Mysore or Mysuru is a city which is located in the southern part of the state of Karnataka. It is also referred to as the City of Palaces. The area of Mysore is around 152 km2, and is the third most populated city, in the state of Karnataka. Mysore is situated, at the foothills of Chamundi Hills. Mysuru is home to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is the impeccable Mysore Palace which is considered a must-visit place. today in this blog, we are going to discuss top 15 attractions in Mysore.&nbsp;

The Rail Museum of Mysore is currently the second of its kind, the first is the National Railways Museum Of Delhi. This Museum was built in the year 1977 and now homes several Railway collectables since its establishment. This museum shows the development of the Indian Railways, through pictures and other such items. This museum has a plethora of information regarding railways. One must visit to gain knowledge about the Railway system.

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<li>Famous for: Information about the Railway system</li>
<li>Best Time to Visit: Anytime</li>
<li>Duration: 1-2 hours</li>
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Things to do:
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<li>Other Places to visit: Chamundeshwari Temple, Mysore Zoo</li>
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Karanji Lake commonly means fountain of water. Karanji Lake is surrounded by a nature park. The nature park consists of a butterfly park and a walk-through aviary. This walk-through aviary is the biggest in India. This lake is a popular picnic spot and it also contains around 147 different species of birds. You can also hire a boat and enjoy the beauty of the lake and its surroundings. You can also have a picnic around the area.

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<li>Famous for: Nature Beauty</li>
<li>Best Time to Visit: Summers</li>
<li>Duration: 1-2 hours</li>
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<li>Other Places to visit: Chamundeshwari Temple, Mysore Zoo, GRS fantasy park</li>
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The Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary is the biggest sanctuary, in the state of Karnataka. This sanctuary is located in Srirangapatna. It is heaven for bird lovers as this sanctuary consists of around 170 species of birds. You can do activities like bird-watching, boating, and even photography. It is a must-visit place as it can grant you a peaceful time alone, and the serenity of nature. the entry fees are minimal and generally free for children.

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<li>Famous for: Biggest sanctuary in Karnataka</li>
<li>Best Time to Visit: Summers</li>
<li>Duration: 3-4 hours</li>
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Things to do:
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<li>Other Places to visit: Brindavan Gardens, Mysore Palace</li>
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The GRS fantasy park is an amusement park that is about 10 minutes away, from the city of Mysore. This park is the only amusement and water park, in Mysore. It is spread across an area of 30 acres. The park has been serving Mysore for 13 years and will do so for more years. You will enjoy with your family a lot as this park contains a lot of rides. A trip here is necessary to swim all your tensions away.

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<li>Famous for: Only amusement park in Mysore</li>
<li>Best Time to Visit: Summers</li>
<li>Duration: 4+ hours</li>
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Things to do:
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<li>Other Places to visit: Brindavan Gardens, Mysore Palace, Mysore zoo</li>
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The Edmuri Falls is located 1 km away from the Balmuri Falls. The Edmuri Falls is situated on the main road of Krishna Raja Sagara. The origin of the falls is said to be river Kaveri. The waterfall is generated when river Kaveri comes in contact with a 6 feet slope on its path. It is one of the places where you can swim and enjoy the water with your friends and family. The falls are considered the best spot for a picnic and fun.&nbsp;

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<li>Famous for: weekend gateway of Mysore for picnic</li>
<li>Best Time to Visit: Summers</li>
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<li>Other Places to visit: Balmuri Falls</li>
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The St. Philomena Church is the second tallest church in Asia, which falls second only to the Bible Tower, in Kerala. This church was erected to pay respects to the martyr of the Roman Catholic Church, Saint Philomena. This church is an example of the Neo-Gothic style of architecture. St Philomena's Cathedral was built by Maharaja of Mysuru Mummudi Krishnaraja Wadiyar in 184341. The mortal remains of Saint Philomena still remain here. The church is not only famous for its architecture but also has religious significance.

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<li>Location: Lourdes Nagar, Ashoka Rd, Lashkar Mohalla, Mysuru</li>
<li>Timing: 5 AM to 8 PM</li>
<li>Entry Fees: Free</li>
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<li>Other Places to visit: Mysore palace, Fortune JP palace</li>
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The Ashtanga Yoga Institute is an institute, that offers various programs for Yoga. This institute provides courses in Hatha Yoga and Ashtanga. The courses are about 200-300 hours programs and it also consists of Yoga Vacation Programmes which are about $300 per week. people can learn different forms of yoga and asanas specifically sun salutations performed in the morning. The institute offers several packages for teaching which differ for 200, 300 and 500 hours of training.&nbsp;

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<li>Location: 8th Cross Road, Gokulam 3rd Stage, Gokulam, Mysuru</li>
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<li>Other places to visit: Osho glimpse Mysore</li>
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Mysore the city of Palaces, located in the southern state of Karnataka, consists of 7 Palaces. The main palace here is the Mysore Palace which is a UNESCO-certified World Heritage Site. The city of Mysore has many divine temples, which also have mind-boggling views. The architecture of these temples is a must-watch and is amongst the best of architecture. One should list this city on his bucket list. Plan your next trip to the beautiful Mysore.&nbsp;

Mysore Palace is one impeccable piece of the Indo-Saracenic style of architecture. The Indo-Saracenic architecture style consists of the blending of Hindu, Muslim, Rajput and Gothic style architecture. It is also known as the Amba Vilas Palace and is a former palace of the royal family. The Mysore Palace is a UNESCO-declared World Heritage Site, which is a major tourist attraction, and the second most visited heritage site in India, just behind the Taj Mahal. This is one of the best places to visit in Mysore.

