The Chamundi Hills which has developed itself as a major tourist spot in Karnataka is located at a distance of ten kilometers from Mysore. It stands as a crown jewel of Mysore and is the consecrated seat of gods and godesses. The hill is situated at an average elevation of one thousand metres above mean sea level.

The two thousand year old Chamundeshwari Temple, exemplifying the Dravidian school of architecture is located right on top of the hill which is accessible by cars. One can also walk there by climbing one thousand steps. On the mid way to the temple there is a sixteen foot monolith statue of Nandi carved in granite. Near the Chamundi Hills there is another famous temple, the temple of Mahabaleshwar. The Mahabaleswara Ishwara which is in the form of a Linga is the oldest temple on the hill. One can get a panoramic view of the city from the Chamundi Hills.