Srirangapatna in 1950. The gallery also boasts of a collection of Gravure prints by Britsih Army officers showing details of the Mysore wars against HyderAli and Tipu Sultan. One hall has exclusively been used to display the exquisite works of the famous Kerala prince -painter, Raja Ravi Varma. His paintings depict various incidents from the epics and these paintings attract a huge number of visitors to the Art Gallery.

Jayachamarajendra Art Gallery In Mysore

Jayachamarajendra Art Gallery In Mysore

HistoryEdit

Sri Jayachamarajendra Art Gallery is one of the best art galleries in South India. In the year 1915 the Jaganmohan Palace was converted into an art gallery. It was renamed as Sri Jayachamarajendra Art Gallery in 1955 after the last king of Mysore, Sri Jaya Chamarajendra Wodeyar Bahadur. It contains among other priceless treasures a spectacular collection of artifacts and paintings that were once a part of the royal family of Mysore. The art gallery has more than 2000 invaluable paintings on display that depict different styles of painting like those from Mysore, Shantiniketan, Mughal period and Western countries.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

8.30 AM to 5.30 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2 to 3 hours.

Ticket Required : Yes Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : Rs.20.00

Kids Rs. : Rs 10.00.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

  • US Pizza ;  Mysore, Karnataka, India. ; Ph/M –  N.A. ; Food Serve –  N.A.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Mysore is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist can reach to Mysore by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

Bus : There is an excellent bus service provided by Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation. Vanities of tourist buses are available from Bangalore to Mysore and fare is about Rs 4 to 5 per km.

Train : Mysore railway station is connected to Bangalore, which is 140 km away. Bangalore is well connected to all the other cities in India. Direct trains are also available from Mumbai (Ajmer Ex), Delhi (Swarna Jayanti Ex), Kolkata (Howrah-Mysore Ex) and many other cities from all parts of the country. Mysore railway station- 0821-2521751.

Air : Mysore has a small domestic airport which is connected only to Bangalore. Bangalore is also the nearest international airport which is at a distance of 140 km away from Mysore. There are regular flights to Bangalore from all the major cities in India. Bangalore is connected to many international cities as well. Taxi services are available from Bangalore to Mysore which costs about Rs 4,000 for a round trip. Mandakalli Airport (Mysore Airport): 0821 259 6802.

Others : Tongas are horse driven carts that are also means of transport in Mysore. They will take you around the city but at slow and steady pace. If you want a close look at the city and catch some rare sights that you would not otherwise see then you could try this mode of transport.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100.
  • Fire : 101.
  • Ambulance :102.

Gallery

View All Sight of Mysore… Click Here

Mysore Maharajah’s Palace (Amba Vilas)

Brindavan Garden, Mysore

Railway Museum Mysore

Jain Temple Shravana Belgola

India /Karnataka /Mysore /Mysore

Shravanabelagola is an important Jain pilgrimage center situated on top of the Indragiri hills. Shravanabelagola is about 84 km from Mysore. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Shravanabelagola is an important Jain pilgrimage center situated on top of the Indragiri hills. The hill has 14 basadis or temples and many Jain monasteries. The most famous basadi is the Chavundaraya basadi that was built in 982 AD. The beautifully carved pillar called the Tyagada Brahma Pillar is also found here. The floral designs on this pillar are exceptional. The most important tourist attraction here is the enormous statue of Bahubali or Gommateshwara. He was a King who renounced his kingdom and spent the rest of his life meditating till he attained Nirvana. The naked statue of Gommateshwara is 58 feet high and 26 feet wide and has 10 feet long feet. The statue was carved out of the black granite of the hill and is a picture of serenity and composure. Thousands of devotees gather here once in 12 years to perform the Mahamastakabhisheka or sacred anointment, which is a grand and extravagant ceremony. Hundreds of pots of curd, milk, honey vermilion, coconut water, turmeric paste and even gold and precious jewels are poured over the statue’s head by the priests.

