Mysore, or Mysuru as it is now called, is a beautiful city in Karnataka close to Bengaluru. Known around the world for its sandalwood, rosewood and silks, this now modern city retains its old-world charm. According to legend, in the ancient days the city was ruled by a demon. From temple visits in the morning to shopping souvenirs in evening, here’s how to make the most of a day in Mysore. Morning Start your day by visiting the Chamundi Hills which is very famous for Chamundeswari temple dedicated to Goddess Chamundeswari, an incarnation of Goddess Parvathi who took this form to destroy Mahishasura. Moving further, you will find two popular palaces, one is the Mysore Palace that is often referred to as ‘City of Palaces’, a former palace of the royal family of Mysore that is still their official residence. Get yourself a tour guide who will help you understand the history in a better way. The other is Jagan Mohan Palace which houses the Jayachamarajendra Art Gallery and one of the...