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The Wildlife Escapade !!
Day 01 Delhi
Arrive at Delhi.You will be greeted on arrival at the International Airport. Our representative will help you with your transfer to your hotel where you can relax. Spend the night at your hotel in Delhi. Delhi: Delhi is the capital of India and its third largest city. Delhi, the seat of one of the world’s largest democracies is a combination of “Old Delhi”/ the capital of Muslim India and “New Delhi” the imperial city created as the nation’s capital by the British. There’s a unique blend of tradition and modernity. Here one can see mingling of many cultures, languages, traditions and people in complete harmony. Overnight will be at Delhi. Day 02 Delhi
Breakfast will be at hotel. Later proceed for sightseeing tour of Delhi visiting, Red Fort: Red Fort or Lal Quila as it is more popularly known is a masterpiece of architecture and one of the most haunting spots for tourists from both India and abroad. This colossal fort on the banks of the river Yamuna, built by Shahjahan as the citadel of the 17th Century Delhi is a significant link between the past and the present, for it is from here that the prime minister of India addresses the people on the Independence Day (August 15th). Mughal Emperor Shahjahan started construction of the Red Fort in 1638, which was completed in 1648. Raj Ghat: The mortal remains of Mahatma Gandhi were cremated on this spot on the west bank of the river Yamuna on the evening of January 31, 1948. A simple open platform inscribed with the Mahatma's last words, 'Hey Ram' (Oh God) is set in a garden with fountains and a variety of exotic trees. Jama Masjid: It is the largest mosque in India. Located in Old Delhi, the mosque has the capacity to accommodate 25000 devotees. Jama Masjid was completed in 1656 AD and it was again the great Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan behind this architectural masterpiece. Close to some 5000 craftsmen were involved in the construction of the mosque. Jama Masjid is also called the Friday congregational mosque.
Kutub Minar / The tallest Stone tower in India The Parliamentary Building The Rashtrapathi Bhavan / The President's Residence Come back to your Hotel for a good night's sleep, to let the amazing day's visits sink in. Day 03 Delhi - Jaipur
By Road Distance 250 kms/4 hrs Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the hotel. Later we head to the Pink City Of Rajasthan, Jaipur. Briefing (Jaipur): The origins of the beautiful city of Jaipur can be traced back to the eighteenth century, during the reign of Jai Singh II who ascended the Amber throne in 1699. Jaipur today, epitomizes the spirit of Rajputana. In/spite of growing into a bustling metropolis, it still retains its character and history / A beautiful fusion of the yesteryears and modernity. Jaipur is popularly known as the Pink City because of the extensive use of the locally abundant pink plastered stone, painted so in honor of the visit of the royal consort of Queen Victoria. In the evening, we will take you to the Birla Temple to know more about the fascinating religious life of Jaipur. Briefing (Birla Temple): The marble structure, built as recently as 1985, houses ornate statues including one of Lakshmi (goddess of Wealth and Beauty) and Narayan dressed in gaudy robes, representing a Hindu vision of heavenly luxury. Carvings in the temple and on pillars supporting the covered walkways include images of the Hindu pantheon, as well as Jesus, the Blessed Virgin Mary and St Francis of Assisi. Your visit will coincide with the AARTI Ceremony, which involves oil lamps being lit and waved, in order to awake and invoke the deity. Enjoy the experience and spend night at Jaipur. This evening spend your night at Jaipur Day 04 Jaipur
This morning have a heavy break fast as we start the day's excursion with Amber Fort Palace: Amber Fort Palace: – Amber is the classic romantic Rajasthani fort palace. Its construction was started by Man Singh I in 1592, and completed by his descendent Jai Singh I. Its forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise where a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds its ultimate expression. CITY PALACE / A delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture, the City Palace sprawls over one/seventh of the area in the walled city. It houses the Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple and the City Palace Museum. JANTAR MANTAR / This is the largest and the best preserved of the five observatories built by Jai Singh II in different parts of the country. This observatory consisting of outsized astronomical instruments is still in use. HAWA MAHAL / The ornamental facade of this "Palace of Winds" is a prominent landmark in Jaipur. It is a five/storey structure of sandstone plastered pink encrusted with fine trelliswork and elaborate balconies. The palace has 953 niches and windows. Built in 1799 by Pratap Singh, the Mahal was a royal grandstand for the palace women. This afternoon is free for you to relax shop or explore independently. Shopping is superb in Jaipur, particularly for gold and silver jewellery, pottery, tie/dye materials, silk, saris, wooden handicrafts and carpets. While you cherish your memories, spending your night at the hotel, we will be ready with new places tomorrow morning. Day 05 Jaipur – Ranthambore National Park