Jain Temple Shravanabelagola

Jain Temple Shravanabelagola

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

6.00 a.m. to 8.00 p.m.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Mysore is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist can reach to Mysore by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

Bus : There is an excellent bus service provided by Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation. Vanities of tourist buses are available from Bangalore to Mysore and fare is about Rs 4 to 5 per km.

Train : Mysore railway station is connected to Bangalore, which is 140 km away. Bangalore is well connected to all the other cities in India. Direct trains are also available from Mumbai (Ajmer Ex), Delhi (Swarna Jayanti Ex), Kolkata (Howrah-Mysore Ex) and many other cities from all parts of the country. Mysore railway station- 0821-2521751.

Air : Mysore has a small domestic airport which is connected only to Bangalore. Bangalore is also the nearest international airport which is at a distance of 140 km away from Mysore. There are regular flights to Bangalore from all the major cities in India. Bangalore is connected to many international cities as well. Taxi services are available from Bangalore to Mysore which costs about Rs 4,000 for a round trip. Mandakalli Airport (Mysore Airport): 0821 259 6802.

Others : Tongas are horse driven carts that are also means of transport in Mysore. They will take you around the city but at slow and steady pace. If you want a close look at the city and catch some rare sights that you would not otherwise see then you could try this mode of transport.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100.
  • Fire : 101.
  • Ambulance :102.

Gallery

View All Sight of Mysore… Click Here

Mysore Maharajah’s Palace (Amba Vilas)

Brindavan Garden, Mysore

Railway Museum Mysore

Srikanteshwara Temple

India /Karnataka /Mysore /Mysore

Srikanteshwara Temple is situated at 29 km from the Mysore city. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Lord Srikanteshwara Temple, Nanjangud is a good place to simply find oneself immersed in the mystical presence of the Almighty. Of utter significance is the architecture at large and the miniature varieties of architectural styles typical of the South Indian style of temples. The temple is dedicated to the Lord who drank the poison out of the “samudra manthan” to save the human race from the catastrophes that were to fall on them otherwise.

Srikanteshwara Temple, Mysore

Srikanteshwara Temple, Mysore

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

6:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
4:00 PM – 8:30 PM.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Mysore is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist can reach to Mysore by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

Bus : There is an excellent bus service provided by Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation. Vanities of tourist buses are available from Bangalore to Mysore and fare is about Rs 4 to 5 per km.

Train : Mysore railway station is connected to Bangalore, which is 140 km away. Bangalore is well connected to all the other cities in India. Direct trains are also available from Mumbai (Ajmer Ex), Delhi (Swarna Jayanti Ex), Kolkata (Howrah-Mysore Ex) and many other cities from all parts of the country. Mysore railway station- 0821-2521751.

Air : Mysore has a small domestic airport which is connected only to Bangalore. Bangalore is also the nearest international airport which is at a distance of 140 km away from Mysore. There are regular flights to Bangalore from all the major cities in India. Bangalore is connected to many international cities as well. Taxi services are available from Bangalore to Mysore which costs about Rs 4,000 for a round trip. Mandakalli Airport (Mysore Airport): 0821 259 6802.

Others : Tongas are horse driven carts that are also means of transport in Mysore. They will take you around the city but at slow and steady pace. If you want a close look at the city and catch some rare sights that you would not otherwise see then you could try this mode of transport.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100.
  • Fire : 101.
  • Ambulance :102.

Gallery

View All Sight of Mysore… Click Here

Mysore Maharajah’s Palace (Amba Vilas)

Brindavan Garden, Mysore

Railway Museum Mysore

Somnathpur Temples

India /Karnataka /Mysore /Mysore

Somnathpur Temple is situated at 137 Kms from Bangalore & 35 Kms from Mysore. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

The Somnathpur Temples stands on a raised platform like other Hoysala temples. Somnatha, a general of King Narasimha III. It has three wonderfully carved peaks with a common Mandapam. The three sanctums once housed beautifully carved idols of Kesava, Janardhana and Venugopala. Today, the idol of Lord Kesava is missing but the other two are still worshipped by the visitors. Somnathpur temple is designed as a mini cosmos with scenes carved on the walls including Gods, Goddesses, dancing girls, musicians, gurus and animals like elephants, lions, cows and monkeys. The most characteristic feature of this temple is its 16 different ceilings, each depicting a different stage of a blooming plantain (banana flower). Small and large pieces of finely carved stone chips are set in complicated patterns.