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<li>Famous for: World Heritage Site</li>
<li>Best Time to Visit: Dusshera</li>
<li>Duration: 2-3 hours</li>
<li>Entry fees: INR 100/person</li>
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<li>Other Places to visit: Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens, Jagmohan Palace Art Gallery and Auditorium</li>
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The Brindavan Gardens is a garden in the city of Mysore, which is around 20 km away from Mysore. The construction of this garden started in 1927 and was completed in 1932. Sir Mirza Ismail is the founder of the Brindavan Gardens. The main attraction of the Brindavan Gardens is the musical fountain, through which water is busted out in synchronicity with the music of songs. It is built across the river of Kaveri.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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<li>Famous for: Fountain of water which synchronises with the music of songs.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Best Time to Visit: Winters</li>
<li>Duration: 3-4 hours</li>
<li>Timing: 8 AM to 9 PM</li>
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<li>Other Places to visit: Mysore Palace, Royal Orchid Brindavan Garden Palace</li>
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The Somanathpura Temple is situated on the banks of the Kaveri river, in the town of Somanathpura. The Chennakesava temple or simply the Keshava temple is an exemplary example of the Hoysala style of architecture. Keshava temple is a Vaishnava Hindu Temple and was consecrated in 1258 CE by Somanatha Dandanayaka. The Keshava temple is located around 38 km from the city of Mysuru. No worshipping takes place here as the idols have been damaged and desecrated by invading Muslim Armies. However, the temple’s architecture still stands tall and is a beautiful piece of the Hoysala style of architecture, which the tourists still love to see.&nbsp;

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<li>Famous for: Hoysala Style of architecture</li>
<li>Best time to visit: Winters</li>
<li>Time duration: 1-2 hours</li>
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Things to do:
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<li>Other Places to visit: Talakadu, Shivanasamudra Falls</li>
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Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens which is, commonly known as Mysore Zoo, is listed amongst the best zoological gardens in India. The Mysore zoo is also known as the Palace zoo. It spans 157 acres of land and is located near the Mysore Palace. It is one of the oldest zoos in India. It consists of a wide variety of species nearly 168. The number of animals that this zoo contains is around 1450. The zoo completed its first 100 years in the year 1992.&nbsp;

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<li>Famous for: More elephants than any other zoo</li>
<li>Best Time to Visit: June to September</li>
<li>Duration: 3-4 hours&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Other Places to visit: Lokaranjan Aqua World Underwater Zone, Mysore Palace, St. Joseph’s Cathedral&nbsp;</li>
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The Chamundeshwari Temple is situated at the top of Chamundi Hills, which is located around 13 KM from the Mysore Palace. The temple is named after Chamundeshwari which is also the fierce form of Shakti. The temple of Chamundeshwari is among the 18 Maha Shakti Peethas. The Chamundeshwari Temple is built on the Dravidian style of architecture. The temple also has statues of Nandi (Bull of Lord Shiva) and Mahishasur (Demon).

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<li>Famous for: Goddess Durga slayed Mahishasur here.</li>
<li>Best Time to Visit: Anytime</li>
<li>Duration: 1-2 hours&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Other Places to visit: Mahabaladri, Lalitha Palace</li>
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Shuka Vana is a bird sanctuary is located in the SGS Ashram in the city of Mysore, Karnataka. The Shuka Vana is also known as the parrot park. The Shuka Vana is home to around 2000 birds. This sanctuary consists of almost 450 different species of birds. This aviary holds the Guinness World Record for most species in an aviary. It is heaven for bird and nature lovers.

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<li>Famous for: 450 species of bird</li>
<li>Best Time to Visit: Anytime</li>
<li>Duration: 1-2 hours&nbsp;</li>
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Things to do:
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<li>Other Places to visit: Bonsai Garden, Mysore Zoo, Somanathpura Temple</li>
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The Jaganmohan Palace is one of the seven palaces, which are situated in the city of Mysore. The Jaganmohan Palace was used as an abode, by the Wodeyars of Mysore when their main abode, Mysore Palace was damaged in a fire accident. While the renovation was being held, the Wodeyars used this palace. This palace is exceptionally beautiful. This palace is now converted into an art gallery, and currently has beautiful artworks for display.

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<li>Famous for: Artwork&nbsp;</li>
<li>Best Time to Visit: Anytime</li>
<li>Duration: 1-2 hours</li>
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Things to do:
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<li>Other Places to visit: Bonsai Garden, Mysore Zoo</li>
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The Bonsai Garden is a part of the SGS Ashram. This Bonsai Garden is home to around 100 species of Bonsai trees which are spread across. This garden homes around 450 bonsai trees, which are spread around 4 acres. This Bonsai Garden also consists of a deer park, which nature lovers would love to see. It also has statues of Monkey and Buddha, which are a representative of the Zen Culture which are the drivers of the Bonsai. A must-visit for Nature Lovers.

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<li>Famous for: Nature and Zen Culture</li>
<li>Best Time to Visit: Spring season</li>
<li>Duration: 1-2 hours</li>
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Things to do:
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<li>Other Places to visit: Chamundeshwari Temple, Mysore Zoo, Bonsai Garden</li>
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