Start at 7:30 am from the hotel & reach back hotel at 8:30 pm.

Start at 7:30 am from the hotel & reach back hotel at 8:30 pm.

Mysore city is at 770m above sea level and 140 kms from Bangalore. Also known as the City of Palaces, Mysore retains a quaint charm, that never fails to enchant.

Mysore was the capital of the Wodeyar dynasty, feudatories of the Vijayanagar Empire, who declared their independence in the 16th century and ruled in Mysore until independence, barring three decades when Haider Ali and his son Tipu Sultan wrested power from them. Mysore today, is a pleasant city with an old world charm, contributed by its broad shady avenues, well laid out gardens, fine buildings and a salubrious climate.

In keeping with tradition Mysore celebrates the grandeur and colorful pageantry the festival of Dasara.This festival is held in October every year in Mysore city and is celebrated with pomp and pageantry, echoing the grandeur of its royal past. Dasara celebrates the victory of good over evil, marking the slaying of the demon Mahishasura by the goddess Chamundeshwari.

The palace and city are lit up for ten days and the entire city wears a festive look. Festivals of music, dance and theatre are held. The Dasara exhibition, craft fairs, film festivals and vajramushti (traditional wrestling matches) entertain visitors. The highlight of the festivities is the Dasara procession held on Vijayadashami, the tenth, penultimate day. It is led by caparisoned elephants carrying an idol of goddess Chamundeswari seated in a golden howdah (elephant seat). Following, are decorated horses, folk dancers and colourful floats. The procession wends its way from the Maharaja's palace to the torch light parade ground. the procession then returns to the palace. The closing ceremonies include cultural performances from different states, gymnastic and equestrian events, followed by a torch light tattoo and fireworks.

Maharaja Palace

Domes, parapet balconies, verandahs, minarets, cupolas and arches combine harmoniously to make the structure a veritable masterpiece of lasting beauty. Built in the Indo-Saracenic style on the exterior, but retaining the native Dravidian style, it was designed by the British architect Henry Irwin. This three storeyed structure has beautifully designed square towers at various cardinal points covered by domes and the gold-plated dome at the centre rises 145 feet above the ground.

Distance from Royal Inn - 6 Kms.

The Jaganmohan Palace / Art gallery

The gallery contains some real gems of Indian art and some rare paintings by renowned painters. 'The Glow of Hope' by Haldenkar is one of the most important displays at the gallery. Several paintings by Raja Ravi Verma, portraits in oil and water of Viceroys and generals and officers of the East India Company, are also to be seen. The Jaganmohan Palace And Art Gallery In Mysore also contains numerous paintings depicting the life of Tipu Sultan- the son of Hyder Ali, famous for rising against the British. A few reproductions of western artists and some modern instances of modern Indian paintings are also to be seen.

Distance from Royal Inn - 6 Kms.

Chamundi Hill

Standing as the crown jewel of Mysore, Chamundi Hills is the abode of all powerful Goddess, Chamundi or Chamundeswari. A motorable road, besides a flight of 1,000 steps, take the visitors to its top, where stands the beautiful tall Gopuram of the temple, one of the best examples of the Dravidian school of architecture. The hill rises to a height of 3,489 feet. Half-way to it, near the steps and the road, there is a beautiful 16-foot monolith statue of Nandi, carved in granite, black because of regular anointing with oil and other sacred waters. The beautiful carved statue was a gift by the Maharaja, Dodda Devaraja Wodeyar, in 1659.

Distance from Royal Inn - 15 Kms.

Nandi Bull

This statue is one of the largest statues of Nandi in India. It is 16ft. tall and 24ft. long, cut out of a single granite stone in 1659. This colossal idol of Nandi is on the 800th step of the hill. The idol attracts millions of tourists every year.

Distance from Royal Inn - 12 Kms.

St. Philomena’s Church

The St. Philomena's Church in Mysore is one of the oldest churches in India. It is over 200 years old. The Holy Mass is performed daily in Kannada, Tamil and English at the table in the sanctum sanctorum. Behind this is an exquisite marble altar on which the statue of St. Philomena is placed. There is also an idol of Christ lying in his sacred wounds. Above the sanctum there are lovely stained glass windows from France with painting depicting the birth of Jesus Christ, the Last Supper, the Crucifixion and the Resurrection. The part of the church that is most attractive is the towers or spires. These towers resemble that of a cathedral in Cologne in Germany and those of St. Patrick's Church in New York. The two spires are 175 feet tall.

Distance from Royal Inn - 7 Kms.

Sandalwood Oil Factory

Government Sandalwood Oil Factory, run by the Forest Department, is an 85-year- old factory and is of great tourist interest in Mysore. It is situated 2 km south-east of Mysore Palace off the Mananthody Road. The factory manufactures and sells sandalwood oil perfumes and incense sticks. It is open on all days expect Sundays from 09:00 to 11:00 hrs and 14:00 to 16:00 hrs.

Distance from Royal Inn - 10 Kms.

Silk Factory

MYSORE is known for its silk. For over seven decades, Mysore silk, with its unique sheen and regal look, amazing drape, pure yarn and zari, has held its own among all other silk fabrics from India and abroad.

Distance from Royal Inn - 8 Kms.

Mysore Zoo

Mysore Zoo is one of the oldest and most popular zoos in Southern India. Located on the outskirts of Mysore, the zoo is home to a wide range of wild species. The official name for the zoo is Shri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens, though it is known commonly by its shortened name. Mysore Zoo is one of the city’s most popular attractions. It was established under royal patronage in 1892, making it one of the oldest zoos in the world.

Distance from Royal Inn - 8 Kms.

Ranganthittu Bird Sanctuary

Ranganthittu Bird Sanctuary, in the southern Indian state of Karnataka, is an important tourist destination from Mysore city or the adjoining Vrindavan gardens, both of which are barely 20 km away. The bird sanctuary, situated on the banks of the Kaveri River, includes of a group of six islets as well.The isolated islets and the abundance of aquatic insects during the monsoon make Ranganthittu a favorite abode for birds.

Distance from Royal Inn - 7 Kms.

Tipu's Palace, Srirangapatna

The Palace of Tipu Sultan in Srirangapatnam is a beautiful Palace built mainly of teakwood. The walls of the Palace are covered with colorful frescoes that represent the reign of Tippu Sultan and the different battles that he fought.

Distance from Royal Inn - 12 Kms.

Brindavan Gardens

Famous for the dancing and illuminated fountains, the Brindavan Garden is made in the vicinity of Krishnaraja Sagar Dam. The Garden has been constructed in three terraces, which ends in a horseshoe shape. A number of Ornamental plants like roses, bougainvilleas, orchids have been planted all throughout the garden. As the darkness falls, the whole of the garden is illuminated with lighted running water and fountain which change colors. The same lights illuminate each and every place of the garden with the flowerbeds shining with all the colors in the rainbow.

Distance from Royal Inn - 13 Kms.

Bandipur Wild Life Sanctuary

Endowed with a moderate climate and diverse geographical features, the Bandipur National Park supports a wide variety of flora and fauna. The vegetation of the Bandipur National Park ranges from deciduous and evergreen forest covers to open grassy woodlands. Two of the most valuable timber trees of India- the rosewood and teak- grow abundantly in the park.

Distance from Royal Inn - 60 Kms.