Art outside the house

Of course, there’s not only lovely art in the house ….there are wonderful opportunities to see and experience the art of India in and around Mysore ….

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which has the highest concentration of Wood Inlay Artists in the worl

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with religious activities and pooja ceremonies that provide an opportunity to share everyday art

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Sand Sculptures are close to the BnB and were created by a young engineer!

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Workshops where beautiful images of Gods are created and seen on a very special cycle tour in the Tibetan Settlement

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with artists at work at our famous Devaraj Market 😉

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If you’re lucky there are sometimes special events for Adivasi or tribal artists at a local museum (Stephen’s favourite with much of their work also in the house)

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Wonderful Hoysala Temples and their intricate carvings at Somnathpur, Halebid and Belur.

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Visit Nandi Bull on the way up Chamundi Hill

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Traditional and colourful Bullock carts still made in the age-old ways in Ganjam on Srirangaptnam Island

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if you travel further afield to north Kerala there are some very special events to enjoy.

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village festivals and street events in Karnataka and throughout India

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the Mysore Dasara celebrations and procession

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and our postcards help share these scenes with friends and family

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