Mysore
Mysore Place name- Mysore Country- India (Karnataka Tourist Place) Location- 140 km away from Bangalore About the place: Mysore is the second biggest place in the state of Karnataka. This place is known for its majestic palaces, magnificent places, tree lined boulevards, sprawling gardens, Shimmering Silks and Sandalwood, retaining its tradition of art, literature, music and dance. Mysore Dasara is celebrated for victory of the Goddess Chamundeshwari of Chamundi Hills, after killing the wicked buffalo-headed demon, Mahishasura indicating the victory of good over evil. The word Mysore is derived from the word Mahishuru or Mahishasurana Ooru, which means the town of Mahishasura, the demon king who is believed to have lived here. During the reign of Chamaraja Wadiyar the city is said to have reached the peak of its glory and had gained prominence. Mysore is situated 770m above the sea level and has warm and cold climate through out the year. Places to see: Mysore palace- This Maharaja...