By Road Have a relaxed morning at the hotel and enjoy your breakfast. Later proceed to Ranthambore National Park. Day 06 Ranthambore National Park
Enjoy an early morning jeep safari at the national park. Return back to the resort for breakfast. Later in the afternoon, after lunch proceed for second jeep safari in the National park. Return back to the resort and spend night. Day 07 Ranthambore National Park - Agra
By Road After a sumptuous breakfast at the resort, proceed for Agra. En/route visit Fatehpur Sikri. Briefing (Fatehpur Sikri) / Fatehpur Sikri is 37 km west of Agra. Jajal/ud/din/Muhammad Akbar, Humanyun's son, accessed the throne at the tender age of 14. While hunting around Sikri his curiosity was aroused by the songs of some minstrels about the celebrated Khwaja /Mu'inu'd/din Chisti, the founder of the Chisti order of SUFIS. Akbar, who was without a male heir heard about Saint Salim Chisti and visited him in the year 1568. Continue your drive to Agra Briefing (Agra) Agra: The overwhelming is the exquisite beauty and presence of this marble mausoleum that centuries later today, even the very land where it has been located / Agra / has been immortalized as the City of the Taj. Yet, it doesn’t take much for the roving eye to discover that there's more to Agra than just the fabled Taj Mahal. The city is a virtual gateway to a world of discovery… a freeze/frame from a resplendent era that's long since gone by. In the great epic 'Mahabharat' the region of Agra is described as 'Agraban' (an integral part of the Brij Bhumi or the land of Lord Krishna). The latter part of Indian history outlines the origins of Agra to 1475 A.D., when the reign of Raja Badal Singh. However, Agra came into limelight during the rule of Afghan King Sikandar Lodhi / who had made it the capital of his empire.Later in 1526 A.D., the Mughal Emperor Babar took upon himself the task for rendering Agra, a unique character and beauty of its own. The visionary that he was and a great patron of the arts, Emperor Babar brought in a change in the culture and life/style among the people of Agra, which then brought forth some of the finest craftsmen, artists, statesmen, warriors and nobility, this part of India had ever witnessed. The golden age of Agra's history, thus began to set in. The next few hundred years of Agra witnessed the rise of the pomp and pageantry of three great Mughal monarchs / Emperor Akbar, Jahangir and Shah Jahan / all of whom lavished on this fabled city, their love and riches immeasurable to transform the land into one of the great centers of art, culture, learning and commerce. Enjoy a cultural show by Kala Kriti. Overnight will be at Agra. Day 08 Agra
After breakfast, proceed for the most awaited tour of the wonderful city visiting Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Sikandara. Taj Mahal: Standing majestically on the banks of River Yamuna, the Taj Mahal is synonymous with love and romance. It is believed that the name "Taj Mahal" was derived from the name of Shah Jahan wife Mumtaz Mahal and means "Crown Palace". The purity of the white marble, the exquisite ornamentation, precious gemstones used and its picturesque location, all make Taj Mahal travel gain a place amongst the most popular ones. However, unless and until, one knows the love story behind the Tajmahal of India, it will come up as just a beautiful building. But, the love behind this outstanding monument is what has given a life to this monument. Sikandara: Sikandara, near Agra, is famous for the beautiful mausoleum of Mughal Emperor Akbar. Construction of this aesthetic monument was planned and started by Akbar himself. But Akbar died before his mausoleum could be completed and his son Jahangir completed it. While executing the dream of Akbar, Jahangir made many modifications in the original plan of the building. Akbar's mausoleum at Sikandara is a unique pyramidal tomb structure. The architectural specifications of the tomb shows that the structure is a perfect blend of Hindu, Islamic, Buddhist, and Jain motifs, thus reflecting the spirit of religious toleration, which Akbar practiced during his reign. A remarkable feature of this multistoried building is the presence of three/storey/minarets on its four corners. These minarets are built in red sandstone with stunning inlay work of marble. The mausoleum is surrounded by a beautiful garden, providing a tranquil ambience to the last abode of this great ruler. Agra Fort: Built principally as a military establishment by Akbar in 1565, the red sandstone Agra fort was partially converted into a palace during Shah Jahan's time. Though the principal structure was built by Akbar, many more additions were made by his grandsons. This massive fort is 2.5 kms long and is considered as the predecessor of the Delhi Red fort. Overnight will be at Agra. Day 09 Agra - Jhansi
By Train Jhansi – Orcha – Khajuraho Breakfast will be at the hotel. Later transfer to the railway station to board train for Jhansi. On arrival at Jhansi railway station you will be met and assisted. Start your drive to Khajuraho en/routing Orcha. Day 10 Khajuraho - Bandhavgarh
