Heritage Walk in Mysore Highlights
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Experience Mysore’s vibrant history and culture on a guided heritage walk that reveals royal landmarks, bustling markets, and stories of its past.
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Walk through the Jaganmohan Palace, a former royal residence now housing an extensive art collection, including works that depict Mysore's royal traditions.
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See the KR Circle and Chamaraja Circle and learn how these landmarks shaped the city's identity during the reign of the Wodeyars.
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Explore Mysore's City Market, a bustling hub of vibrant colors and aromas, where you can shop for fresh produce, spices, flowers, and local crafts.
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Visit the Dufferin Clock Tower, a prominent Mysore landmark built to honor British Viceroy Lord Dufferin.
Heritage Walk in Mysore Overview
About the Heritage Walk in Mysore:
The Heritage Walk in Mysore takes you through the city’s historic charm and royal legacy. Starting at the Jaganmohan Palace, once the Maharaja's residence and now an art gallery, the walk continues past sites like the Lansdowne Building and KR Circle, each offering insights into Mysore's past. Visit bustling spots like the Silver Jubilee Clock Tower and City Market, where local life comes alive with vibrant sights and sounds. The tour ends at Dufferin Clock Tower with a taste of the iconic Mysore Pak, offering a glimpse into the traditions and flavors of this historic city.
About the activity:
- Begin the journey at the Jaganmohan Palace, a former royal residence turned art gallery, showcasing an impressive collection of paintings that narrate Mysore's artistic and royal heritage.
- Stroll by the Lansdowne Building, a historic commercial complex that reflects the city’s colonial and local architectural influences.
- Pause at Krushna Rajendra Circle, a key intersection of Mysore, and delve into stories about its role as a central point during the reign of the Mysore Kingdom.
- Visit Chamaraja Circle at the crossroads of Ashoka and Albert Victor roads, a hub that holds a connection to the city's royal history.
- Witness the historic Silver Jubilee Clock Tower, built to mark 25 years of Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV’s rule, symbolizing the city’s rich cultural legacy.
- Walk through the bustling city market, providing a look into local life and the thriving trade culture of Mysore.
- End the tour at the Dufferin Clock Tower, another significant landmark of Mysore, where you can have Mysore Pak, the local delicacy.
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Know Before You Go for Heritage Walk in Mysore
- The walk begins at 4:00 PM at the entrance of Jaganmohan Palace. Ensure you arrive on time.
- Comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended for this outdoor activity.
- Photography is allowed at most stops, but not allowed inside Jaganmohan Palace. Art Gallery.
Things To Carry for Heritage Walk in Mysore
- Walking shoes
- Comfortable clothes