Opening Hours:
Thursday to Tuesday: Morning: 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM; Evening: 03:30 PM to 05:30 PM
Wednesday: Closed
Prime Day & Hours: Sunday; 11:00 AM
Suggested Duration: 2 hours
Tickets: Available Offline
Nearest Railway Station: Mysuru Junction, about 5.6 km away
Nearest Airport: Mysuru Airport, about 8.6 km away
Nearest Bus Stop: Mysuru Bus Stand, about 4.7 km away
Shuka Vana is one of India’s finest aviaries, located within the Avadhoota Dutta Peetham in Mysuru, Karnataka. This space is dedicated to the care and conservation of exotic and endangered bird species, making it one of the best places to visit in Mysuru. Shuka Vana Mysore was founded by a revered spiritual leader, Sri Ganapathy Sachchidananda Swamiji, and doubles as both a scientific and spiritual endeavour. In Shuka Vana, each bird is thoughtfully associated with astrological elements like zodiac signs and planetary energies, enhancing the park’s appeal for spiritually inclined visitors.
Shuka Vana is home to over 2,100 birds representing more than 470 species and has even earned a place in the Guinness World Records for housing the most bird species in an aviary. This place also houses lush greenery, well-maintained aviary enclosures, and a symphony of chirping birds. The whole setting provides a wonderful and fascinating environment for families, bird sanctuaries, and meditators.
The Shuka Vana is more than just a tourist spot, but is a sanctuary where biodiversity beautifully meets with spirituality. This is what makes it one of the most distinctive places to visit in Mysuru.
