Things To Do in Mysore - Regenta Central Herald, Mysore

St. Philominas Church - 2 KM

St. Philomena's Cathedral is a Catholic church that is the cathedral of the Diocese of Mysore, India. Recognised as the second tallest church in Asia, St. Philomena's Church was constructed to pay tribute to the Catholic Saint and martyr of the Roman Catholic Church, Saint Philomena. It is one of the most important historical sites in Mysore and is frequently visited by tourists from all over the country. It was constructed in 1936 using a Neo-Gothic style, and the Cologne Cathedral inspired its architecture in Germany.

Mysore Palace - 4 KM

An incredibly breathtaking example of Indo - Saracenic style of architecture, the Mysore Palace is also known as the Amba Vilas Palace; it is the former palace of the royal family of Mysore. The palace's facade is a harmonious blend of Hindu, Muslim, Rajput, and Gothic styles, which gives it a regal quality. With the Chamundi Hills towards its eastern side, the spectacle of the Mysore Palace is an enchanting sight to behold. It is the second most visited historical monument by local and foreign tourists after the Taj Mahal. Presently located inside the Old Fort, Mysore Palace is renowned for its light & sound show and vibrant Dussehra celebrations.

Mysore Zoo - 5 KM

Mysore Zoo is one of the best zoological gardens in India. Located near the palace in Mysore, the Zoological Garden covers an area of 157 acres. It is one of the oldest and most famous zoos in India. The Zoo creates a natural habitat for the animals in it. From big to small cats, aquatic to terrestrial birds, and primates to reptiles, one hundred and sixty-eight species of animals and birds find their place in this zoo. The world's first caesarian section delivery performed on an elephant in Mysore Zoo gave it global fame and recognition.

Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary - 13 KM

Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary is the largest bird sanctuary in the state and comprises six small islands on the banks of the river Kaveri. Ranganathittu covers an area of less than 1 km² with a high bird population density. The most common birds in the sanctuary are painted storks, spoonbills, white ibises, egrets, herons, and partridges. Most of the birds stay on tiny islands within the river. This destination offers many activities to its tourists; the most popular ones include bird watching, boating, and some good old nature photography.

Chamundi Hills - 14 KM

The Chamundi Hills in Mysore are a top tourist magnet that draws in photographers, nature lovers, and Hindu devotees every day of the year. Chamundeshwari Temple is the biggest attraction in this area. This temple sits on the top of the main hill. The top of the hill offers a panoramic view of the Mysore Palace, smaller temples, and Karanji Lake. This is one of the reasons why the hills are very popular with tourists and trekkers.

KRS Dam & Brindavan Garden - 17 KM

Krishna Raja Sagar Dam, or KRS Dam in Mysore, is a popular tourist attraction bestowed with colourful, stunning, and illuminated gardens, musical fountains, and water bodies in its vicinity. Named after Maharaja Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV, the KRS dam was built by the chief engineer of Mysore, Sir M. Visvesvaraya, under his rule. Surrounded by beautiful flora and blooming gardens, this site is a popular shooting location for many movies.