Mysore

Country: India | State: Karnataka

Top Places to Visit: Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hill Temple, Mysore Zoo, Srirangapatna and Brindavan Gardens

Ideal Trip Duration: 2 Full Days

Nearest City to Shimla: Bangalore, Ooty

Best Time to Visit : October to March

Overview

Mysore is Karnataka’s second-largest City. It is the former Mysore Maharajas capital, which ruled the State of Mysore between 1399 and 1947. With its palaces, heritage buildings, traditions and temples Mysore still retains its old world charm. It is known as the City of Palaces, at an altitude of 763 meters surrounded by hills varying from north to south. Mysore is one of the best destinations to visit as part of a 2 day trip near Bangalore and Mysore Palace is one of the must-include locations in your Mysore Tour Packages.

Mysore has a number of tourist attractions including palaces, museums, temples, gardens and more. The most famous places to visit in Mysore are Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hill Temple, Mysore Zoo, etc. Srirangapatna Gardens and Brindavan Gardens are important attractions near Mysore. Mysore can also be visited as part of the Wayanad Tour Packages along with Wayanad.

Best Time to Visit Mysore

Mysore can be visited at any time, it has year-round pleasant weather. However, the best season to visit Mysore is in winter from October to March. It’s time to explore the lovely hill stations and waterfalls near Mysore, too. Winter is the ideal time for outdoor sports like biking, fishing, and skydiving. This is also the best time to take part in the month-long celebration of Dussera, with its colorful processions, fireworks and beautifully lighted palace, that gives the city an enchanting look.