By Road Have your breakfast at the hotel. Later proceed for sightseeing tour of Western Group of Temples. After sightseeing, start your drive to Bandhavgarh National Park. Briefing (Bandhavgarh National Park): Bandhavgarh National Park is spread at vindhya hills in Madhya Pradesh. Bandhavgarh National Park consists of a core area of 105 sq km and a buffer area of approximately 400 sq km of topography varies between steep ridges, undulating, forest and open meadows. Bandhavgarh National Park is known for the Royal Bengal Tigers. The density of the Tiger population at Bandhavgarh is the highest known in India. Bandhavgarh National Park was the former hunting preserve of the Maharaja of Rewa and at present is a famous natural hub for White Tigers. White Tigers, now a major attraction around the world's zoos, were first discovered in Rewa, not far from here. The terrain is broken, with rocky hill ranges, running roughly east west, interspersed with grassy swamps and forested valleys. Bandhavgarh National Park is one of the finest national park in the India and has the distinction of harboring the highest concentration of tigers per unit area of forest. The Bandhavgarh National Park is spread over on area of 448 sq km with a cross area of 105 sq km. At the center of the park is the bandhavgarh hill, rising 811 meters above sea level and surrounding it are a sloping valleys, These valleys end in small, swampy meadows locally known as “bohera”. Bandhavgarh was declared a national park in 1968. Since then many steps have been taken to retain Bandhavgarh National Park as an unspoilt national habitat for a variety of wildlife peculiar to the area. These include gaur (Indian bison), sloth bear, leopard, porcupine, wild boar, sambhar and spotted deer, among others and of course, the tiger. Overnight will be at the resort. Day 11 Bandhavgarh National Park
Enjoy morning safari inside the Jungle. Later proceed to visit the Bandhavgarh Fort. Bandhavgarh Fort: No records exist to show when Bandhavgarh Fort was built, in Bandhavgarh National Park. It is believed to be 2000 years old, and there are references to it in the Narad/Panch Ratra and Shiv Purana, which are very ancient books. According to mythology, Lord Rama, of the epic Ramayana, after defeating the demon King, Ravana of Lanka, stopped here and had the Fort built. He then handed it to his brother Lakshmana to keep a watch over Lanka. That is why the name Bandhavgarh which means Brother's Fort (Bandhav = Brother , Garh = Fort). Lakshmana became known as Bandhavdhish or "Lord of the Fort," and is worshipped as the God of the Fort in a temple which exists till date in the Fort. The title of Bandhavdhish is still used by the present Maharaja of Rewa. One/hour trek up the fort is worth the effort, therefore one need to be reasonably fit. The charm of this trek lies in discovering these monuments in the jungle, unspoiled and unexplored. Overnight will be at the resort. Day 12 Bandhavgarh National Park
Breakfast will be at the resort. Enjoy two safaris in the national park. Lunch and dinner will be at the resort. Spend night at the Resort. Day 13 Bandhavgarh - Kahna National Park
By Road Breakfast will be at the resort. Later drive to Kanha National Park. Situated in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, the picturesque Kanha National Park was the inspiration behind Rudyard Kipling's unforgettable classic Jungle Book. The romance of the Kanha National Park has not reduced over time/it is still as beautiful. If one were to point to the middle of India, chances are he will pick out the forests of the Banjar and the Halon valley, the two forming the western and eastern halves of the Kanha Tiger Reserve, which have long been famous for their wide diversity of wildlife. The park was created in 1955 by a special law and, since then, it has dedicated itself in preserving a variety of animal species. Many endangered species have indeed been saved here. Today Kanha is among the few most scenic and beautiful wildlife reserves in Asia. This 'Tiger Country' is the ideal home for both predator and prey. By far the most striking features of this region are the open grassy meadows, where sighting blackbuck, swamp deer, sambhar and chital is common. And, if one can transcend into time, a barefooted Mowgli would perhaps come padding along the dusty trail, for this is the land of Kipling's Jungle Book. There are numerous Tiger reserves in India, that are preserving this ferocious beast, but nowhere can you see them as often, and as regularly as in Kanha National Park. Located in the Mandla district of Madhya Pradesh, Kanha national park cum Tiger reserve extends over an area of over 1,940/sq/kms. The major feature of this region's interesting topography is the horseshoe shape valley and the whole park area is surrounded by the spurs of the Mekal. The Surpan River meanders through Kanha's central Maidans, grasslands that cover the extensive plateau. Steep rocky escrapments along the edges offer breathtaking views of the valley. The main wildlife attractions in the park are tiger, bison, gaur, sambhar, chital, barasingha, barking deer, black deer, black buck, chousingha, nilgai, mouse deer, sloth bear, jackal fox, porcupine, hyena, jungle cat, python, pea fowl, hare, monkey, mongoose, tiger, and leopard. Overnight will be at the resort.
