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150 sand sculptures on display. It is not worth visiting unless it is on your way to another location.
Mysore Sand Sculpture Museum is the first sand sculpture museum in India, located in Mysore, Karnataka. It was inaugurated in 2014, with 150 sand sculptures on display, on a one-acre land at the base of Chamundi Hills. Each of the sculptures was created by sand artist MN Gowri and based on a theme such as Mysore's cultural heritage, wildlife and religion.
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A museum with sculptures made of seashell and conch by Radha Mallappa, including the sculptures of Ganesha, Shiva, the Taj Mahal and St. Philomena's Church.
Anjali Ashram has a unique architectural design. The entrance to the ashram is marked by an outer mandapa. On both sides of this mandapa, there are two footpaths in a curved fashion, taking you to the inner area directly. If you walk directly through the mandapa, you reach another structure used for meditations and prayer meetings. Then comes the hostel for inmates. Then comes the sanctum. The last building is the sanctum sanctorum, containing the chapel and the residential arrangements for the inmates. The small cottages for the inmates are built on either side of the sanctum sanctorum. There is a footpath that takes you directly to the other gate from the sanctum sanctorum.
Established in October 2010, this unique wax museum is based on musicians and musical instruments from all over the World. Exhibits a collection of over 100 life-size wax statues and over 1,500 types of musical instruments.
Another palace that has been turned into a five-star hotel. It served as a royal summer residence for the Viceroy of India in the late 19th and early 19th century. You feel the antique-style grandeur and regality when you stay here. Guests should visit the hotel during the afternoon since it serves a great British high tea. It is situated close to the Chamundi Hills.
A small lake inside the city. This is a favourite spot for romantic couples. You can go for a small trip of boating. The lake is surrounded by green trees and you can also see the various variety of birds like pelicans and painted storks on the island in Karanji Kere. In the local language, Kere means Lake and thus a Lake by the name of Karanji is called Karanji Kere. The park has an aviary, which hosts peacocks and other species of colourful birds. A Little inside, there is a tall watchtower, from where one can see the entire lake and birds on tree tops. On the periphery of the lake, there is a walkway of around 2.6 km. At the end of the walkway, there is a butterfly park.
Has exhibits on plants, animals, and geology of the southern region of India. They conduct a show at intervals. They also have a cute watch tower for bird watching. The museum is situated in a beautiful garden. You can even visit the place just sit to in the gardens in the lush green surroundings. This facility is run by the central government of India.