Mysore, the city of Palaces

This charismatic capital, of the old royal Mysore province allures travelers from all over the world. There's an old world charm about the city that reaches out and leaves no one untouched.

Mysore(means the town of Mahishasura) traces its history back to the mythical past, When Goddess Chamundeshwari killed the wicked buffalo-headed demon, Mahishasura. Hills dedicated to her stand at the eastern end of Mysore town today.

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.

Today, Mysore is a vibrant city teeming with tourists and visitors. It is known the world over for its exotic sandalwood and rich silks. Its grand and imposing palaces, majestic temples, gardens leave an ever-lasting impression on the visitor.

Area:

Mysore district is 770m above the sea level and has an area of 6,268 sq.kms

Geographical Location:

Latitudinal parallels: 12°18' N

Longitudinal meridians: 76°42' E

Climate:

Summer (September to March)

Monsoon (June to August)

Winter (September to January)

Temperature:
The temperature ranges from a maximum of 35° C to about 17° C

Language:

Regional Language: Kannada

However English, Tamil, Hindi and Telugu are widely spoken.

Population:

The district has a population of 22,81,653 (1991 census)