There’s a high chance you will find a bar of the Mysore sandalwood soap in every home in Karnataka. The soap is as popular today as it was a century ago. While you may not see too many advertisements for the soap, vintage prints are considered collectibles. Read on to find out more. While some […]
Mysore
Mysore, previously known as Mysuru, is the third largest and second most populated city of Karnataka. Situated right at the foot of Chamundi Hills, Mysore was once the capital of the Kingdom of Mysore. The rich cultural environment of Mysore has earned it the moniker of Cultural Capital of Karnataka.
Mysore Dasara is celebrated with great pomp and grandeur for ten days and people from every corner of the globe visit this city during the festival. There are some notable heritage structures in Mysore like the famous Mysore Palace and the Jaganmohana Palace. Other significant tourist spots in Mysore include Somanthapura, Karanji Lake & Park, Chamundi Hill, Brindavan Garden and Rail Museum.
Mysore is also famed for its exceptional quality of Mysore Silk and a unique tradition of painting known as Mysore Painting. This city offers quite a few mouthwatering delicacies like the Mysore Pak and Mysore Masala Dosa. Read more about Mysore
Mysore Dasara Gold Card – How to Get One for 2018 Mysore Dasara
A Gold card is usually sold during Mysore Dasara. This gives you access to all important events during dasara and you can avoid all those long queues. It has been reasonably accepted by the tourists.
Sri. M Visvesvaraya Dam – A 101 Year-Old Dam
Sir MV is considered the “Father of Modern Mysore State”. As the Diwan of Mysore, he built a number of dams including the MV dam in Melinajuganahalli. It once was a beautiful sight but today is a dirty, foul-smelling spot. Read: Sir M Visvesvaraya Rain Water Harvesting Theme Park In Bangalore Riversides, lakes, and dams have […]
Top 10 Fun Things To Do Near Devraja Market In Mysore
The Devraja Market in the heart of Mysore is a must visit on every tourist’s itinerary. The market offers a glimpse into the everyday life of people from Mysore. Through the market is spread over 3 acres, most people do not spend more than an hour in the market. This leaves you with plenty of […]
The Devaraja Market: A Unique Heritage Market in Mysore
Some markets in India are important tourist sites in themselves. In Mysore, a visit to the Devaraja market is a must on every tourist’s itinerary. Many heritage walks in Mysore include the market. Even if you don’t plan on buying anything, the market offers some great photography opportunities. It also gives tourists an insight into […]
The Royal Carnatic Orchestra – A Fusion of Classic and Western Music
A number of musicians today are focusing on fusing Indian and western styles of music as a new style of music. However, fusion music is not new and has a history dating back centuries. The Royal Carnatic Orchestra is considered to be one of the first East-meets-West experiments in India. The orchestra was once the […]
3 Things You Must Do On A One Day Trip To Mysore
Planning a one day trip to Mysore? What are the top 3 must do things here? Below is our suggestion. Before we discuss the places, let us know a bit about the city. Mysore is known by many names. It is the City of Palaces, the city of Yoga, the Garden City, the Ivory City […]
Indus Valley Ayurvedic Centre Resort – Relax the Ayurveda Way
Voted Best Ayurvedic Wellness Centre in India, Indus Valley Ayurvedic Centre Resort has been hosting people at the foot of Chamundi Hills for 17 years now. Just adjacent to Royal Lalitha Mahal Palace, this centre is loved by people wanting time away from the bustling city. Following the principles of age old Vaastu, the resort […]
The Enchanting Mysore Dasara Parade
The Mysore Dasara Parade is held on the streets of Mysore city. Read on to know more about the legend behind Mysore Dasara Parade or Dasara procession.
Kishkinda Moolika Bonsai Garden – A Must-see in Mysore
Kishkinda Moolika Bonsai Garden is a famous garden located in Mysore, Karnataka. It is a part of the Avadhoota Datta Peetham founded by His Holiness Sri Ganapathi Sachchidananda Swamiji and is well-known for its numerous varieties of bonsai plants. It is a favorite spot for many nature lovers in the city and makes for a […]