Trip to Mysore

The first weekend after joining this company, i went to Mysore with my friends. This place is very near to Bangalore. We started in the morning. The first place we saw was Srirangapatnam. We covered places one by one. I enjoyed the city. Its very different from Bangalore. Peaceful city with not much of traffic and crowd.

The Mysore 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 here. Photography is prohibited inside but yes i tool the palace outside photograph. The palace is really cool. Espec

Chamundi Hill:

Perched atop a hill is a 12th century temple of Chamundershwari. About 13 Kms from Mysore 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.

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.

Brindavan Gardens:

19 Kms north west of Mysore 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. Its a really big one..i got tired covering the garden only. Reaching for another end is really a tiresome job.

Srirangapatna:

14 Kms north east on the Bangalore Mysore highway, this island fortress was once the capital of the warrior king Hyder Ali and his son Tipu Sultan. There are beautiful monuments that are well worth a visit.

I did some shopping. Bought one Mysore silk saree for my mom from my first salary. I know she liked it. :)

While coming back, We went to a Waterpark in Mysore called as GRS Fantasy park. Amazing rides they have. I enjoyed the waterpark more than the city ;)

Planning to go again for the fantasy park with a big group this time.