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THE CULTURAL CAPITAL OF KARNATAKA
The grandiosity, rich heritage and natural beauty of the city of Mysore will leave you spellbound
Known for its rich culture and history, Mysore, the capital city of Karnataka, is a treat for travelers who crave to explore, rather than just admire the natural beauty of a place. On reaching, we chose to hop on to local mode of transportations to experience the city up and close, like a local. Mysore has a good rail and road connectivity, too.
THE RICH HERITAGE
The first must-visit place of our trip was the Mysore Palace. Our tour guide told us interesting facts, like how the city was ruled by the Wadiyar Dynasty from 1399 to 1761, and from 1799 to 1947. The rulers patronised the art and culture of the city. They invented ganjifa (an ancient
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ST PHILOMENA’S CATHEDRAL
The next must-visit place in our list was the St. Philomena’s Cathedral. It’s one of the tallest churches in Asia, whose foundation was laid by the Maharaja of Mysuru in 1933. The church serves as an excellent example of secularism. An astounding sight that one can witness in the church are the statues of women in saris.
CHAMUNDI HILLS
Chamundi Hills, 13km east of Mysore, is home to the temple of Sri Chamundeswari, situated at the height of 3,489ft. The temple is believed to be some 1,000 years old, and it gives you an aerial view of the Mysore city. The panoramic view of the city from the temple at night is a treat for the eyes.
BRINDAVAN GARDENS
The last stop was the famous Brindavan Gardens. The