Top Places to Visit in Mysore with Maharaja Express

Mysore is the land of royals and the best way to enjoy such a grandiose is via luxury trains. Maharajas’ Express is one of the few luxury trains that include Mysore as a part of their itinerary. Although the itinerary does not cover nook and corner of the city, it includes all regal attractions of the city for enjoying a supreme vacation.

We have collected the list of destinations that you can enjoy with Maharajas’ Express in Mysore.

1. Mysore Palace

The yesteryear’s royal residence of crown king of Wodeyar is today an eminent tourist attraction. Mysore palace or the Amba Vilas Palace is a brilliant example of Indo-Saracen architecture. Maharajas’ Express allows its guests to enjoy a complete exploration of the palace. The unique rooms to spot inside this palace are the Golden Throne, Ambavilasa hall of private audience, Doll’s pavilion, marriage hall, public durbar, armory room and many others. The palace also holds 12 temples of varying era. In the evening, sound and light program is conducted. Every day two programs are conducted one after the other, each spanning for 45 minutes.

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2. Chamundeshwari Hill

Chamundeshwari hill or Chamundi hill is an iconic pilgrimage spot in Mysore. There is a temple on top of the hill, 1000 steps above sea level. Pilgrims climb up these steps to visit the temple. The temple holds interesting statues and during auspicious times, rituals take place every day. From the temple, one can enjoy a panoramic view of the city. Apart from the pilgrimage, one can enjoy picnic, sunset view, trekking and other adventure activities.

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3. Brindavan Gardens

This is a large space of soothing exotic garden, which is aesthetically pleasing for mind and eyes. The 60-acre garden holds lush greenery, flowerbeds, rose gardens, terrace gardens, music fountain and many others. Tourists visit this garden for strolling, picnicking, boating, sunset viewing and much more. A small children park area is also a part of this garden. During tourism season, small stalls are erected near the garden, which sell corns, coffee and other snacks.

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4. Jaganmohan Palace

This 19^th century palace was the ancient palace used by royal after Mysore Palace was burnt to ashes during the end of 19^th century. Now, this palace is converted into an art gallery and a hall. You can find exhibitions, programs and other attractions taking place in hall, from time to time. The gallery holds the largest artifacts collection of south India. You can find Ravi Varma paintings, painting of mythological scenes, weapon collections, antique coins and currency, brass articles, sculptures, ancient musical instruments, miniature soldier parade and much more. You can also find miniature paintings that were done on a grain of rice.

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5. Somnathpur

This is a small and halcyon village located very close to Mysore. This village is famous for Chennakesava temple (also called as Keshava temple). This 13^th century temple is famous for friezes, carvings, ceiling art and much more. The main deity and many other deities inside the temple are either damaged or missing. Thus, the temple is no longer used for ritual activities. However, the temple has turned into an exhibition of art and beauty of ancient era. This is also an ideal place for picnic and leisure strolling.

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6. Mysore Zoo

Chamarajendra zoological garden is common among locals as Mysore Zoo. This is one of the oldest zoos in the country. It holds 168 different species of wildlife like elephants, tigers, anacondas, giraffes, baboons, tigers, white rhino, lions and many others. On the eastern side of the zoo, Karanji Lake is located. The lake is the home for several birds.

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7. Devaraja Market

Since the reign of Tipu Sultan, this market has been a bubbling trading region. You can find numerous items starting from flowers to fruits. The northern part of the market sell fruits and southern part sells vegetables. The central part of the market sells flowers and ritual items. The market is made than 120 years old and today, it is an important shopping area and photographic zone for those who love to capture the culture of the land.

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8. Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav

National Museum of Humankind, Museum of Man or IGRMS is a museum that displays the evolution of man. The museum holds open-air exhibits of tribal habitat, desert village, Mythological trail, Technology Park, Himalayan village, coastal village and others.

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9. Jayalakshmi Vilas Mansion museum

This is an ancient mansion, which is now turned into museum of folklore, stone sculptures, artefacts, rural costumes and many others. The mansion holds 125 rooms and more than 200 carved doors. Popular items inside the museum are 300-year-old temple cart, puppet of Raavan, craft items, leather figurines, ceremonial headgears, puppets, masks and others. The archeological section holds stone paintings, sculptures, skin of real tiger, ivory arch and many others. You can find ancient daily articles, shoes, bags and clothing of royal family.

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With these attractions, the Maharajas’ Express covers all the important attractions in and around Mysore. You can enjoy a diverse genre of activities that suits people of all age group. Starting from wildlife attraction to pilgrimage sites, this trip portraits Mysore like never before.

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