Day 14 Kahna National Park
Breakfast will be at the resort. Enjoy two safaris in the National Park (Morning & late Afternoon). Lunch and dinner will be at the resort. Overnight will be at Kanha. Day 15 Kahna National Park - Nagpur
By Road Nagpur – Mumbai Breakfast will be at the resort. Later drive to Nagpur to connect flight for Mumbai. Briefing (Mumbai): It is the capital of Maharastra State and the gateway to this beguiling subcontinent. Of the four great cities in India, Mumbai is the most cosmopolitan, spear heading India's move into the 21st century. The word Mumbai is derived from Mumbadevi, the patron goddess of the Koli fisherfolk, the oldest inhabitants of Mumbai. The name Mumbai, in its final form, dates back to the 18th century. For Portuguese, the name Bombay is Good Bay ("Bom" "Bay" Good Bay). Mumbai is a cluster of seven islands. These islands of no great value were ceded to Portuguese in 1534 by the Sultan of Gujarat. The Portuguese in turn gave these islands to Englands's Chareless II as part of the wedding dowry of Catherine of Braganza when she married England’s Charles II in 1661. In 1668, the British government leased the islands to the East India Company for 10 pounds per annum in the form of gold and Mumbai grew gradually to become centre of trade. Reach and check in at the hotel. Spend night at Mumbai. Day 16 Mumbai
Have a comfortable morning at the hotel and enjoy your breakfast. Later proceed for sightseeing tour of Mumbai. Mumbai Fort: The area north of Colaba is known as Mumbai Fort, since the old British fort was once located here. There are a lot of impressive buildings from Mumbai's golden period here. St. John's church, dedicated to the soldiers, who laid down their lives in the Sindh campaign of 1838, and the first Afghan war of 1843, is also worth a visit. Gateway of India: Mumbai's principal landmark, the Gateway of India is a huge archway on the water's edge at Apollo Bunder. It is the starting point for most tourists who want to explore the city. This famous monument was built to commemorate the visit of the first ever British Monarch, King George V and Queen Mary in 1911. The Gateway was built by the British and designed by the architect George Wittet. The first stone was laid by the then Governor of Bombay on March 31st, 1913. The Gate was formally opened in 1924. Flora Fountain/ Hutama Chowk: This fountain situated in the heart of the city was erected in 1869 in honour of a British Governor of Bombay. Sir Brtle Frere. Flora Fountain marks a junction of five streets and known as the 'Picadilly Circus 'of Mumbai, which is decorated at its four corners with mythological figures, the Fountain is a structure in dull stone with a figure the Roman Goddess of flowers, at the top. Hanging Gardens in Mumbai: On the Western side of the top of Malabar Hills, opposite the Kamala Nehru Park, lies the hanging gardens or the terraced gardens. Also called the Ferozeshah Mehta Gardens, this is a beautiful place to experience the sunset across the horizon of the Arabian Sea. These are called hanging gardens because they are located on the slope of a hill. The Hanging Gardens was built early in the 1880’s, over Mumbai’s main reservoir. It is often said that these gardens wee made with the purpose to cover the water from the contaminating activities of the nearby Towers of Silence. Victoria Terminus/Western Railway Station: Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus is popularly known by its acronym VT. Being the headquarters of the Central Railways in India, it is the western/most end point of the division and also the southern end point of the central and harbor lines of Mumbai's metropolitan rail transport system. A blend of Victorian Italianate Gothic Revival architecture and traditional Indian architecture/is displayed by the wood carving, tiles, ornamental iron and brass railings, grills and balustrades in the station It showcases advanced technical and structural designs There is a statue of Queen Victoria on the dome of the station. The first steam train in India// from Mumbai to Thane was flagged off from here in 1853. It is one of the Mumbai's most prominent buildings and architecturally one of the finest stations in the world. It is built in a style that combines Gothic and Indian influences. It was completed in 1885. Designed by F.W. Stevens the building commenced in 1878. Rajabai Clock tower: Rajabai Clock tower, situated at the gardens of the Bombay University building rises above the portion of the library section. Consisting of five elaborately decorated storeys the tower is 280ft.in height. The top of the cupola is ornamented with sixteen statues depicting various Indian castes. Return back to the hotel and overnight. Day 17 Mumbai - Bangalore