Somnathpur Temples, Mysore

Somnathpur Temples, Mysore

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

9.00 am to 5.30 pm

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours.

Ticket Required : Yes Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : INR 5

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : INR 10

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : INR 25.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Mysore is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist can reach to Mysore by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

Bus : There is an excellent bus service provided by Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation. Vanities of tourist buses are available from Bangalore to Mysore and fare is about Rs 4 to 5 per km.

Train : Mysore railway station is connected to Bangalore, which is 140 km away. Bangalore is well connected to all the other cities in India. Direct trains are also available from Mumbai (Ajmer Ex), Delhi (Swarna Jayanti Ex), Kolkata (Howrah-Mysore Ex) and many other cities from all parts of the country. Mysore railway station- 0821-2521751.

Air : Mysore has a small domestic airport which is connected only to Bangalore. Bangalore is also the nearest international airport which is at a distance of 140 km away from Mysore. There are regular flights to Bangalore from all the major cities in India. Bangalore is connected to many international cities as well. Taxi services are available from Bangalore to Mysore which costs about Rs 4,000 for a round trip. Mandakalli Airport (Mysore Airport): 0821 259 6802.

Others : Tongas are horse driven carts that are also means of transport in Mysore. They will take you around the city but at slow and steady pace. If you want a close look at the city and catch some rare sights that you would not otherwise see then you could try this mode of transport.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100.
  • Fire : 101.
  • Ambulance :102.

Gallery

View All Sight of Mysore… Click Here

Mysore Maharajah’s Palace (Amba Vilas)

Brindavan Garden, Mysore

Railway Museum Mysore

Lingabudi Lake

India /Karnataka /Mysore /Mysore

Lingabudi Lake is situated at 8 km from the Mysore. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Lingabudi Lake, also known as Lingambudi Lake, is a beautiful water body situated in Srirampura. Not many are aware of the fact that this water body is among the largest and oldest lakes in Mysore. Making this place even more attractive is the lush greenery surrounding it. A vast variety of avifauna can be spotted near the lake, such as White Ibis, Kingfisher, River Tern, Little Cormorant, Spoonbill, Open Bill Stork and many more. Every year, more than 250 species of migratory birds visit this lake. Adding to the rich biodiversity of this place is an array of flowering plants like marigold, rose and hibiscus, to name a few. This lake spans over an area of about 3 acres and has fencing along the periphery. There is a walkway adjoining the lake, which provides an opportunity to enjoy nature walk. Stone benches have also been set up so that visitors can sit and admire the picturesque view of this beautiful lake.

Lingabudi Lake, Mysore

Lingabudi Lake, Mysore

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

6 AM to 6 PM.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

  • Fishland Restaurant ;  Ring Road, Ring Road, Opposite Bharath Cancer Hospital, Hebbal, Mysore, Karnataka, India ; Ph/M –  91-9986101179 ; Food Serve –  N.A.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Mysore is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist can reach to Mysore by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

Bus : There is an excellent bus service provided by Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation. Vanities of tourist buses are available from Bangalore to Mysore and fare is about Rs 4 to 5 per km.

Train : Mysore railway station is connected to Bangalore, which is 140 km away. Bangalore is well connected to all the other cities in India. Direct trains are also available from Mumbai (Ajmer Ex), Delhi (Swarna Jayanti Ex), Kolkata (Howrah-Mysore Ex) and many other cities from all parts of the country. Mysore railway station- 0821-2521751.

Air : Mysore has a small domestic airport which is connected only to Bangalore. Bangalore is also the nearest international airport which is at a distance of 140 km away from Mysore. There are regular flights to Bangalore from all the major cities in India. Bangalore is connected to many international cities as well. Taxi services are available from Bangalore to Mysore which costs about Rs 4,000 for a round trip. Mandakalli Airport (Mysore Airport): 0821 259 6802.

