About the city of Mysuru
Mysuru is a Heritage City, third largest & populous city in the state. Mysuru is popularly known as the "city of palaces. The "Heritage city" & "Cultural capital of Karnataka". Mysuru is one the most famous tourist attraction spots in India. It is the land of heritage, culture and wildlife. The city is known for its palaces, gardens, museums, wild life and scenic beauty. Mysuru’s 10 day Dasara festival triumph is world famous. The Wodeyar dynasty ruled over the erstwhile Kingdom of Mysuru from 1399 to 1947. It is the only royal family in India that has ruled over a kingdom for more than 500 years. The rule of this royal family extending over 5 centuries was headed by 25 kings. Mysuru bagged the ‘Cleanest city in the India tag twice as per the survey.
Mysuru Climate In the month of September will be pleasant. In day time temperature will be 27-280C at night it will be 20-220C, warm clothing may be required.
Mysuru is well-connected by road from Bangalore, Mangalore, Chennai, Pune, Coimbatore, Ooty, Kozhikode, Kannur and Panaji (Goa). Buses are frequently connecting different parts of the city and auto-rickshaws and the tongas (horse-drawn carriages) are equally popular.
Local sightseeing options in Mysuru are Mysuru Palace, Jaganmohan Palace, Brindavan Gardens, Chamundi Hills, St. Philomena’s Church, Mysuru Zoo, The Art Gallery, Rail Museum, Ranganatittu Bird Sanctuary, Karanji Lake Nature Park, Kishkindha Moolika Bonsai Garden & shukavana at sacchidananda ashrama etc. Travelling distance to Conference venue (JSS Pharmacy College Auditorium, Mysuru) from City Railway Station 5.5 km, from Sub-urb Bus Stand 3.5 km.
