Mysore

🏰 Top Mysore Sightseeing Places

🟢 1. Royal & Heritage Attractions

• Mysore Palace (Amba Vilas Palace)
  Iconic Indo-Saracenic palace known for its grandeur, architecture, and illumination during Dussehra.

• Jaganmohan Palace & Art Gallery
  Houses paintings by Raja Ravi Varma, antiques, and royal memorabilia.

• Lalitha Mahal Palace
  Now a heritage hotel; great for photography and experiencing royal luxury.

• Jayalakshmi Vilas Mansion
  Part of Mysore University; home to the Folklore and Archaeology Museum.

🟡 2. Religious Places

• Chamundeshwari Temple (Chamundi Hills)
  1,000-step climb or drive to the top with panoramic views of Mysore city.

• St. Philomena’s Church
  One of the tallest churches in Asia, inspired by Cologne Cathedral.

• Shweta Varahaswamy Temple
  Ancient and architecturally rich temple near the palace complex.

🔵 3. Nature & Parks

• Brindavan Gardens (Krishna Raja Sagara Dam)
  Musical fountain show in the evening, boat rides, and sprawling gardens.

• Karanji Lake & Park
  Boating, India’s largest walk-through aviary, butterfly park.

• Lingambudhi Lake
  Lesser-known, peaceful lake with migratory birds and morning walks.

🟣 4. Museums & Cultural Spots

• Railway Museum Mysore
  Outdoor display of vintage locomotives, carriages, and royal saloon coaches.

• Regional Museum of Natural History
  Interactive museum, especially good for kids and families.

• Folklore Museum
  Traditional art, dance masks, and rural life exhibits.

🟠 5. Zoo & Wildlife

• Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens (Mysore Zoo)
  One of India’s best-maintained zoos, home to tigers, elephants, rhinos, and exotic birds.

• Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary (nearby – 20 mins)
  Boat rides to see migratory birds like painted storks, pelicans, and kingfishers.

🔴 6. Shopping & Markets

• Devaraja Market
  Traditional flower, fruit, and spice market — colorful and great for photos.

• Cauvery Emporium
  Famous for Mysore silk, sandalwood products, and wooden handicrafts.

🧭 Suggested Mysore Tour Packages:

• 1-Day Heritage Tour
  Mysore Palace → Chamundi Hills → St. Philomena’s → Zoo → Brindavan Gardens

• 2-Day Royal & Nature Tour
  Day 1: Palace + Museum + Chamundi
  Day 2: Zoo + Karanji Lake + Bird Sanctuary + Local Shopping