The larger than life festivities in Mysore is a mere proof of this city’s liveliness with an overdose of royalty.
Zostel Mysore is located in Gokulam, in a serene bylane of Northern Mysore. The hostel is a peaceful escape where you can read a book with great views, chat with backpackers, and go on explorations with them.
The land of Mysore Pak, silk sarees, sandalwood products, and a variety of art forms, Mysore is the land of firsts in Karnataka. And by that I mean it was one of India’s first planned cities, has one of the tallest churches in India, and the list goes on. Be it its striking historical lineage in the form of the royal family or the ethereal celebration of Dussehra every year, Mysore sure knows how to be the best version of itself.
The hooting markets of Mysore introduce you to some of the finest South Indian dishes, which are all worth trying. Many places also offer the local rice drink toddy, while many serve their food in traditional banana leaves. The food here is an experience in itself.
From the soothing waters of Karanji lake to its many museums, the church, and historic temples, Mysore is a city of monuments. And like all such cities, it has too many places for you to visit, know about, and adore.
Mysore is officially the Yoga capital of India. Here, people practice all the ancient styles of Yoga, including Ashtanga Yoga, which originated here in the late 1940s. Yoga enthusiasts from all over the world land up here to learn this art/practice, which is a truly profound and spiritual experience for those who have tried.
In the city of Palaces that is Mysuru, lies the second-most visited monument of India after the Taj Mahal. It’s the magnificent and exceptionally made Mysore Palace, which invites over 6 million visitors a year in the day and is soothingly lit at night!
The temple for Lord Chamundeshwari in Mysore has an idol of Nandi, which turned from black to white overnight! This happened because all the oil and milk that pilgrims regularly poured over the statue, along with the dust that rested on it were all cleaned! Were you looking for a miracle here?!
Here are the four must-try things of Mysore: The famous Mysore masala dosa, rich Mysore silk clothes, the delectable Mysore Pak, and the fragrant Mysore mallige (moringa hair accessory).