Have your breakfast at the hotel and later proceed for the airport to connect flight for Bangalore. Briefing (Bangalore): The progressive and modern city of Bangalore is the state capital, being located within India's Karnataka state. Many things that are considered to be 'taboo' and off/limits in India have become acceptable in Bangalore, offering a refreshing and more relaxed atmosphere than other nearby cities. Founded at the beginning of the 16th century, Bangalore is often referred to as the country 'Garden City', due to its high concentration of parks and green spaces. Reach and check in at the hotel. Proceed for sightseeing tour of Bangalore. Vidhan Soubha: Vidhana Soudha counts amongst the most impressive as well as the most magnificent buildings in the Bangalore city of India. It is mainly famous for housing the Legislative Chambers of the state government. Constructed purely out of granite and porphyry, Vidhana Soudha is adorned with four domes on its four corners. Embellishing the entrance of the buildings is the Four/headed Lion, the national symbol of India. The three hundred rooms of Vidhan Soudha accommodate approximately twenty/two departments of the state government. Lal Bagh: Hyder Ali, the Emperor of Mysore, laid down the foundation of the Lalbagh Botanical Gardens in the 18th century. The gardens were later completed by his son, Tipu Sultan. He imported trees and plants from different countries of the world, like Persia, Afghanistan and France, to add to the wealth of the Lalbagh Botanical Gardens of Bangalore. The gardens encircle one of the towers erected by Kempe Gowda, the founder of Bangalore. Given below is more information on the Lal Bagh Garden of Bangalore, India. The others attractions of the Lalbagh Botanical Gardens include the Lal Bagh Rock, one of the oldest rock formations on earth. It is believed to be approximately 3000 million years old. Overnight will be at Bangalore. Day 18 Bangalore - Nagarhole National Park
Have your breakfast at the hotel and proceed for sightseeing of Tipu’s Fort & Palace. Tipu’s Fort & Palace: Tipu Sultan Fort was initially built by Kempe Gowda, the founder of Bangalore. The fort was later extended by Tipu Sultan, the Emperor of Mysore. Situated near the City Market, the fort dates back to the year 1537. It was here that Hyder Ali, the father of Tipu Sultan, imprisoned David Baird, along with a number of other army officers of the British. The Fort stands as a witness to the struggle of the Mysore Emperor against the British domination. Read on to know more about Tipu Sultan Fort and Palace of Bangalore, India. The intricately carved arches of the Tipu Sultan Fort have been built as per the Islamic style. Another major attraction of the fort is the well/preserved Ganapati temple situated inside it. Within the fort lies Tipu Sultan palace, which dates back to year 1790. Built entirely of teakwood, the palace was constructed as the summer residence of Tipu Sultan. The two/storied palace stands adorned with pillars, arches and balconies. Later drive to Nagarhole National Park. Briefing (Nagarhole National Park): Nagarhole national park (NNP), the enchanting 247 square/mile park in Karnataka has an astonishing abundance of wildlife including large mammals such as tiger, leopard, wild elephant, dhole (Indian wild dog), and gaur (Indian bison). Other species present are chital spotted deer, muntjac (barking deer), mouse deer, four/horned antelope, wild boar, sloth bear, hyena, mongoose, civet, otter, and more. The landscape is one of gentle slopes and shallow valleys. Dry deciduous forest trees are leafless in the summer rather than in the winter. There are grassy swamps where the soil is clayey, perennially moist, and which support a luxuriant growth of green grass all year. The change in terrain throughout the park in refreshing and the river system provides a unique wildlife viewing experience. Nagarhole National park derives its name from the combination of two Kannada words. 'Nagar,' meaning snake, and 'hole,' meaning streams. True to its name, quite a few serpentine streams fork through the rich tropical forests of the park. Nagarhole Park was set up in 1955. In 1975, its area was increased to include a greater expanse of forest reserve. The original forest was once an exclusive hunting ground for the erstwhile Maharajas of Mysore. The park has been recently renamed as Rajiv Gandhi NationalPark after the late Prime Minister of India. Overnight will be at the resort. Day 19 Nagarhole National Park - Bandipur National Park
