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10 Best Places to Visit Near Mysore from 50 to 500km

Saheel Singh
By Saheel Singh
| 17 Sep 2024 05:47 PM
10 Best Places to Visit Near Mysore from 50 to 500km

Mysore is a beautiful city with exceptional weather throughout the year. There are many places to see near Mysore as the weather remains conducive to travelling throughout the year. It used to be the centre of commerce for South India earlier and is still one of the most important cities in South India for trading silk, Ayurveda, yoga, sandalwood and incense. 
The cafes, bustling markets, Mysore Zoo and the magnificent Mysore Palace, will not let you sit idle for even a moment. Though there are many places to see in Mysore, here are the 10 Best Places to Visit Near Mysore from 50 to 500km in 2024.
 

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1. Mysore Maharajas Palace

Mysore Maharajas Palace
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 Mysore Maharaja Palace Entry Fee 

  •  40 per person for Adults
  •  20 per person for Children 10-18 Yrs
  •  10 per person for Students Letter from School is Required
  •  200 per person for Foreign Tourists 

 It is a beautiful palace situated in Mysore. It was the former palace of the Mysore royal family and is still their official residence. Mysore Palace was built in 1912 and is among the biggest palaces in India.
The front of the palace is a blend of Hindu, Rajput, Muslim, and Gothic styles, imparting a regal quality. With the Chamundi Hills on its eastern side, the palace's display is a sight to behold. It is second behind the Taj Mahal and is the most visited monument. The Maharaja’s Palace is renowned for its light and sound show and Dussehra celebrations.

 

2. Sri Chamrajendra Zoological Gardens

Sri Chamrajendra Zoological Gardens
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This was established in 1892 for the Royals. Furthermore, after freedom, it was handed over to the State Government. The Zoo's planning is responsible for making it a zoological garden. It creates a natural habitat for the animals in it. From Big to small cats to aquatic and terrestrial birds, 168 species are here. The world's first caesarian delivery performed on an elephant gave it global recognition.
Located near the Mysore Palace, it covers an area of 157 acres and is one of the oldest zoos in India. It is also an orphanage for abandoned animals. The Karanji Lake was put under the jurisdiction of the zoo in 1976 and is a serene place for boating.

Timings: Morning 9.30 am to 5.30 pm
Closed: Tuesday

3. Somnathpura Temple

Somnathpura Temple
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The tranquil town of Somanathapura is on the banks of Kaveri. The finest and exemplary monument of Hoysala architecture is the Kesava Temple. Tourists visit the temple to get a view of the beautiful place. The Chennakesava temple is among the 1500 Temples built by the Hoysala Empire kings in diverse parts of their kingdom. It is said to be the climax of the expansion of the Hoysala temple style and is unique in numerous other ways. 
The temple's beauty charms visitors who visit to witness the wonderful artistic achievements of the era, seek the Lord's blessing, and see unparalleled carvings and sculptures.
 

4. Avadhoota Datta Peetham

Avadhoota Datta Peetham
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It is popularly called Sri Ganapathy Sachchidananda Ashram, located at the foot of Chamundi Hill. Datta Peetham encompasses numerous aspects of the spiritual life. You can study Yoga, the Vedas, bhajans, and music here. There is a prayer hall where Pujas are performed.  As Sri Swamiji spread the teaching of Dattatreya Avadhoota, a Datta Temple was constructed. Dattatreya, the teacher, is the Manifestation of the Triple Principle of Sat, Chit and Ananda.

5. Namdroling Monastery

Namdroling Monastery
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It is also known as ‘The Golden Temple,’ among India's largest Tibetan settlements. The complex has about 16000 refugees and 600 monks.  Namdroling Monastery’s key entrance is a four-story tower with a wheel portraying a symbol of Buddhism. The key attractions inside the complex are the Lord Buddha, Lord Amitayus, and Lord Padmasambhava statues. Visitors can pray and rotate the mani prayer drums.

6. Sri Chamundeshwari Temple

Sri Chamundeshwari Temple
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It is a traditional Hindu temple in Mysore. Dedicated to the goddess Durga, it also has the statues of Mahishasura and Nandi. The temple showcases the fierce form of Shakti. The view from the temple is spectacular, as you can see several significant structures, such as the Lalitha Mahal Palace. The temple has also been d a No Plastic Zone, contributing to the conservation of the environment by reducing plastic use.

7. Shravana Belgola Jain Temple

Shravana Belgola Jain Temple
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Shravana Belagola is among the holiest shrines of Jains. 8th Utaradikari Monk Bhadrabahu Swamy spread of Jainism in South India. Throughout the 3rd century BC, northern India experienced a 12-year drought. Bhadrabahu Swamy, accompanied by his disciples and Samrat Chandraguptha Mourya, travelled from Pataliputra to Kalvappu and took samadhi in Chandragiri Hills of Shravana Belagola. This migration of Bhadhrabahu Swamy mainly influenced the spread of Jainism in South India.

8. Srirangapatna

Srirangapatna
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Located 18 km from Mysore, the town is a masterpiece of Hoysala and Vijayanagar styles, evident in its monuments. One of the essential Vaishnavite pilgrimage centres- the Ranganathaswamy temple- is the town's key attraction, attracting tourists. The temple deity is Vishnu, which is one of the largest.  The town's monuments have been nominated as UNESCO World Heritage sites. Srirangapatna gloats in exceptional scenic beauty because of numerous spectacular waterfalls. 
 This place is also well-known for the Ranaganthittu Bird Sanctuary, which has some of the most exquisite bird species.
 

9. Himvada Gopalswamy Temple

Himvada Gopalswamy Temple
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The Temple of Shri Himavad Gopalaswamy, situated at 4770 feet above sea level, was built around 700 years ago and is one of the eminent temples with attractive views. Once, it was called South Govardhanagiri and Kamalachala. 
The temple was formulated in the 14th century and is dedicated to Lord Krishna, installed by the sage“Agasthya.” It was built in 1315, facing North. King Chola Ballala constructed this temple throughout AD 1315. Later, the Wodeyars of Mysore, devotees of Lord Venugopala, displayed keen interest in preserving the hill temple.
 

10. St. Philomena Church

St. Philomena Church
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One of the biggest churches in India, it was constructed in 1843 to cater to the British officers based in Srirangapatna and Mysore. It was first a wooden building that stood for over a century. The church was created in 1936 and modelled after the Cologne Cathedral in Germany. It was made in the Neo-Gothic style by French architect Daly.
It is dedicated to the Greek Saint Philomena, born in the 4th Century. Part of her clothes and bones are still kept in the church. The church's inspiration is St. Patrick’s in New York. Inside, there are attractive paintings depicting the life of Christ.
 

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Saheel Singh
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Saheel is a dynamic and seasoned content writer with a bent for writing travel blogs. He believes that if a piece is penned correctly and passionately, it will have a lasting impact on readers' minds.
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