Epitomizing the grandeur and glory of a bygone era, Mysore, the erstwhile capital of the Wodeyars, has always enchanted travellers with its quaint charm and rich heritage. Visitors can explore the city’s magnificent palaces, silks and sandalwood offerings, sprawling gardens, broad avenues and majestic temples. Located 140 km from Bengaluru, there is an old world appeal about the ‘City of Palaces’. Mysore’s well-known attractions include the Mysore Palace, the Laughing Buddha at Happy Man Park, the Brindavan Gardens, the Railway Museum and the Ranganthittu Bird Sanctuary.