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 […]
Chikka Devaraja Wodeyar – A King Who Believed In Change
The ascension of Chikka Devaraja Wodeyar, also known as Devaraja Wodeyar II, to the throne of Mysore, marked a turning point in the history of South India. On one hand, the kingdoms of Vijayanagara and Bijapur were losing hold over their territory and on the other Mysore was independent and asserting itself as Vijayanagara’s political […]
The Life and Reign of Maharaja Chamaraja Wodeyar IV
Chamaraja Wodeyar IV was the first independent ruler of Mysore to have any political significance. He ruled for a short period of 4 years. Maharaja Sri Chamaraja Wodeyar IV– Quick Facts Chamaraja Wodeyar IV – Early Years Chamaraja Wodeyar IV was the youngest son of Chamaraja Wodeyar III. He was born on 25th July 1507. […]
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 […]
The Life and Times of Raja Wodeyar I – The 9th Maharaja of Mysore
For any kingdom to flourish, it needs stability. Unfortunately in the decade following the death of Timmaraja Wodeyar II in 1572, Mysore saw two more monarchs come and go. Thus, when Raja Wodeyar I ascended to the throne, he had a tough task ahead of him. During his reign of 39 years, the Kingdom of […]
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 Oriental Research Institute, Mysore – An Iconic Library
Modernization and the preservation of our heritage must go hand in hand. The Oriental Research Institute (also known as ORI) is a unique institution that focuses on the latter. The aim of this institute is to collect, research, exhibit and publish rare palm leaf and paper manuscripts in Malayalam, Sanskrit, Kannada etc. To date, the […]
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 […]