Mysuru Tourism

Photography

Illuminated palace façades, Hoysala friezes, market colour and forest light - the district gives a photographer plenty.

12 locations
Photography is restricted inside the Mysore Palace and within many temple sanctums. Check the rules at each entrance - the grounds are almost always fine.
Locations

Places worth the camera

Art GalleryMuseums & Galleries

Art Gallery

Sri Jayachamarajendra Art Gallery, commonly known by its former name Jaganmohana Palace, is a former royal mansion, arts museum and auditorium, and…

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Beladakuppe Sri. Mahadeshwara Swamy TempleTemples & Spiritual

Beladakuppe Sri. Mahadeshwara Swamy Temple

The Sri Mahadeshwara Swamy Temple at Beladakuppe has roots in folklore, and tradition and is prevalent in social media too. It is believed that Sri.…

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Bheemanakolli Sri. Mahadeshwara Swamy TempleTemples & Spiritual

Bheemanakolli Sri. Mahadeshwara Swamy Temple

The BhimanakolliMahadeshwara Temple, nestled near the picturesque Kabini Reservoir, is a spiritual and scenic gem that captivates both devotees and…

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Chamundi HillTemples & Spiritual

Chamundi Hill

Chamundi Hill, located 3 km southeast of Mysore Palace, rises to a height of 1,074 meters above sea level. When viewed from the Palace to the west,…

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ChamundipadaTemples & Spiritual

Chamundipada

Chamundipada, located at the foothills of Chamundi Hill (Chamundi Betta) in Mysuru, is a significant spot for both devotees and visitors seeking to…

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Chikka Gadiyara (Dufferin Clock Tower)Royal Heritage

Chikka Gadiyara (Dufferin Clock Tower)

The Chikkagadiyara, or the Small Clock Tower, is a historical landmark right in the heart of the city.

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Chunchanakatte FallsParks & Wildlife

Chunchanakatte Falls

Chunchanakatte Falls, Taluk: Saligrama, District: Mysuru The Chunchanakatte Falls is formed by the cascading Kaveri River jumping over a rocky…

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Chunchanakatte Hanumantha VigrahaTemples & Spiritual

Chunchanakatte Hanumantha Vigraha

Chunchanakatte Hanumantha Vigraha, located near the banks of the Cauvery River in Chunchanakatte village, is a revered spiritual destination. The…

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Devaraja MarketRoyal Heritage

Devaraja Market

Devaraja Market has deep historical significance and continues to thrive to this day. Built in, 1886, it initially operated as a weekly market but is…

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Folklore MuseumMuseums & Galleries

Folklore Museum

Folklore Museum, District: Mysuru The Mysore Folklore Museum stands out as a unique institution dedicated to preserving the vibrant folk traditions…

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Jagan Mohan PalaceMuseums & Galleries

Jagan Mohan Palace

Jaganmohan Palace (1861): commonly known by its former name Jaganmohana Palace, is a royal mansion, arts museum and auditorium, and formerly an…

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Kabini BackwaterParks & Wildlife

Kabini Backwater

Kabini Backwater, Taluk: H D Kote, District: Mysuru The Kabini Backwaters is a serene haven that offers an enchanting blend of natural beauty and…

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