Mysore
Overview

Mysore,
located in the state of Karnataka, is a city of numerous sights and sounds.
Its peaceful and laid-back atmosphere appeal much to the tourists. Strewn
all over with splendid palaces, imposing buildings, wonderfully laid-out
gardens and sacred temples, the city offers everything to make your days
worthwhile. Take a walk through its broad shady avenues to soak up the
cultural charm and interact with the local people. The Dussehra Festival of
Mysore is known all over for its fervour and exuberance. Do remember to
savour the culinary delights of Mysore to keep yourself licking the palate
for a long time to come.
Climate & Best Time
You won't notice any extremities of temperature during your visit to
Mysore. The weather remains pleasant with mild summers and cool winters. The
summer temperature ranges between 34 degrees and 21 degrees centigrade.
Winters record a pleasurable minimum of 16 degrees centigrade. The average
annual rainfall measures 667.2 mm. Though you can make a trip here anytime
of the year, the most ideal time is between October and March.
Places to Visit
The numerous attractions of the city will truly fill your days with fun and
excitement. Take your time and try to look beyond the structures and into
the glorious past to enjoy the sights all the more.
» Maharaja's Palace
One of the biggest draws for visitors to Mysore, the stunning palace was
designed by the celebrated English architect, Henry Irwin. Delicate carvings
on the door and the sculpted pillars are of much interest to sightseers.
» Brindavan Gardens

The
garden is the next big attraction for tourists. Wonderfully landscaped, it
is a fine place to spend some quality time with your near and dear ones. The
musical fountain adds to the charms of the place.
» Mysore Zoo
Ringed by lush greenery, this zoo was founded in the year 1982. The
zoological garden houses a huge collection of mammals, reptiles and birds.
» St Philomena's Church
The Gothic-style church emulates the Cathedral at Cologne. The statue of St
Philomena, a 3rd century saint from Greece, can be seen at the altar.
Stay Options
Tourists have no dearth of accommodation options in Mysore. The city has
some famous hotels like the Lalitha Mahal Palace Hotel (5 star), Quality Inn
Southern Star (4 star), Kaynes Hotel (3 star), Hotel Ramanshree (3 star),
the Viceroy (3 star) etc.
Getting There
Bangalore (193 km), the capital of Karnataka, serves as the closest airport
to Mysore. The airport has regular flights connecting to major destinations
of the world and the country. You can take national flights to places like
Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and Kolkata. The railhead of Mysore has good links
with Bangalore and the other cities of the state. Road routes of the city
are also well-established.