Mysore, the city of palaces is an integral part of the South India Tour Packages Itinerary, echoes with memories of its opulent past which is carefully preserved in its magnificent palaces, beautifully laid out gardens, imposing buildings, broad shady avenues and sacred temples. All roads in this regal city that is also famous for its sandalwood and the scent of jasmine, lead to the Mysore Palace. Built in the Indo-Saracenic style with domes, turrets, arches and colonnades, this palace is a repository of exquisite carvings and works of art from all over the world.
Srirangapattana, the old Capital of Tipu Sultan is 14kms to the east of Mysore. Its historic fort was a witness to the Sultan's last battle against the British and the monarch's mosque and the celebrated Ranganatha Swamy Temple within the fort, speak of his tolerant rule. Equally impressive is his mausoleum the Gumbaz. To the east of the fort is Tipu's Summer Palace, Daria Daulat Bagh, which is set amidst a lovely garden. Situated about 3 kilometers upstream from Srirangapattana, where the River Cauvery flows around a string of tiny islets, Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary is an all-season picturesque preserve for water birds, storks, egrets, darters, spoonbills, cormorants, herons, etc. A boat ride is a great way to watch the birds and marsh crocodiles can be seen swimming in between the islands and basking on the rocks. October is a good time to visit Mysore as the Dussera festival that commemorates the victor) of Goddess Chamundi over the demon Mahishasura, is celebrated with pomp and pageantry. For more information on holiday to Mysore contact Swan Tours, one of the leading travel agents in Connaught place New Delhi India.
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