Others : Tongas are horse driven carts that are also means of transport in Mysore. They will take you around the city but at slow and steady pace. If you want a close look at the city and catch some rare sights that you would not otherwise see then you could try this mode of transport.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100.
  • Fire : 101.
  • Ambulance :102.

Gallery

View All Sight of Mysore… Click Here

Mysore Maharajah’s Palace (Amba Vilas)

Brindavan Garden, Mysore

Railway Museum Mysore

Rajkamal Theatre

India /Karnataka /Mysore /Mysore

Rajkamal Theatre is situated at Shivarampet in Mysore. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Rajkamal Theatre is one of the largest theatres in the city and has been screening films from several decades. It is a single-screen theatre and screens Hindi, English, Tamil and Telugu movies. The lobby also showcases mementos from various film production companies, and has a food and beverage counter. The theatre has comfortable cushioned seating with ample leg space and is divided into balcony, first class and second class areas. Movies are screened on the 70 MM screen with Digital Dolby surround sound support.

Rajkamal Theatre, Mysore

Rajkamal Theatre, Mysore

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Mysore is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist can reach to Mysore by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

Bus : There is an excellent bus service provided by Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation. Vanities of tourist buses are available from Bangalore to Mysore and fare is about Rs 4 to 5 per km.

Train : Mysore railway station is connected to Bangalore, which is 140 km away. Bangalore is well connected to all the other cities in India. Direct trains are also available from Mumbai (Ajmer Ex), Delhi (Swarna Jayanti Ex), Kolkata (Howrah-Mysore Ex) and many other cities from all parts of the country. Mysore railway station- 0821-2521751.

Air : Mysore has a small domestic airport which is connected only to Bangalore. Bangalore is also the nearest international airport which is at a distance of 140 km away from Mysore. There are regular flights to Bangalore from all the major cities in India. Bangalore is connected to many international cities as well. Taxi services are available from Bangalore to Mysore which costs about Rs 4,000 for a round trip. Mandakalli Airport (Mysore Airport): 0821 259 6802.

Others : Tongas are horse driven carts that are also means of transport in Mysore. They will take you around the city but at slow and steady pace. If you want a close look at the city and catch some rare sights that you would not otherwise see then you could try this mode of transport.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100.
  • Fire : 101.
  • Ambulance :102.

Gallery

View All Sight of Mysore… Click Here

Mysore Maharajah’s Palace (Amba Vilas)

Brindavan Garden, Mysore

Railway Museum Mysore

Jayalakshmi Vilas Complex Museum

India /Karnataka /Mysore /Mysore

Jayalakshmi Vilas Complex Museum is situated at Mysore University Campus, Mysore, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

The Jayalakshmi Vilas palace in Mysore is classified as a heritage structure by the Karnataka government. It is located in Manasagangothri, part of the University of Mysore. It is built on a hillock on the west side of the Kukkarahalli Lake. The palace is a three-wing structure that features a sequence of twin Corinthian and Ionic columns. Built with brick, mortar, timber and iron, the palace has 125 rooms, 300 windows, 287 exquisitely carved doors and is spread across 6 acres. The interior is furbished in Indian styles.

Jayalakshmi Vilas Complex Museum, Mysore

Jayalakshmi Vilas Complex Museum, Mysore

HistoryEdit

The Jayalakshmi Vilas Mansion was built in 1905, during the reign of Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV, for his sister, the Princess Jayalakshmi Ammani. She was married to the then Dewan of Mysore State, Kantharaj Urs, and the mansion is a testament to their exalted status. Spread over six acres, the mansion has 125 rooms, 300 windows and 287 exquisitely carved doors. Only a part of this is open to visitors, however, and these portions are now used as a museum.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

10 am to 1 pm, and 3 pm to 5 pm.

