Mysuru (formerly Mysore) is India's palace city par excellence — the magnificent Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hills temple, and the birthplace of Ashtanga yoga tradition make it one of India's most charismatic cities. The Dasara festival is among India's most spectacular.
6M
visitors/year
Best time to visit
October–February — cool season; October hosts the spectacular Dasara festival
Top sights & experiences
- 👑 Mysore Palace
- ⛰️ Chamundi Hills
- 🛒 Devaraja Market
- 🧘 Ashtanga Yoga Birthplace
- ✨ Illuminated Mysore Palace Evening
- 🍽️ Mylari Hotel — Traditional Dosa
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