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Mysore
Travel Guide

Mysore is more than palaces, parks and temples
the exotic fragrance of
Mysore Jasmine
the melodious strains of the Veena
the rich aroma of
filter coffee
traditional carvings on fragrant sandalwood, rosewood and
ivory
the rustle of rich silks
delicious Nanjangud bananas
Hot 'N' Spicy Bisi-bele-hulianna
mouthwatering Mysore Pak, a traditional
sweetmeat
It is a gourmet's delight and a Shopper's paradise. Shop at Cauvery
Handicrafts Emporium or in the little backstreets and bylanes that offer some
exciting bargains. Mysore Come, experience it for yourself
Steeped in History Mysore, capital city of the Wodeyars. Adobe of untold grandeur
and glory, where the rich heritage of the Wodeyars is carefully preserved to this
day in its magnificent places, beautifully laid-out gardens, imposing buildings,
board shady avenues and sacred temples.

There's an old world charm about the city that reaches out and leaves no one untouched.
Mysore, or Mahishur as it was called then, traces its history back to the mythical
past, when Godess
Chamundeshwari of
Chamundi
Hills killed the wicked buffalo-headed Demon, Mahishasura.
Mysore
Dasara is the celebration of this victory of good over evil. Mysore
also has associations with the Mahabharata and King Ashoka of the 3rd century
B.C. during the Wodeyar rule Mysore reached the zenith of its glory as a fabled
centre of oriental splendour.
Pomp and Pageantry Relived Come to Mysore
in October when the tranquil city awakens to ten days of Dasara festivities. Brilliantly
lit up Palaces, decorated arches, festooned streets, colourful costumes and cultural
shows
classical music, folk dances, Bharata Natyam, Yakshagana, Huthari,
Torch Light Parade, Theppotsava
The culmination is the legendary Mysore
Dasara Procession with caparisoned elephants, the golden howdah, decorated horses,
stately coaches, troops in ceremonial uniforms, folk dancers and colourful floats.