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Devaraja Market - The Govt licensed guide will meet and greet you at the venue.
One of the most fascinating visits to South India, especially in the eyes of Western travelers, is this colorful and vibrant Devaraja market. A visit to this market has become a quintessential part of Mysore itineraries. So much so that sometimes international travelers seem to prefer a visit to this market more than other well-known monuments. This 365-days-a-year market is laid out on a rectangular grid and has separate sections for Vegetables, Fruits and Flowers. It is so photogenic that tourists let loose themselves often forgetting the paths they took. Add to this the street vendors, perfume makers, chai-wallahs, garland makers, color pigment sellers, etc. all vie with each other to garner your attention and sell their wares to you. If ever you want to see a microcosm of India at work, visit a market such as this. Come and experience it yourself!
- Guiding and escorting services included
- Tips/gratuity to the guide
This walking tour takes you on a colorful journey through the lanes and bylanes of Mandi Mohalla in Mysore. We start with the highly animated Devaraja Market, which throbs day in and day out with its fruits, vegetables, and flower sections. We then walk along the Sayyaji Rao road for half an hour, where we come to Arun Fine Arts, where we watch the artisans working on wood inlay work. We then walk through the vibrant local markets, which showcase clothes, bangles, shoes, bags, perfumes, dry fruits, gift shops, jewelry, tea shops, restaurants, etc. We also pass by GM Gemstones, which is an exclusive shop for precious and semi-precious stones, where we can learn a lot from the owner. We end the tour with a visit to St. Philomena’s Church, which is prominent on the skyline of Mysore. No other bazar walk in Mysore brings these components together. Experience it for yourself! Of course, the person who walks the talk would be passionate and well-versed about Mysore and its history.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
