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| Know Mysore |
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Mysore is the second largest city in the state of Karnataka, India. It is also known as the "Garden City" and the "City of Palaces".
LOCATION
State : Karnataka
It is situated at the base of the Chamundi Hills and lies about 140 km away from Bangalore.
FACTS ABOUT MYSORE
1. The city of royal grandeur and vintage charm is Mysore in Karnataka. The cultural capital of Karnataka, Mysore is one of the beautiful cities that allures tourists from all over India.
2. Mysore derived its name from an anglicized version of Mahishuru. It means the abode of Mahisha. Mysore stands for "Mahishasura", a demon from Hindu Mythology.
3. Mysore also has beautiful lakes flowing through it. This would include the Lingambudhi, Karanji and Kukkarahalli Lake.
4. Situated 770m above sea level, Mysore has a warm and cool climate throughout the year.
5. Mysore is famous for carved sandalwood, pure silk sarees and incense. The best place to shop is the Cauvery Arts & Crafts Emporium on Sayyaji Rao Road, which is the Main shopping area. There are also many other craft shops on Dhanavanthri Road. Mysore silk is well known for its quality and everlasting lustre.
6. Mysore is famous for the festivities that take place during the Dasara.
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| Attractions in Mysore |
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| Major Hotels & Resorts |
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- Bush Betta Wildlife Resorts
- Maurya Palace
- Hotel Ramanashree
- The Viceroy
- Kaynes Hotel
- Cloud 9 Hotels
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Airways
Bangalore is the nearest airport to Mysore and is located 139 km away.
Railways
Passenger and express trains link Mysore with Bangalore, Chennai and other prominent places. The superfast Shatabdi Express connects Mysore to Chennai. Rail connectivity between Mysore and Bangalore is good.
Roadways
Due to its stature as a prominent tourist destination, Mysore is well connected to other major cities of the state. A 3-hour journey from Bangalore, Mysore is served by bus services run by KSRTC and transport corporations of the neighboring states as well as private tour operators.
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