Some places of Mysuru give us an absolute vintage feel. Established in 1976, Mysuru Rail Museum is the second railway museum in India (first one is in Delhi). With multiple exhibits portraying the evolution of railways, The Rail Museum is an ideal place to familiarize youngsters with railways and learn more about the systems and controls used in Railway networks.
Austin Rail Motor car (that belongs to 1925), Wagnall & Co 119 E Steam Engine, Meter Gauge Bus Rail that was being run between Shivamogga and Talaguppa, Royal Coaches used by Maharaja of Mysuru, 1963 YP-2511 Meter Gauge Steam Engine built by TELCO, Narrow Gauge and Meter Gauge Coaches, Maharani Saloon – Royal Coaches with Bedroom, Kitchen and Dining Car, 1885 MG Hand Crane, Signalling Systems, Paintings and other artifacts related to railways are housed in the museum. The Rail Museum has a battery-operated toy train for kids among many other attractions.
Timings: 9.30 AM to 5.30 PM (Ticket counter will be closed at 4.30 PM)
Monday holiday.
2.5 kms from Mysore Palace.
Entry fee:
- For Adults = Rs. 20
- For Children = Rs. 10
Women’s Day celebration at Safe Wheels Group of Companies
International Women’s Day was celebrated by Safe Wheels Group of Companies on March 8th, 2022. Women staff of the company were given flowers and chocolates followed by a sumptuous lunch. Mrs. Jinia was felicitated on the occasion for the services rendered by her to the company. The company celebrated Women’s Day with enormous enthusiasm as a mark of respect to all the Women out there.
Did you know?
Mysore has one of the oldest libraries of India. The Oriental Research Institute has a collection of over 50,000 palm leaf manuscripts.