5 Unique Things That Are Found Only In Mysore
By: Priyanka Maheshwari Thu, 03 Oct 2019 10:59:40
Mysuru city was used to served as the capital of the Kingdom of Mysore, now known as the Cultural Capital of Karnataka state. The city located at the foothills of the Chamundi Hills at an elevation of 1,000 metres and famous for heritage palaces, museums,galleries and Dasara festival.
* Get the Blessing of Goddess Chamunda at Chamundeshwari Temple
Chamundeshwari Temple at top of the Chamundi Hills is dedicated to a form of Goddess Shakti called Chamunda. The temple is also listed among the 18 Maha Shakti Peethas in India and known for celebrations of festivals like Navaratri and Dasara.
* Explore the Architectural Beauty of Mysore Palace
Mysore Palace is the most famous tourist attraction of Karnataka state, also one of the most visited monuments of India along with Taj Mahal. The historical palace is known for its architectural style of domes, stone structure, entrance arch gate and a large garden.
* Attend The State Festival of Mysore Dasara
Mysore Dasara festival is world famous for its tradition of celebrations, observed on the tenth day of Navratri called Vijayadashami. The 10 day state festival starting with Navaratri and ending on Vijayadashami.
* Geographical Indication (GI) Tags Product of Mysore Kingdom
Mysore is noted for its palaces and local brands alongside various art forms and culture. Geographically brands such as Mysore Sandal Soap, Mysore Ink, Mysore Pak sweet, Mysore Masala Dosa, Mysore Silk sarees,Mysore Painting,Mysore betel leaf and Mysore Peta.
* Mysore Sandal Soap
Mysore Sandal Soap is made from pure 100% sandalwood oil by KSDL company of Karnataka government. The company is the largest of its kind in India and the Sandal Soap brand of Mysore is world famous with variants like Rose Milk Cream and Cologne Lavender.
* Mysore Pak
Mysore pak is the most popular sweet in India originated in Mysore, prepared in ghee and available in squares or rectangle shape. The yellow to light brown Indian sweet is traditionally served during the famous festivals of Southern India.
