Mysore Palace

The Maharaja's Palace Built in Indo-Saracenic style with domes, turrets, arches and colonnades,the Palace is a treasure house of exquisite carvings and works of art from all over the world. Intricately carved doors open on to luxuriously furnished rooms. The majestic Durbar Hall has an ornate ceiling and many sculpted pillars. The magnificent jewel studded golden throne of the Wodeyars is displayed here during the Dasera festival.

Chamundi Hills

Chamundi hills is 335 metres high, 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.Half-way up along the stone steps is Nandi, Lord Shiva's Bull, a majestic 4.8 metre monolith.At the top is the 12th century temple of Chamundeshwari, the patron goddess of the Wodeyars.Close to the temple is the gigantic statue of the demon Mahishasura.

Brindavan Garden

Brindavan Gardens is one of the best gardens in South India. Spread over a acre, Brindavan Gardens has since the 1960s provided the backdrop for many Indian films. Special attractions include the 'Dancing Fountains'.

St. Philomina's Church

A beautiful Cathedral, reminiscent of medieval architectural style,is one of the largest churches in the country. Built in the gothic style,the Church is an imposing structure with stained glass windows and lofty towers.
 

Shiva Samudra

85 Kms east of Mysore,where the river Cauvery cascades down in two picturesque waterfalls,is Shivsamudra.Falling down from a height of 75 m into a deep gorge,these falls are best during the monsoons.1.5 kms.away is Asia's first hydro-electric power project set up in 1905.

Kambini River Lodge

Situated 80 kms.from Mysore in the Karapur forests is the old hunting lodge of the Maharajas and Viceroys.The lodge on the banks of the river Kabini arranges jeep rides into the jungle and coracle rides on the Kabini for bird watching.A naturalist guide helps you identify the many varieties of birds and wild beasts.