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About Karnataka Tourism

Karnataka is a southwest Indian state with coastlines on the Arabian Sea. Bengaluru (formerly Bangalore), the capital, is a high-tech hub with a vibrant nightlife. Mysore, to the southwest, is home to opulent temples such as Mysore Palace, which served as the seat of the region's maharajas. The remains of Hindu temples and elephant stables can be found in Hampi, the medieval Vijayanagara empire's capital.

Cities in Karnataka

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Bangalore
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Mysore

Places to visit in Karnataka

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Bangalore Palace

Built by Chamaraja Wodeyar in the year 1887, Bangalore Palace is an inspired design by England’s Windsor Castle and is one of the best tourist places in Bangalore. The evocative palace comprises fortified arches, towers, Tudor-style architecture, and green lawns along with sophisticated wood carvings in the interior. It is where the royal family still resides at the present. This Tudor-style architectural creation is nothing less than an epitome. The palace has earned foundations that have been attributed to the Wodeyars of Mysore.

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Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace

Located in the most crowded market area, Tipu Sultan Fort ideally represents the artistic talent which thrived in the past and is among the most fascinating Bangalore tourist places. The ‘Rashk-e-Jannat’ is the summer heaven of the ruler of Mysore, Tipu Sultan. The ruler is largely celebrated for the heroics across the battlefield. With a large appetite for art and culture, the palace is a typical example of the architecture and features sturdy columns along with motifs. A perfect example of Indo-Islamic architecture, the palace is the perfect example of Indo-Islamic architecture.

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Innovative Film City

The Innovative Film City in Bengaluru happens to be a famous Indian theme park situated in Bidadi, which is just an hour’s drive away from the main city of Bangalore. One of the most popular places to visit in Bangalore, this place is spread over an enormous area of over 58 acres and is a great place for someone who wishes to see the magical world of cinema up close. Other than behind the scenes tours and visits to famous sets, this place also has plenty of avenues to shop, eat, and simply walk around and explore.

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Mysore Palace

Mysore Palace is easily one of the most imposing architectural buildings in the country. It is amazing that the palace was only built in the 20th century and is the fourth structure to be constructed on the same location. Also known as Amba Vilas Palace, it is one of the seven palaces in the City of Palaces. Often mistaken for a Gothic structure, the Palace is, in fact, an exemplary showcase of Indo-Saracenic architecture with a blend of Gothic, Rajput, Hindu and Muslim styles and it is one of the famous places to visit in Mysore.

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St. Philomena's Cathedral

With a history of over 200 years, St Philomena’s church is one of the most popular tourist places in Mysore. Not just in Mysore but this church is a well-known tourist spot in the entire state of Karnataka. Take a break from exploring the history, sooth your mind at this divine tourist spot in Mysore. Initially built as a small church was then reconstructed by Maharaja Krishnaraja Wodeyar. It is one among the largest Cathedrals in the whole of South Asia.

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Chamarajendra Academy of Visual Arts

Among the most spectacular places to visit in Mysore, Chamarajendra Academy of Visual Arts is dedicated to visual arts such as paintings, applied arts, drawings, photojournalism, and the history of art. A stoppage in Thrillophilia’s Mysore Artisan Walk, the academy offers an exclusive opportunity for art lovers to meet several artisans and experience seeing them engaged in the age-old handicrafts production process. Enjoy the chance of speaking to the artisans as they educate you about the various aspects of creating visual arts and art forms.

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Shop at Devaraja Market

A must-visit destination for every tourist, Devaraja Market is included in many heritage walks covering Mysore. Featuring over 300 shops and spread over 3 acres, the market has a wide selection of items to choose from and it is one of the best Mysore tourist places. One section is dedicated to fresh flowers, while other only sells puja materials. You can also buy fresh fruits and vegetables here, along with jaggery, puffed rice, and coconut water.

Things To Do In Karnataka

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Gain knowledge at Government Museum

Built in the year 1886, the museum houses few of the rare collections and represents multiple periods. 18 galleries in the museum comprise antique jewellery, Neolithic finds of varied civilizations and many others. Serving as one of the most famous places in Bangalore, the museum is a must visit.

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Wonder La Water Park

Adventure on your mind? Take your family to Wonderla Bangalore, one of the best amusement parks and places to see in Bangalore. Luring in a large influx of youngsters and families year-round, this park is perfect for those who wish to experience an adrenaline rush in a world-class waterpark that is safe and inexpensive at the same time. The high-thrill dry rides of this park are the star attraction here, but it’s also famous for its numerous water rides and shows, and there are about 60 of such rides that you can enjoy here!

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Grips Go Karting

There’s more to the Garden City than meets the eye. It has an adventurous side that not many know about. Grips Go Karting is one such amazing place here that offers go-karting to adventure enthusiasts and adrenaline junkies in a fun and safe environment. Racing enthusiasts can just pick a car of their choice and try their skills at one of the most famous adventure sports in Bangalore all at a very nominal fee. There is a range of karts available here, including those with a motorless mode. Other awesome tourist places in Bangalore for this activity are Race-Race Gokarting, E-Zone Club, and Patel Karting. You can also try your hand at bowling and paintball here.

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Railway Museum

Experience a very different kind of museum visit as you walk into the rail museum, one of the most visited places to visit in Mysore. Close to the city railway station in Mysore, this museum is the second one of its kind after the first one in New Delhi. It is more like an educational and informative tour through the making and functioning of locomotives in India. This museum also exhibits ancient locomotives and carriages that are still in working form and are being used by the Indian Railways even today.

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GRS Fantasy Park

One of its kind in the city of palaces, GRS Fantasy Park becomes the most exciting and enthralling tourist destinations to be visited in Mysore. With a number of land and water rides, it is a hub that will surely excite kids and satisfy their adventure levels beyond delight. It is a one stop destination that will occupy your entire day and make it a fun filled experience. This awesome fantasy park is a bridge between the modern and historical Mysore that we all know off.

How To Reach Karnataka

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By Air

"Karnataka is easily accessible by air, as it has several airports, including one of the best in the world, Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport. Other airports are Belgaum Airport, Belgaum Hubli Airport, Hubli- Dharwad Mysore Airport, Mysore Vidyanagar Airport, Toranagallu"

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By Train

Bengaluru's City Railway Station is the most important railway station in the city. The railways link cities from all over the country to Karnataka.

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By Road

By route, Karnataka is well connected to the rest of the country. Many of the major cities, as well as well-known tourist destinations, are accessible by road. The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) operates buses that travel both interstate and intrastate. National Highways in Karnataka stretch for 3973 kilometers and pass through many small towns and districts.

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Things To Do In Karnataka

Corbett National Park, Ranthambore National Park, Bandipur National Park, Keoladeo Ghana National Park, Nagarhole National Park, Sariska National Park, and Kaziranga National Park are a few famous wildlife sanctuaries in India.

Popular beaches in India are Varkala in Kerala, Gokarna in Karnataka, Palolem in Goa, Tarkarli in Maharashtra, Agonda in Goa, Arambol in Goa, and Anjuna in Goa.

Famous hill stations in India are Manali in Himachal, Ooty in Tamil Nadu, Darjeeling in West Bengal, Leh Ladak in Jammu and Kashmir, Mussoorie and Auli in Uttarakhand, and Mcleodganj in Himachal.

The best time to visit India depends largely on the weather, so from late October till early April, the weather remains pleasant.

Yes, India has a plethora of adventure sports such as trekking, hiking, paragliding, caving, parasailing, flyboarding, skydiving, flying fox, rock climbing, scuba diving, and bungee jumping.

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