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How to reach Mysore
Bangalore - Mysore 140km Mysore Junction is the City's main station and there are daily trains plying the route between Bangalore, Chennai, Mumbai, New Delhi, Thanjavur etc The nearest domestic and International Airport is Bangalore Airport (130 Kms from Mysore). General Information:
Coordinates : 12.2897, 76.6461
Time Zone : IST (UTC+5:30)
Area : 37.30 Sq Kms
Altitude : 770 Meters
Rainfall : June to August
Temperature : Summer : 20 - 35C
Winter : 14 - 28C
Season : 365 days
International Dialing Code : +91-0821
Pincode : 570 0xx
Vehicle : KA 09Mysore Products registered as Geographical Indicators :
Mysore Agarbathi
Mysore Silk
Mysore Betel Leaf
Nanjanagud Banana
Mysore Sandalwood Oil
Mysore Sandal Soap
Mysore Rosewood Inlay
Mysore Traditional Paintings
Karnataka ranks first among States in number of GI certificates obtainedClick here for Press Notes
Video of World Famous Musical Fountain at KRS Dam - Kannada | Hindi
Known for its magnificent Palaces and Majestic buildings, sprawling gardens and tree lined boulevards, Shimmering Silks and Sandalwood, the 'City Royale' always figures in the tourist's itinerary. It conjures up visions and memories of the resplendent glory of the illustrious Wodeyar Kings. This former state capital is a seamless blend of old-world charm and modernity. It retains its tradition in music and dance, art and literature. Mysore is the second biggest city in the state of Karnataka. It lies 130 km's from the State.
Headquarters, Bangalore. It is the erstwhile capital of the Mysore Maharajas, who ruled Mysore State from this royal City. Mysore Dasara is a Royal Festival Celebrating victory of Truth over Evil. Legend has it that the Goddess Chamundeeswari or Durga slew the demon Mahishasuran on Vijayadashami day. Dasara is a 10-day festival in the region culminating on Vijayadashami. In Karnataka, Dasara is observed as State festival - Nadahabba, because of the celebration of the festival is steered by the Royal Family of Mysore. The royal family of Mysore performs special Pooja on the occasion of Dasara. During Dasara, the entire City is decorated and illuminated. Cultural programmes by famous artists are arranged in the Palace along with Sports, Wrestling, Poet's meet, Food Festival, Film Festival witnessed by a large number of people.
Amusement Parks
GRS Fantasy Park Provides water rides, slides. Open on all days Planet X
0821.6522100
91 99452 88888Situated at the base of Chamundi Hills, first of its kind Family Entertainment Center in Mysore. Spread over 4 acres it houses 6 lane bowling alley, go-karting track, state of art video games, snooker, billiards, a multi-cusine restaurant and a cocktail lounge.
Fun Fort
08236-217442Themed rides, Aqua dance floor, Play Pools, An African settlement, Baghdad street, Egyptian art, amphitheater and lots of attraction. Dormitory with 500 beds.
www.mysoretourism.org
brought to you by Mysore Dasara & Tourism Committee, Government of Karnataka
in association with SOFTWARE GURU
Tourism Entertainment Emergencies Around Mysore Download
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Updated on 18.10.2008 @ 10.00 Hrs