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Mysore is the second biggest city in the state
of Karnataka. It lies 140 kms from the State headquarters,
Bangalore.
It is the erstwhile capital of the Mysore Maharajas, who ruled
Mysore State from this royal city, for several centuries. Thanks
to royal patronage, artists, writers and craftsmen have
flourished in Mysore, making it the cultural epicentre of
Karnataka.
Mysore still retains an aura of old world charm and much of the
city’s architectural heritage remains intact. The city’s
proximity to famous wild life sanctuaries and its very own zoo
make it a popular destination for wildlife enthusiasts from
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Brief History
Mysore city was the capital of the former royal Mysore province. The
word Mysore expands to 'Mahishasurana Ooru', which means the town of
Mahishasura. According to Hindu mythology Mahishasura was a demon king
who was killed by the warrior goddess Chamundeshwari on Chamundi hill
near Mysore. Ever since, the people of Mysore have worshipped
Chamundeshwari as their tutelary deity.
The Wadiyar royal family ruled Mysore since the 14th century except for
a short period of 40 years in the 18th century when Hyder Ali and Tipu
Sultan were the rulers. Hyder Ali was a general in the army of the
Wadiyar king who rose to become the ruler of Mysore. His son Tipu Sultan
followed in his footsteps expanding Mysore’s territories in a series of
daring battles, until he was killed when fighting the British.
Following his death in 1799 the kingdom again returned to the Wadiyar
family who ruled Mysore till monarchy was abolished in 1947, when India
gained independence.
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Fast Facts |
| Population: |
22,81,653 |
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Languages: |
Kannada, English and Hindi |
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Best Time to Visit: |
October to March |
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Temperature in summer: |
Max 34° C Min 21°C |
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Temperature in winter: |
Max 30°C Min 12°C |
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Rainfall yearly average: |
80 cms |
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Clothing summer: |
Cottons |
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Clothing winter: |
Cottons and light woollens at night |
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STD Code: |
0821 |
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ISD Code: |
+ 91 |
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Climate
India is not the first location you might consider for a cooler summer
holiday, but, because of its altitude, Mysore enjoys wonderful weather
all year round.
The highest temperatures are from May to June (23-35°C), and even at it
coolest, the temperature rarely drops below 16°C.
The rainy season is from June to August, but even then it seldom rains
all day. |
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TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRES:
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Tourist Information Center - KFC building, 48 Church street,
Bangalore, Karnataka, India. Tel: (91) - 080 - 25585417
- Karnataka Tourism Information Centre - Airport Road -
Bangalore
- Commissioner of Tourism - Govt. of Karnataka. # 49 Khanija
Bhavan, IInd floor, Race Course Road, Bangalore. Ph: 080 - 22352828.
- Asst. Director Regional Tourist office - Old Exhibition
Building. Irvin Road, Mysore. Ph: 0821 - 2422096 Fax: 2421833
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Regional Tourist Office -
Old Exhibition Road, Mysore, Karnataka, India.
Tel: (91) - 0821-2422096
Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation -
Yatrinivas Buildings,
J.L.B Road Mysore, Karnataka, India. Tel: (91) - 0821 - 2423652. |
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