City Tour

Mysore Palace

The palace at the heart of the city forms the focal point around which the city functions. of the Mysore state, it was designed by British architect Henry Irwin and built in 1912, after a fire burnt down the old wooden palace.

The stained glass roof of the 'Kalyana Mandapa' (marriage pavilion), wall paintings, ivory inlaid rosewood doors and the ornate golden throne here, are all remarkable.

Chamundi Hill

Chamundi Hills is close to the palace city of Mysore. Its average elevation is 1,000 metres.

A panoramic view of the city is seen from the top of the hills. Among other landmarks, you can see the racecourse, the Lalitha Mahal palace, Mysore Palace, Karanji and Kukkarahalli lakes.

At dusk, the view of the city is especially beautiful, and on Sunday evenings and during the Dasara festival, the illuminated Mysore Palace glitters like gold.

KRS Dam and Brindavan Garden

KRS dam, built in 1932, is located 12 kms north-west of Mysore. The project was designed by the farsighted engineer Sir M. Vishweswaraiah and constructed during the rule of Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV.

The dam is around 8600 feet long and 130 feet high with a reservoir spread over an area of 130 sq.kms

It represents a marvel of civil engineering achievement in pre-independence India and was among the first in the world to use automatic sluice gates.

Jagan Mohan Palace

Jaganmohan Palace, built in 1861 by Maharaja Krishnaraja Wodeyar, is one of the oldest building in Mysore.

This three storied palace with stained glass shutters and ventilators is located about 10 minutes walk from the city bus stand.

It is now converted into Jayachamarajendra Art Gallery, a treasure house of paintings of unparalleled beauty, handicrafts, a rare collection of musical instruments and historical memorabilia dating back to the nineteenth century and earlier.

Mysore Zoo

This century-old Zoo houses nearly 2000 animals. It has the distinction of breeding wild animals in captivity. This garden stands to the east of the fort at a kilometer.

It owes its origin to his Highness Sri Chamaraja Wodeyar Bahadur, but it has been greatly enlarged and improved recently.

The very extensive grounds are beautifully laid out, and kept in axcellent order. All the animals in Zoo are well fed, well kept and generally healthy. Arrangements are made for some of the animals, especially for Lions and Tigers, to roam about in liberty.

Karanji Kere

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. There is also a museum, the Regional Museum of Natural History which is located on the banks of this lake.

The total area of Karanji lake is 90 hectares.

Jayalakshmi Vilas Palace

Jayalakshmi Vilas, located in the lush green landscape of the University of Mysore around 5 kilometers to the west of the city reflects the rich architectural splendor of the ancient times.

Built in 1905 as the mansion of the eldest daughter of Maharaja Chamaraja Wodeyar, the palace was known as Rajkumari Mansion.

The building itself is made up of a three wing structure but so connected as to give the appearance of a single massive structure.

Ranganathittu Bird sanctuary

This place is about 13 KMs towards North-East to the city of mysore. This bird sanctuary is located on the backwaters of river Kaveri.

Nature has made small islands here to facilitate the birds to stay and breed here.

Birds from far off places like Siberia, North America migrate here every year to breed new ones and fly back to their own place.

Gumbaz

Muslims of Tippu Sultan, and his father Hyder Ali and mother Fathima Begam. This was built by Tippu Sultan between 1782-84, the Gumbaz, an imposing structure in the midst of the Lalbagh garden, stands on a high and wide platform with an open verandah of polished pillars all round.

The importance of Gumbaz lies in its well-shaped large dome, ivory inlaid doors, carved stone windows of fine workmanship and inscriptions.

Tipu's favourite Tiger stripes cover the walls.Inside are the tombs of Haidar in the center, his wife and his son Tippu on either side. In the verandah and on the platform are the other tombs of Haidar's family members.

Ranganatha swamy Temple

The temples is one of the most important Vaishnavite shrines in South India. It is built by the Gangas in 9th century, later improved by the Hoysala and Vijayanagar kings.

The temple is a tribute to Lord Ranganatha(Vishnu ) has been dedicated at three pilgrImages.

Birds from far off places like Siberia, North America migrate here every year to breed new ones and fly back to their own place.

Nanjangud

This place is 25 KMs towards south of Mysore on the way to Ooty. This is a place of worship and is located on the banks of river "KAPILA" .

The temple here is of prime importance, which is the temple of "Lord Shreekanteshwara" (Shiva).

The temple here is one of the largest temples of south India.

Saint Philomena's Church

Built in 1933 and designed by Reverand Rene Feuge, St. Philomena's church is one among the grandest churches in India.

Located about 3 kms from the city on Cathedral road, it is the tallest Church in India built in the neo-Gothic style.

A statue of 3rd century saint, Philomena is placed in an underground chamber.

Sports club and Golf club​

The Late Maharaja Nalvadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar, With Far-Sightedness And His Profound Sense Of Scenic Beauty, Chose The Foothills Of The Famous Chamundi Hills As The Locale For The Race And Golf Courses.The JWGC Is Located On 110 Acres In The Premises Of The Mysore Race Club.1940 -On His Accession To The Throne, His Highness Jayachamaraja Wadiyar Took A Keen Interest In Racing And Golf And Maintained The Golf Course.​

10 min drive from our hotel.

Race Club​

The Mysore Race Club is the most picturesque in the country. Set up in the foothills of the imposing Chamundi Hills, the Mysore Race Club has a distinct identity of its own. The languid atmosphere is perhaps the reflection of the city which has grown tremendously in the last decade without losing its old world charm.

10 min drive from our hotel.