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Mysore Places to See
Mysore Zoo
Located at Sierh Deori bazar, Hawa Mahal, literally the Palace of Winds, built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, displays fanciful architecture and is a remarkable landmark of Mysore.
Chamundi Hills
Presiding deity; of Mysore. A well known 335 metres high landmark, Chamundi Hill can be reached by a 13 km road or by climbing up the 1,000 steps laid out by the Mysore Maharaja in the 17th century.
Melkote
Ramanujacharya, the Shrivaishnava saint - philosopher, took shelter here from his persecutors. In March - April the Vairamudi festival draws thousands of pilgrims.
Somanathapur
A 13th century wonder in stone 35 kms from Mysore, in the small village of Somanathapur, is another temple of great architectural beauty built in the 13th century A.D.
Shivasamudram
The Cauvery takes a leap ! 85 kms to the south-east of Mysore are the picturesque waterfalls, Ganganchukki and Bharachukki, at Shivasamudram.
Kabini River Lodge
Holiday resort for the adventurous Situated 80 kms from Mysore in The Karapur forests is the old hunting lodge of the Maharajas and Viceroys.
Nagarhole
"The woods are lovely, dark and deep" 93 kms from Mysore in the Forest Department has a guest house here and arranges jeep rides into the forest ot enable visitors to observe the animals at close quarters.
Sri Jayachmarajendra Art Gallery
A treasure house of masterpieces The Jaganmohan Palace was converted into an art gallery in 1875 and exhibits paintings which date back to that period.
Srirangapatna
The Tiger's Lair Take yourself back to another spot, another, time. 16 kms away from Mysore is the island fortress of Tipu Sultan, the legendary Tiger of Mysore who put up a valiant fight against British domination.
Ranganathittu
A little boat takes you close to the islands where the trees are covered with birds of different species. The only sounds are the cries of birds, swoosh of wing and the ripple of water. Ideal for picnicking and bird watching.
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