Closed OnEdit

Mondays

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2 to 3 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

  • Ramya Drive In Restaurant ;  995/1, Radhakrishna Avenue, Mysore University, Mysore 570005, India ; Ph/M –  2424811 ; Food Serve –  N.A.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Mysore is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist can reach to Mysore by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

Bus : There is an excellent bus service provided by Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation. Vanities of tourist buses are available from Bangalore to Mysore and fare is about Rs 4 to 5 per km.

Train : Mysore railway station is connected to Bangalore, which is 140 km away. Bangalore is well connected to all the other cities in India. Direct trains are also available from Mumbai (Ajmer Ex), Delhi (Swarna Jayanti Ex), Kolkata (Howrah-Mysore Ex) and many other cities from all parts of the country. Mysore railway station- 0821-2521751.

Air : Mysore has a small domestic airport which is connected only to Bangalore. Bangalore is also the nearest international airport which is at a distance of 140 km away from Mysore. There are regular flights to Bangalore from all the major cities in India. Bangalore is connected to many international cities as well. Taxi services are available from Bangalore to Mysore which costs about Rs 4,000 for a round trip. Mandakalli Airport (Mysore Airport): 0821 259 6802.

Others : Tongas are horse driven carts that are also means of transport in Mysore. They will take you around the city but at slow and steady pace. If you want a close look at the city and catch some rare sights that you would not otherwise see then you could try this mode of transport.

Things to CarryEdit

Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100.
  • Fire : 101.
  • Ambulance :102.

Gallery

View All Sight of Mysore… Click Here

Mysore Maharajah’s Palace (Amba Vilas)

Brindavan Garden, Mysore

Railway Museum Mysore

Dufferin Clock Tower

India /Karnataka /Mysore /Mysore

Dufferin Clock Tower is situated at End Of Devaraja Market, Near KR Circle, Mysore, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Dufferin Clock Tower was commissioned in honor of the then British Viceroy of India, Lord Dufferin. He was the first Viceroy of the colonial India to pay a ceremonial and friendly state visit to the invitation of the Maharaja of Mysore Chamaraja Wodeyar X in 1886.

Dufferin Clock Tower, Mysore

Dufferin Clock Tower, Mysore

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

  • Hyderabadi Restaurant ;  Sayyaji Rao Road, Mysore, India ; Ph/M –  9108212491177 ; Food Serve –  N.A.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Mysore is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist can reach to Mysore by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

Bus : There is an excellent bus service provided by Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation. Vanities of tourist buses are available from Bangalore to Mysore and fare is about Rs 4 to 5 per km.

Train : Mysore railway station is connected to Bangalore, which is 140 km away. Bangalore is well connected to all the other cities in India. Direct trains are also available from Mumbai (Ajmer Ex), Delhi (Swarna Jayanti Ex), Kolkata (Howrah-Mysore Ex) and many other cities from all parts of the country. Mysore railway station- 0821-2521751.

Air : Mysore has a small domestic airport which is connected only to Bangalore. Bangalore is also the nearest international airport which is at a distance of 140 km away from Mysore. There are regular flights to Bangalore from all the major cities in India. Bangalore is connected to many international cities as well. Taxi services are available from Bangalore to Mysore which costs about Rs 4,000 for a round trip. Mandakalli Airport (Mysore Airport): 0821 259 6802.

Others : Tongas are horse driven carts that are also means of transport in Mysore. They will take you around the city but at slow and steady pace. If you want a close look at the city and catch some rare sights that you would not otherwise see then you could try this mode of transport.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100.
  • Fire : 101.
  • Ambulance :102.

Gallery

View All Sight of Mysore… Click Here

Mysore Maharajah’s Palace (Amba Vilas)

Brindavan Garden, Mysore

Railway Museum Mysore

Rangacharlu Memorial Hall

India /Karnataka /Mysore /Mysore

Rangacharlu Memorial Hall is situated at the center of the city, Mysore. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Rangacharlu Memorial Hall housed the city improvement trust board and the municipal offices in the past. The architecture of the building has two distinct features, the pediment with an intricately carved figurine of goddess laxmi with elephants on both sides and the four pairs of Corinthian columns. Rangacharlu Memorial Hall presently serves as the town hall of Mysore City and is used for various cultural activities.

