Mysuru district’s tourism sector has received a significant boost with the official approval of 13 new tourist destinations under the Karnataka Tourism Policy 2024-29. This initiative is expected to further promote the district’s tourism potential.
13 New Tourist Attractions in Mysuru:
St. Philomena’s Church
Mysuru Railway Museum
Oriental Research Institute (ORI) Museum
Suttur Veerasimhasana Math
Ganapati Sachchidananda Ashram
R.K. Narayan’s House
Mysore Sugar Factory Museum
Uttanahalli Jwalamukhi Tripurasundari Ammanavara Temple
Piriyapatna Sidilu Mallikarjunaswamy Temple
T. Narasipura Mahalakshmi Sametha Gunjanarasimhaswamy Temple
K.R. Nagar Arkeshwara Swamy Temple
Sarguru Beladakuppe Mahadeshwaraswamy Temple
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The Commissioner of the Tourism Department, Dr. K.V. Rajendra, has instructed the District Collector to prepare an action plan, cost estimates, and maps for the development of these sites. Following technical scrutiny, the proposals will be submitted for approval. READ ALSO: PoK is Like a Room in Our House, We Must Reclaim It: Mohan Bhagwat
These new additions complement Mysuru’s iconic attractions like the Amba Vilas Palace, Chamundeshwari Temple, and Chamundi Hills, promising to enhance the district’s appeal to tourists. With additional funding, these efforts are expected to contribute significantly to the overall development of Mysuru’s tourism sector.