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Tourists make good of rain, long weekend to throng Mys, Malnad dists

Mysuru: A long weekend with good rain has attracted a huge number of tourists to Mysuru and Malnad districts of Shivamogga, Kodagu, Chikkamagaluru, and Hassan. Hotels are full, and tourist spots like Mysuru Palace and zoo are teeming with visitors. With the Malnad region witnessing pleasant weather, including moderate rain, tourists from both within the state and outside are thronging in large numbers to enjoy the monsoon. According to the tourism sector stakeholders, the hotels, resorts, and homestays recorded huge bookings for this weekend and tourists have arrived in the Malnad areas. All the roads connecting the tourist spots are witnessing a huge traffic flow. NR Tejasvi, president of the Homestay Association, Chikkamagaluru, said the tourists' rush to the Malnad districts is high during this weekend. "All the hotels, resorts, and homestays are filled. Pleasant weather has made the visits more attractive to the tourists," he said. According to Mysore Palace Board deputy director, TS Subramanya, the tourist flow to the Palace is very high since yesterday. "We are witnessing a steep increase in the footfall of tourists to the palace," he said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Could This NEW Collagen Blend Finally Reduce Your Cellulite? Vitauthority Learn More Undo KC Narayana Gowda, president of Mysuru Hotels' Association, said all the hotels in Mysuru city are now filled. "We are witnessing a huge crowd now. Till Monday morning, all our hotels are booked," he said. "Tourists from Kerala, Andhra, and Tamil Nadu have arrived in huge numbers. The three-day weekend helped them to plan a Mysuru visit," he said. According to locals, the connecting roads to the tourist destinations are now witnessing traffic chaos due to the arrival of tourists' vehicles in large numbers. "The tourist spots are filled with people. From traffic to parking, tourist destinations are witnessing a lot of pressure," said Sukhesh Rai, a resident of Bhagamandala in Kodagu district. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Happy Krishna Janmashtami Wishes ,, messages , and quotes !