Mysore has always been a tourist attraction, not only for people from India, but people from all over the world come in to soak in the culture that this amazing temple town has to offer. If you plan your 3 to 4 days trip well in advance, you can be sure that you will have a great time, as this will ensure that you are comfortable and have a great place to rest your heels after a long day of sightseeing.
The Mysore tour packages are likely to include the following places of tourist interest. They are:
Places to visit near Mysore within 150 km
Brindavan Garden: This botanical park is well known for ferry rides that are held in the KRS dam and for musical fountain.
Chamundi Hills: It is also the city’s pride. It stands at an elevated height of about 1,000 meters, from where the whole city of Mysore can be viewed at a glance.
Mysore Lake: It is considered being a real haven for migratory birds and boasts lush greenery. This place is a must-visit by nature-lovers.
hmiramana Swamy temple, Prasanna Krishnaswamy temple, Shweta Varahaswamy temple, Trinesvaraswamy temple, and Chamundi hills.
Mysore zoo: It is regarded to be among the oldest zoos in the country and its official name is Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens.
Famous to buy in Mysore
Mysore is probably most famous for its beautiful silk saris that are very popular among Indian women. These silk saris come in almost infinite varieties and the cost depends on the Zari work that is the amount of gold in it. These saris are made by skilled weavers in Mysore and you will find a huge collection at the Government Silk Weaving Factory. The factory has its showrooms and outlets nearby on the Manandavadi Road and also near the area around Krishnaraja Circle which is in the heart of the city.
The Government outlet is the place where you can get authentic silk saris at reasonable prices and you can also take a look at the making in the factory behind the showroom. The next best thing to buy while shopping in Mysore is its incense and sandalwood oil both of which are of good quality and fragrance. The famous Devaraja Market that is located in the heart of the city is the oldest in the city as it existed since the time of Tipu Sultan. The place is a must-visit as you will find many items to buy here like incense sticks, sandalwood oil, etc.
and yes remember to bargain hard. You can buy some of the traditional handicrafts like woodworks made on teak, sandalwood, and rosewood, etc, at the Cauvery Arts & Crafts Emporium which is located near Sayaji Rao Road. This is a government-run emporium and could be pricier than outside but you can at least be assured of good quality.
Places in the South are not very expensive, especially if the tourists decide to stay in budget hotels. The rates are not exorbitant and the quality is quite good. Tourists save a lot of money by staying there.
