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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.
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