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Mysore Essay

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Mysore to Thanjavur: Mysore, the second largest city in Karnataka, offers the tourists a diverse culture. A place famous for its rustic charm, Mysore pulls various tourists who come to visit the Mysore Palace and Tipu Sultan’s Palace. Brindavan Gardens offer musical fountains at Krishna Raja Sagar Dam and Chamundi Hills are of extreme religious significance and also offer a great view of the city and an excellent trekking route. In addition, tourists love trying out the local cuisine which includes the famous Mysore Pak and for those looking for souvenirs, Mysore sandalwood and Mysore silk make for perfect gifts. Those who are adventurous can indulge in activities like river rafting and coracle rides. About 408 km away from Mysore is Thanjavur, …show more content…

Mysore is famous for its silk, sandalwood and Mysore Pak. However, it has gained popularity because of its architecture and for the kind of activities it offers. The Mysore Palace and the Tipu Sultan Palace are considered to be architectural gems. Chamunda Hill is famous for the beautiful temple dedicated to Goddess Chamundeshwari. From this hill, one has a perfect view of Mysore city and it also makes for a good trekking route. The musical fountains at Brindavan Gardens are an awesome show to watch. Those who love adventure are treated with activities like river rafting and coracle rides. Another beautiful place in Karnataka is Koppal which is approximately 408km away from Mysore. The two are connected by rail and there are two direct trains from Mysore to Koppal. The minimum time taken by a train to reach Koppal from Mysore is about twelve hours. One can cut down the travelling time to eight and a half hours by hiring a taxi from Mysore. Koppal is known for its temple and is the perfect destination for those who love history and the rustic charm of a place. One of the most famous temples in Koppal is the Mahadeva Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The most interesting fact about the temples in Koppal is that these are carved out from pure sandstone. The Koppal Fort is worth a visit

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