Mysore’s Chamundi Hills is one of the bigger attractions in this royal city. And the attractions on top of this hill include a statute of the demi-god Mahishasura, Chamundeshwari temple, a Nandi statue and sweeping views of Mysore from the top of the hill.
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| When you get to Chamundi Hill, you’ll have to get by this demon king first. |
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| On the way to the top of the 3000-odd foot Chamundi Hill. |
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King Mahishasura.
He’s not caged. The scaffolding is a sign that Dussehra is around the corner (for, that was when we visited there, last) and the Asura is getting ready for a coat of paint. |
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| First look at the temple tower of Chamundeshwari Temple, up on the Chamundi Hills |
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| Chamundeshwari is considered the guardian angel of the ‘City of Mysore.’ She is also said to be one of the chief deities of the Mysore Maharajas. |
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| Offerings for the Goddess. |
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| The 7-storey gopura of the temple. |
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| The temple car; the goddess’ chariot. |
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| This wooden chariot is also called ‘Simha Vahana.’ |
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| The Simha Vahana up close. |
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| The back side of the temple. |
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| Come back (next week) to see the vistas from Chamundi Hills. |
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You might also want to check out:
- A few glimpses of the magnificent Mysore Palace HERE
- Lalith Mahal Palace – The guest house of the Mysore Royals HERE
Wonderful captures, Divya. Seems like it wasn't crowded when you visited.
Actually it was (it was a Sunday) but I got lucky with the pictures. 😉
It was the mid day temperatures that was bad that day.
Very nice pictures D 🙂
Thank you, Shweta. 🙂
Brilliant clicks.
Thanks Shrinidhi.
I hope you are doing good. 🙂
Such lovely clicks. Haven't been there till now.
Such lovely clicks. Haven't been there till now.
Sometime when you're really bored and want to spend a weekend away, just drive down to Mysore, Rachna. 🙂
Thank you so much. 🙂
Truly wonderful captures.. but how is it that you have managed to avoid the crowd… entirely !
The place is looking serene and calm which it certainly is 🙂 I specially liked the first look pic of the Temple and the pic of the offering samagri 🙂
The demon is Mahishasur I think ..
I just avoided taking the crowds.
The offerings picture is one of my favourites too. Love the colours in it.
Yes, the demon is Mahishasura. 🙂
Thank you, Kokila. 🙂
Thank you, Kokila. 🙂
Lovely pics, and lmao at "he's not caged"! 🙂 The back side of the temple looks breathtakingly stunning. Beautiful post.
haha! 😀
Thank you Ami. 🙂
Rare views. Never seen the closeup like this before. 🙂
Thank you, Indrani. 🙂
Majestic temple.
It is. The gopuram look impressive. I guess all gopurams are. 🙂
Thank you Paresh.
Never climbed the Chamundi hills even after so many visits to Mysore.. but sure next time… This looks like my kind of place 🙂
I climbed down the hill once — took those 1000 steps down. When I was in college. It's fun when you have company.
Any place is your kind of place, Prasad. :)You'll get to take lots of great pictures up there. You should see the views from up there.
nice post………………
Thank you, Harshita.:)
Welcome here.
Majestic temple , a place to visit
Yeah, it is pretty majestic. I've been there before, but it was this time that I actually looked at that gopuram properly.
Thank you for stopping by, Yogi. 🙂
The temple looks so gorgeous! Great shots!
Thanks Moon.
Welcome to Tipsy from the TRIP. 🙂
Love the shots DN. Brings out the beauty of the place! What beautiful sculptures on the temple car!
Yeah, the work on the car is amazing. Wood sculpture!!
Thanks a ton, Meoww. 🙂
Lovely photo essay!
Thank you SO much, Magiceye. 🙂
Lovely pictures. This is definitely a must visit place in Mysore.
Thank you.
It sure is. 🙂
Amazing captures.
Thank you, Rajesh. 🙂
Divya: This is a superb series of clear crisp beautiful pictures from Chamundi Hills.
Thank you so much, Ram.
I have another post coming up with the awesome views from the hill. 🙂
Gorgeous set of images, set a feast to watch.
Thank you, Mridula. 🙂
Lovely pics Mam
Bikram's
Maam? Whose that? 😀
Thank you, Bikram. 🙂
Nice Pictures! Keep travelling
Thank you, Umang.
Great shots…I remember going there as a kid
Thank you, Rathina Sankari.
Welcome here.
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