Mysore is originated from the word ‘Mysuru’ derived from Mahishasura, the demon, who was killed by the Goddess Chamundeshwari Devi on the top of Chamundi hills. From then on, the day was celebrated as a victory over evil and Chamundeshwari Devi receive prayers with utmost devotion at temple located on top of the Chamundi hills. Mysore is popularly known as the ‘City of Palaces’ as many large palaces are built across the Mysore kingdom. Mysore is the headquarters of the Mysore District and it is 150km far in distance from the Bangalore city.
One should visit the most famous places in Mysore to retain the charm of its history are Ambavilas known as ‘Mysore Palace’, Tippu Sultan Palace, Chamundi hills, Nandi, Sri Ranganathaswamy temple, Chamundeshwari temple, Museum, St. Philomena’s Roman Catholic Cathedral, Brindavan gardens with musical fountain show. You can visit all these places by Car and Bus services.
Ooty is the place of earth covered with greenery which is popularly known as ‘Udhagamandalam’ and is located at hill station of Tamilnadu state. Ooty is located approximately 275Km i.e., 7hours of time from Bangalore and 125km i.e., 4 hours of time from Mysore by the Bus transportation.
Ooty is famous for its cool foggy weather and covered by the Tea fields adds beauty to nature. This is the best tourist place to refresh and enjoy the weather in the hill station. Some visitor places like Sims Park, Dolphin's Nose, Lamb's Rock, Doddabetta, Ooty Botanical Garden, Ooty Lake are there in Ooty.