Mysuru Dussehra 2022: The city of Mysuru is famous for its 10-day long Dussehra festival. The whole city participates in the celebration of the victory of good over evil. Also known as Mysore Dussehra, it is an annual event that begins during Navratri and ends on Vijayadashami.
It is often referred to as the royal festival because of the large scale celebrations. From dance, music and processions to exhibitions and food stalls in the grounds or a closer look at the beautifully decorated Mysore Palace, the city becomes vibrant and beautiful in these 10 days.
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This year, Mysore Dussehra began on 26 September and will end today, Wednesday, 5 October.
Mysore Dussehra: History
The history of this festival dates back to the 14th century during the reign of the Vijayanagara Empire. While the festivities came to a halt due to the fall of the empire, it was revived in 1610 with Raja Wodeyar I in 1610.
According to Hindu beliefs, Chamundeshwari, the goddess of the Chamunda hills, is said to have defeated Mahishasura (the buffalo-headed demon). The slaughter of Mahishasura gave this city the name of Mysore.
Mysore Dussehra 2022: Celebrations
Before the festival, elephants arrive in batches from Veeranahosahalli in Karnataka to Mysuru. They march across the city as part of ‘Gajpayana’ and Jumbo Savari on Vijayadashami. The festival begins with a private puja performed in the presence of the royal family and state officials at the Goddess Chamundeshwari temple on the Chamundi hills.
As a part of the celebrations, during the entire 10 days, the Mysore Palace is illuminated with 100,000 light bulbs. During these 10 days many cultural and religious programs of Karnataka are performed at Mysore Palace.
On the last day, a procession called Jumbo Savari begins from Prabuddha Mahal to Bannimantap. Large bands, dance troupes, armed forces, etc. participate in the procession. It is the idol of the goddess on an elephant atop a golden pedestal which is the major attraction. After the procession, the torchlight parade, also known as Panjina Kavyatha, begins.
Apart from the procession, various activities such as cycling, heritage tours, yoga, film festivals, treasure hunts and pet shows are organized during the 10 days. Several food stalls have also been set up for the visitors to enjoy the delicacies. There are various exhibitions which are organized in front of the royal palace.
It is only during these 10 days that a visitor can see the Golden Throne in the Durbar Hall of the Mysore Palace.
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