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The Mysore(Mysooru) Palace Once
the residence of the Wodeyars, this structure
is one of the largest of its kind in India. Built
in 1912 in the Indo Saracenic style, this place
excludes a grandeur that is unmatched. The Golden
Royal Elephant Throne, the Durbar Hall, the Kalyana
Mantap and the Gallery are the main attractions
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Illuminated Maharaja's Palace,
Mysore(Mysooru).
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The Jaganmohan Palace
This is a converted art gallery which houses paintings
that date back to the late 19th century. Paintings
of Raja Ravi Verma of Travancore and the Russian
Painter Svetoslav Roerich are on display. Paintings
in the traditional Mysore(Mysooru) Golden leaf style can
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Art Gallery
Jaganmohan Palace
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Chamundi Hill Perched
atop a hill is a 12th century temple of Chamundershwari.
About 13 Kms from Mysore(Mysooru) by road these is also
a 1000 step walking track for all those young
at heart to try. The gigantic 4.8 meter tall monolith
of Nandi the sacred vehicle of Lord Shiva is a
marvel to watch. Also close to the temple stands
a gigantic statues of the demon Mahishasura. |
Lord Nandi
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St. Philomena's Church This
beautiful Cathedral was built in 1956 and is one
of the largest churches in the country. It has
been built in the Gothic style with beautiful
stain glass windows and lofty towers. The illuminated
church in the evening is a wonderful site not
to be missed.
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The Mysore(Mysooru) Zoo One
of the county's best zoo, this is famous for rare
animals bred in captivity and is housed in lush
green surroundings.
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Animal Paradise, Mysore(Mysooru) Zoo.
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Brindavan Gardens 19
Kms north west of Mysore(Mysooru) is the famous KRS dam.
Built by the famous engineer Sir. M. Vishvesvariah
this was one of the first multi purpose dams built
in India. Adjacent to the dam is the beautiful
Brindavan Garden. With lighting and musical fountains
this place transforms it self into a fairy land
in the evenings.
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