Breakfast at the hotel and later proceed for the drive of Bandipur National park. Check in at the hotel. Later proceed for a Jeep Safari in the evening for Bandipur National Park. Briefing(Bandipur National Park):Is one of India's best known protected areas and is an important Project Tigerreserve. It is located in the Chamarajanagar district of southern Karnataka in South India, The park stretches over 874 square kilometres (337 sq mi), protecting the wildlife of Karnataka.Together with the adjoining with the Nagarhole National Park The rivers Kabini, Nagur and Moyar flow through the reserve. The park is open throughout the year but the best time to visit is in monsoon from June to September when wildlife is plenty and forest is green. Greenery is quite lean when viewed from road but gets thicker as we proceed into the forest. There are several species of valuable timber trees.There are also several notable flowering and fruiting trees and shrubs There is a large population of Elephants and Significant numbers of Predator species of Mammals live in the park including: Tiger, Leopard, Sloth Bear, Chevrotain, Dhole and Hyena. Prey species of grazing Ungulates includingGaur, Sambar (deer), Chital, Wild boar, Barking deer and Four/horned Antelope are common in the park. Overnight will be at Bandipur. Day 20 Bandipur - Mysore
By Road Have your breakfast at the hotel and proceed for morning Jeep Safari to the Bandipur National Park. Return back to the hotel for lunch and drive for Mysore. Briefing (Mysore): Mysore capital city of the Wodeyars, Adobe of untold grandeur and glory, where the rich heritage of the Wodeyars is carefully preserved to this day in its magnificent places, beautifully laid/out gardens, imposing buildings, board shady avenues and sacred temples. Mysore Dasara is the celebration of this victory of good over evil. Mysore also has associations with the Mahabharata and King Ashoka of the 3rd century B.C. during the Wodeyar rule Mysore reached the zenith of its glory as a fabled centre of oriental splendor. Overnight will at Mysore. Day 21 Mysore
Have a leisurely breakfast at the hotel and later proceed for the sightseeing of Mysore Palace,Brindavan Garden,Chamundi Hills and Arts Gallery. Mysore Palace: The Maharaja's Palace is one of the important sights in Mysore. Built in Indo/Saracenic style with domes, turrets, arches and colonnades,the Palace is a treasure house of exquisite carvings and works of art from all over the world. Intricately carved doors open on to luxuriously furnished rooms. The majestic Durbar Hall has an ornate ceiling and many sculpted pillars. The magnificent jewel studded golden throne of the Wodeyars is displayed here during the Dasera festival. Illuminated on Sundays and public holidays, the palace presents a spectacle of breathtaking beauty. Chamundi Hills: A well known 335 metres high landmark, Chamundi Hill can be reached by a 13 km road or by climbing up the 1,000 steps laid out by the Mysore Maharaja in the 17th century. Half/way up along the stone steps is Nandi, Lord Shiva's Bull, a majestic 4.8 metre monolith. At the top is the 12th century temple of Chamundeshwari, the patron goddess of the Wodeyars. Close to the temple is the gigantic statue of the demon Mahishasura. The summit offers a panoramic view of Mysore's lakes, parks and palaces. Art Gallery: The Jaganmohan Palace was converted into an art gallery in 1875 and exhibits paintings which date back to that period. The artists of that time used natural vegetable and mineral dyes. The famous traditional Mysore 'gold leaf ' paintings are also exhibited in the gallery, as are oil paintings of contemporary artist like Raja Ravi Varma and Svetoslav Roerich. Day 22 Mysore - Banglore
Have your breakfast at the hotel. Later proceed for sightseeing tour of St.Philomena`s Church. : A beautiful Cathedral, reminiscent of medieval architectural style is one of the largest churches in the country. Was built between 1933 and 1941 in the gothic style, the Church is an imposing structure with stained glass window sand lofty towers this is a miniature replica of the Cologne Cathedral, the hall is huge with stained glass windows and soaring Gothic Revival arches. The biblical scenes adorn the stained glass windows. The main feature of this church is the reclining statue of St Philomena. The statue is taken out in a procession in the city streets during the fest. Later you will continue your drive for Banglore. Reach and check in at the hotel. Relax for some time. Spend evening at your own leisure in some nice pub at MG Road. Overnight will be at Bangalore Day 23 Banglore - Back Home
Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel. Later in you will be transferred to international airport to connect flight back home.
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