Navaratri is a major festival of the Hindus that is celebrated in various styles all over the country every year. Different states of the country have different names and customs for celebrating this festival. In the southern part of India the festival of Navaratri is celebrated with a very interesting and unique tradition called Bombe […]
Mysore Dasara Walking Tour
Wouldn’t it be spectacular if we could walk through the pages of Mysore’s rich cultural heritage? Well now a walk through Mysore city with a knowledgeable guide is possible for a small fee. Read on to discover the walk tour during divine celebration of the navaratris in Mysore. The Splendour of Mysore Dasara The Mysore […]
Chamundi Hills
District: Mysore Town: Chamundi Hills Temple: Chamundi temple The Chamundi Temple is on the Chamundi Hills, Mysore district, Karnataka. The Chamundi or Chamundeshwari Temple is one of the most famous temples in Karnataka. It is a 1000 year old temple dedicated to Devi Chamundeshwari, a form of Durga or Devi Parvati. Located on top of […]
Mysore Dasara Goldcard
Dasara, the festival that rejoices the victory of Good over the Evil. The demon Mahishasura is slain by the Goddess Chamundeshwari, an incarnation of Goddess Parvati or Durga. The other name for this celebration is Navarathri (9 nights) and Vijayadashami (victorious 10th day) brings about auspicious time for victory and prosperity. According to Hindu mythology, […]