Rangacharlu Memorial Hall, Mysore

Rangacharlu Memorial Hall, Mysore

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

  • Coastal Garden Restaurant ;  KRS Main Road, Opposite To Falcon Tyres, Metagalli, Mysore 570016, India ; Ph/M –  2581833 ; Food Serve –  N.A.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Mysore is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist can reach to Mysore by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

Bus : There is an excellent bus service provided by Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation. Vanities of tourist buses are available from Bangalore to Mysore and fare is about Rs 4 to 5 per km.

Train : Mysore railway station is connected to Bangalore, which is 140 km away. Bangalore is well connected to all the other cities in India. Direct trains are also available from Mumbai (Ajmer Ex), Delhi (Swarna Jayanti Ex), Kolkata (Howrah-Mysore Ex) and many other cities from all parts of the country. Mysore railway station- 0821-2521751.

Air : Mysore has a small domestic airport which is connected only to Bangalore. Bangalore is also the nearest international airport which is at a distance of 140 km away from Mysore. There are regular flights to Bangalore from all the major cities in India. Bangalore is connected to many international cities as well. Taxi services are available from Bangalore to Mysore which costs about Rs 4,000 for a round trip. Mandakalli Airport (Mysore Airport): 0821 259 6802.

Others : Tongas are horse driven carts that are also means of transport in Mysore. They will take you around the city but at slow and steady pace. If you want a close look at the city and catch some rare sights that you would not otherwise see then you could try this mode of transport.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100.
  • Fire : 101.
  • Ambulance :102.

Gallery

View All Sight of Mysore… Click Here

Mysore Maharajah’s Palace (Amba Vilas)

Brindavan Garden, Mysore

Railway Museum Mysore

Trinesvara Swamy Temple

India /Karnataka /Mysore /Mysore

Trinesvara Swamy Temple is located in the northeast corner of the Mysore fort, Mysore. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Trinesvaraswamy Temple is dedicated to the three-eyed Lord Shiva. Trinesvaraswamy Temple is one among the ancient temples in Mysore which has rich cultural, religious and historical significance. Trinesvaraswamy Temple has an enclosure and a main entrance. The main entrance or the Mahadwara had a high temple tower or Gopura which was destroyed in the 18th century.

Trinesvara Swamy Temple, Mysore

Trinesvara Swamy Temple, Mysore

HistoryEdit

Trinesvaraswamy Temple is believed to be more than 450 years old as it existed even during the reign of Raja Wodeyar (1578-1617).

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

6.00 AM – 7.00 PM.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Mysore is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist can reach to Mysore by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

Bus : There is an excellent bus service provided by Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation. Vanities of tourist buses are available from Bangalore to Mysore and fare is about Rs 4 to 5 per km.

Train : Mysore railway station is connected to Bangalore, which is 140 km away. Bangalore is well connected to all the other cities in India. Direct trains are also available from Mumbai (Ajmer Ex), Delhi (Swarna Jayanti Ex), Kolkata (Howrah-Mysore Ex) and many other cities from all parts of the country. Mysore railway station- 0821-2521751.

Air : Mysore has a small domestic airport which is connected only to Bangalore. Bangalore is also the nearest international airport which is at a distance of 140 km away from Mysore. There are regular flights to Bangalore from all the major cities in India. Bangalore is connected to many international cities as well. Taxi services are available from Bangalore to Mysore which costs about Rs 4,000 for a round trip. Mandakalli Airport (Mysore Airport): 0821 259 6802.

Others : Tongas are horse driven carts that are also means of transport in Mysore. They will take you around the city but at slow and steady pace. If you want a close look at the city and catch some rare sights that you would not otherwise see then you could try this mode of transport.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100.
  • Fire : 101.
  • Ambulance :102.

Gallery

View All Sight of Mysore… Click Here

Mysore Maharajah’s Palace (Amba Vilas)

Brindavan Garden, Mysore

Railway Museum Mysore