(1) Mysore Tourism Packages

Known for its magnificent monuments, royal heritage, ancient religious sites and cosmopolitan culture, Mysore has managed to capture the attention of almost every wanderlust traveller. Be it glitzy shopping malls or the friendly people all around, the energy of this region is infectious in nature and you would want to stay here forever.There is a unique charm to this city which has turned it into the most popular tourist spot not only in Karnataka, but the whole of south India. Brimming with a unique charm and friendly atmosphere, the city attracts tourists not only from different parts of India, but also abroad.Mysore Palace is the most coveted tourist spot, which boasts of carved rosewood doors and ceilings with top-class ivory work that makes it look beautiful, especially at night when all the lights are on. You will be mesmerised by visiting this ancient palace located in the city. There are several other breathtaking palaces in the vicinity like Jagmohan Palace and Art Gallery, Lalit Mahal Palace and Tipu Sultan’s Palace that deserve a visit. The Jagmohan Palace can be visited to witness an extensive collection of paintings by various renowned Indian artists and the Lalit Mahal Palace, which is now a five-star hotel, serves the best British tea.Brindavan Gardens near the Krishna Raja Sagar Dam is another major hotspot in the city with a beautiful botanical park and exciting fountains. There also exists a musical fountain and it also features a guest house where tourists can relax. Lush green parks like the Happy Man Park and the Butterfly Park are other such popular hangout zones for tourists. The Happy Man Park is a small park with a mini zoo inside it. The main attraction of the park however is a statue of a ‘Happy Man’ with a pot belly which is very famous especially amongst children.There are many museums in the city that display a varied collection of different artefacts and allow you to see the best collection around Karnataka. The National Museum and the Rail Museum are the two most prominent ones that can be seen crowded with people, especially on weekends. The former has exhibits on geology, animals and plants while the latter exhibits the ancient locomotives and carriages. The open-air Rail Museum is located on the backyard of the city’s railway station and is a hit amongst the tourists. There are other museums like the Folk Art Museum, Melody World and the Oriental Research Institute that display a collection of folklore articles, musical instruments and palm leaf manuscripts respectively.Karanji Lake Nature Park is a verdant parrk that features a large variety of bird species like the painted storks, butterflies, herons and many others. You can have a nice time is the company of these chirping birds away from the noise of the city. Next, explore wildlife at the Mysore Zoo which is officially named as Shri Chamarajendra Zoological Garden. One of the most popular zoos in India, you can see many varieties of wild animals like the white tigers, rhinos and gorillas here.There are a lot of places from where you can shop. Be it the luxurious shopping malls or the market places, you get a lot of options to choose from. Devaraja Market is the most famous market offering varied items like flower garlands, spices and other things. Sandalwood products and sweets like Mysore Pak can also be found in abundabce here and that too at reasonable prices.If you travel to Mysore in October, you can witness the famous Dasara festival (Navaratri) which is celebrated with religious fervour all across the city. Another famous religious site is the Chamundeshwari Temple, which is nestled atop the Chamundi Hills and boasts of a splendid architecture.Other major tourist hotspots include the Silver Jubilee Clock Tower and the Rangacharlu Memorial Hall where a splendid collection of architecture can be witnessed. Mysore Walk is the best way to roam around the city as you will come across professional groups who take you through the by lanes and allow you to experience the history of the place.Sports has always been popular in Mysore with Cricket being on the top of the chart. So, if you are here with a group of friends, you can have a gala time by playing cricket, tennis and other sports in the established grounds and courts that the city has to offer.Spots like the Shivanasamudra Falls, Ranganthittu Bird Sanctuary and Srirangapatna are located a few kilometres away from the city and can be visited by taking the local transport.See and explore the Mysore tourism thoroughly by taking our Mysore tourism packages that are specially crafted and budgeted at the same time. These readily available packages include all the services needed on a tour and we promise that you won’t have to look for anything.