5 Best Places In Mysuru For Stunning Instagram Photos

Mysuru The “Plaza City” is a photographer’s dream come true for Instagrammers. The culture, the architecture and the unspoiled nature make it a photographer’s dream. 

Mysuru has it all, whether you’re after royal beauty or street lighting or serene forest view. From old sites to unvisited, these seven attractions in Mysuru are gonna put you on the Instagram podium. So bring your camera or phone and let’s make this Instagrammable experience happen. 

1.  Mysore Palace  

It is impossible to talk about Mysuru without talking about its diamond, the Mysore Palace. This masterpiece is a mystery in a photo: Indo-Saracenic, Hindu, Muslim and Gothic. 

Visit in the morning and photograph the gold domes and carved-work under a clear sky. The best place to visit is at night with over 97,000 lights on throughout the palace. And it’s an image so enticing, it is a fairy tale. 

Schedule: 10:00 a.m.- 5:30 p.m.  

Images Recommended Times to Visit: Late evening lighting (7pm on Sundays and weekends) 

Feature Highlights: Arched entrance, stained glass, carvings, bright lights. 

2.  Brindavan Gardens  

On an island 21 km from the metropolis, Brindavan Gardens has its own aura. Because of its equal layout, fountains and flower beds, it is the most photographed place in Mysuru. 

Go back for the fountain show at night, the water moving to a song under the LEDs and a great place for video and long exposure shots. 

  • The time of opening: 6:30 am — 9:00 pm. 
  • The Right Place to Take Photos: After the fountain show in the late afternoon or evening. 
  • Principal Features: Linear Gardens, Night-lighted Fountains, lush Greenery. 

3.  Chamundi Hills  

For the sweeping panoramic city and a dash of spirituality then you’ve come to the right place at Chamundi Hills. Chamundeshwari Temple atop the hill is a sacred site and also a good picture location. 

Don’t miss the famous Nandi statue halfway up the hill. It’s made of one granite slab, which is popular among visitors who come looking for unusual pictures. 

  • Elevation: About 1,000 metres high.  
  • When to take Photos: Sunrise and sunset Golden Hour Light. 
  • Highlights: Views of Mount Everest, Chamundeshwari Temple and the great statue of Nandi. 

4.  St. Philomena’s Church  

The Gothic church is one of the largest in India and neo-Gothic in style. Its arched and stained-glass windows paint beautiful scenes, indoors and out. 

You want to be close enough to the twin towers on the far horizon for a real impact shot, or notice the design of the facade. 

  • Schedule: 5:00am-6:00pm  
  • The Ideal Time to Photograph: very early in the morning. 
  • Type: Two spires, stained glass, Gothic style. 

5.Rail Museum Mysuru  

The Rail Museum for some nostalgic, older vibes. This less well-known secret has vintage locomotives, coaches and rail wares to snag on Instagram. 

The graffitied trains and yeoman vibe makes it a different place to just walk around and take photos. 

  • Open: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m (closed Monday) 
  • Arrive in the Light: In the middle of the day. 
  • Highlights: Old locomotives, colonial carriages, railway relics. 

Instagram Tips in Mysuru for Good Instagram Photos:-. 

  • Time is the Friend: Make sure you visit at golden hour (early morning or late afternoon) to catch the best light. 
  • Mix in with Locals: interact with people to get candid, true-to-life shots — especially at markets or in culture areas. 
  • Don’t Forget Accessories: Take a Mysuru silk scarf or umbrella for an extra-professional touch to your portraits. 
  • Slightly Correct: Add color and details without changing the reality of the photo. 

 

Mysuru is the land of immortal reminiscence and wonder. Every place gives a different version of the city’s culture and elegance, and so your feed is filled with sensational shots. 

So put your bags on hold, plug in your mobile phones and get ready to hit the sex- side of Mysuru 

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