Mysuru Dussehra 2023 Travel Tips: How to Reach Mysore, Where to Stay, Nearby Places to Visit, and Basic Kannada Words You Must Know! – News18

MYSURU DUSSEHRA 2023 TRAVEL TIPS: If you have to choose one Indian state that is stunning yet off the tourist radar, Karnataka is the perfect place for you. If that does not sound tempting enough, then the Nada Habba or the Mysuru Dussehra celebration in Karnataka will definitely make you crave a vacation. Mysuru Dussehra is celebrated with great splendour and zeal, which is an unforgettable experience, something that you should not miss for anything in the world!

During these exhilarating festivities, Mysuru extends a warm welcome to tourists with an endless schedule of events, including traditional songs, dance performances in front of the Amba Vilas Palace, perplexing painting galleries at the Jagan Mohan Palace, lively Yuva Dasara functions, laser-light shows, and many more.

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Among all, Jambu Savari, or the elephant parade, is still the golden howdah of Mysuru Dasara, where the idol of Goddess Chamundeshwari is placed atop an elephant. It is noteworthy that the city of Mysuru was named after the demon king Mahishasura who was killed by Goddess Chamundeshwari, an incarnation of Durga.

Why is Mysuru Dussehra Famous?

Mysuru city is famous for its 10-day Dussehra festival. The entire city participates in extravagant celebrations of the victory of good over evil. Also referred to as Mysuru Dasara, it is an annual event that starts during Navratri and concludes on Vijayadashami.

It is often known as the royal festival due to its grand scale of celebrations. From the dance, music and procession to the exhibitions and food stalls on the grounds or taking a close look at the beautifully decked-up Mysore Palace, this city becomes lively and beautiful in these 10 days.

Mysuru Dussehra 2023 Date

This year Mysuru Dussehra celebrations starts at 9 am on October 15 and ends on Vijayadasami Day, October 24.

How to reach Mysuru?

One must not worry as Mysuru has excellent railway and flight connectivity. There are numerous ways to reach the place. For example, if you are not getting a direct flight to the city, you can fly to Bengaluru and then book a cab or bus to Mysuru. It hardly takes about 2.5 hours to travel 145 kilometres from Bengaluru to Mysuru.

Where to stay during your visit?

Mysore Dussehra is celebrated with great pomp, show, and a whole lot of royalty, and hotels fill up quickly because of the influx of tourists that the city receives during this period. So, if you don’t want to miss the grand celebration, you should try booking hotels early. Gokulam, a renowned yoga hotspot with numerous ashrams, is also a viable alternative for accommodation to stay in.

Nearby Places to visit

Mysuru, also known as ‘The City of Palaces’, is one of South India’s most beautiful cities that allows people to experience royalty first-hand along with lush green forests, dreamy little towns and cities and idyllic meadows. A state that is a treasure trove for wildlife lovers. So, if you are visiting Mysuru, do visit these places in the city.

1. Mysuru PalaceMore than 2.7 million tourists visit the place each year, and the palace is regarded as one of the largest in India. It is situated in the hills of the Western Ghats and is lavishly decorated during the Dasara celebration to showcase the stunning architecture, deft craftsmanship, and culture of the Wodeyar dynasty era.
2. Bandipur National ParkBandipur covers an area of 874 square kilometres and is situated between Ooty and Mysuru in the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve alongside Nagarhole National Park, Mudumalai National Park, and Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary. Undoubtedly, Bandipur National Park is one of the best national parks for surreal wildlife viewing in India located 80 kilometres from Mysuru.
3. SrirangapatnaThe historic town of Srirangapatna lies in Karnataka’s Mandya district. It is one of the most well-known tourist destinations in Karnataka due to its cultural, religious, and historical significance. The most beautiful part about this place is that it is only about 18 kilometres from Mysuru and is encircled by the Kaveri River, transforming it into a river island.

10 Basic Kannada Words You Must Know!

Before visiting the place, one should become familiar with the basic Kannada words to make your life easier so that you don’t struggle while communicating with locals in Mysuru or any other location in Karnataka:

1. Namaskara: Hello
2. Eevu Inglish Mathanadutthida: Do you speak English?
3. Kannada Gottilla: I don’t understand Kannada
4. Beda: No
5. Esṭu?: How much?
6. Jaasti: More
7. Saku: Enough
8. Estu dura ide (name of the place): How far is the place?
9. Shubha Dinagavali: Have a good day!
10. Hegiddera?: How are you?