Mysore/Mysuru: Massive traffic gridlocks occurred in the Central Business District of Mysuru city last evening due to a significant influx of tourists over the weekend, posing considerable challenges for commuters, with residents also encountering difficulties. Similar traffic jams were observed today and are expected to continue this evening. Heavy traffic was witnessed around the Palace,…
Extended weekend holidays: Mysuru witnesses heavy rush of tourists
January 27, 2024Mysore/Mysuru: Just days after the new year rush and Sankranti festival weekend rush, the city is witnessing another spell of tourist rush, with all tourist spots in and around the city such as Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hill, Zoo, Karanji Lake, Brindavan Gardens, Jaganmohan Palace etc., witnessing a heavy flow of tourists since Thursday evening, with…
Mysuru brims with record tourists
January 2, 2024Mysore/Mysuru: Mysuru city which is a hub of tourists saw record number of visitors during the recently concluded Christmas vacation topping with New Year’s eve celebrations on Dec. 31, 2023. A total of 1.84 lakh tourists visited Mysore Palace, while Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens (Mysuru Zoo) saw 2.28 lakh visitors during the last week of…
Heavy footfalls boost year-end tourism
December 26, 2023Flower Show: 3.5 lakh and Mysuru Zoo: 1.02 lakh visitors in three days; KRS Dam: 12,000 per day Mysore/Mysuru: Traditionally recognised for drawing tourists during Dasara and summer holidays, Mysuru has evolved into a popular year-end destination, a trend that has continued this year. As of Christmas, all categories of hotels and resorts in Mysuru…
Mysuru gets new brand logo; Mascot is ‘Gajju’ the elephant
December 11, 2023Tagline ‘Our Heritage Your Destination’ with logo to be integrated into all promotional efforts Mysore/Mysuru: With an aim to establish a distinct brand identity for Mysuru, making it instantly recognisable on the global stage, a new Brand Mysuru logo and an accompanying tagline for brand promotion were unveiled by Minister for Tourism H.K. Patil. The…
Tourism Dept. plans to flaunt Mysuru on a global scale
December 11, 2023Mascot ‘Gajju’ to be an integral part of Mysuru’s identity Mysore/Mysuru: Mysuru, known for its majestic Palaces and rich cultural tapestry, is set to embark on a transformative journey to establish itself as a global tourism destination. The Tourism Department has revealed a comprehensive strategy to promote the distinctive logo and tagline to foster a…
Friendly ecosystem sought to bolster Mysuru tourism
September 23, 2023Tourism Development Advisory Committee mooted to air suggestions to Government Mysore/Mysuru: In a proactive move to invigorate tourism in Mysuru, the Tourism Department has initiated collaborations with various associations and organisations. At the pre-World Tourism Day meeting held at KSTDC Mayura Yatri Nivas Hotel on JLB Road on Thursday, Joint Director of the Tourism Department,…
Install directional signboards at 200 crucial locations: Mysuru DC
September 17, 2023Uniformly designed signboards to help tourists locate popular scenic attractions Mysore/Mysuru: As the city of Mysuru eagerly anticipates the upcoming Dasara festivities, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Dr. K.V. Rajendra has called upon officials to devise a comprehensive plan aimed at enhancing navigation and infrastructure throughout the city. During a meeting held recently at the KSWAN Video…
Tourist spots at a glance in Mysuru Railway Station
August 6, 2023Wall paintings of Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hill, Dodda Gadiyara are a big hit among tourists Mysore/Mysuru: World-renowned Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hill and Nandi Hill are among several prominent tourist spots in the State, especially in Mysuru and visitors can now witness these attractions all in one place, depicted as beautiful wall paintings at the Mysuru…
Mysuru Tourism Circuit proposal takes shape
January 28, 2023Tourism Department working out finer details like package pricing; KSTDC to implement Circuit comprises heritage, culture, adventure, cuisine, spiritual, wellness, wildlife experiences Mysore/Mysuru: The Budget announcement made by Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai on March 4, 2022, to develop Mysuru-Srirangapatna-Hassan-Belur-Halebeedu tourism circuit along with Hampi-Badami-Aihole-Pattadakal-Vijayapura Tourist Circuit is finally taking shape with the Tourism Office in…
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