Kannada film director B Suresh flags off the Dasara heritage walk at Town Hall on Thursday
Suresh urged govt authorities to protect the houses of eminent writers such as Kuvempu, RK Narayana, Tara Su and Triveni, along with 129 other heritage structures, which have their own history and heritage, for the benefit of future generations. The department has printed brochures on 129 heritage structures to publicise their importance, history and significance among visitors during the Dasara heritage walk tours. You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Mysuru | Silver Rate in Mysuru | Bank Holidays in Mysuru | Public Holidays in Mysuru Stay updated with the latest Mysuru news.
Flagging off the Dasara heritage walk at Town Hall in the city, Suresh said Mysuru was not only a city of palaces but was also dotted with heritage buildings. Heritage commissioner A Devaraju said the department organised heritage walks primarily to showcase the city’s architectural treasures and heritage structures. Mysuru: Kannada film director B Suresh Thursday stressed the need to conserve, protect and promote India’s vast culture and tradition, besides safeguarding Mysuru’s heritage structures. The guided walk, exploring the city’s heritage structures and historical monuments, was organised by department of archaeology, museums and heritage and tourism. Participants were briefed on the architectural styles of various structures, the periods in which they were built and their history. The department has also extended cooperation to govt for the conservation of heritage monuments housing various govt departments, such as the Mysuru fire station office in Saraswathipuram, and major landmarks such as Devaraja Market and Lansdowne building. It has also provided technical support for their conservation. Download the TOI App.