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Mysore Dasara-2008

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27-28 September 2009
27 Sep 2009 Ayudha Pooja
28 Sep 2009 Vijayadashami

Dasara 2009

Mysore Dasara is a Royal Festival Celebrating victory of Truth over Evil. Legend has it that the Goddess Chamundeeswari or Durga slew the demon Mahishasuran on Vijayadashami day.

Dasara is a 10-day festival in the region culminating on Vijayadashami or tenth day. The day marks the successful conclusion of the preceding nine days. Vijayadashami is also a day of victory of the King and his subjects, be it in a battle or day-to-day governance. The preceding nine days of Navarathri have celebrations starting only after six days. The sixth day is in honour of goddess Saraswathi. Eight day is dedicated to Durga and Ninth day is for Lakshmi, goddess of wealth. On tenth day a grand spectacular Procession is held which starts from Mysore Palace and ends in Bannimantap.

In Karnataka, Dasara is observed as State festival - Nadahabba, because of the celebration of the festival is steered by the Royal Family of Mysore. The royal family of Mysore performs special pooja on the occasion of Dasara. During Dasara, the entire City is gaily decorated and illuminated. The Palace and other important buildings are illuminated. Cultural programmes by famous artists are arranged in the Palace along with Sports, Wrestling, Poet's meet, Food Festival, Film Festival witnessed by a large number of people. Dasara Exhibition is arranged in the Doddakere Maidana, by the Karnataka Exhibition Authority, where the public and private sector industries, leading business establishments, Government departments put up their stalls to promote industrial and corporate business for months.

Mysore is an enthralling destination for travelers, especially during Dasara. The illuminated Mysore Palace during the Dasara celebrations draws tourists from all over the world. Nearly Rs. 1 crore every year is spent towards maintenance of its illumination alone and more than 25,000 bulbs are replaced every year just before the Dasara festivities.The elephants for the Dasara processions are also undergoing training for the grand day. 12 Dasara jumbos will march on the procession route from Mysore Palace to Bannimantap twice a day.

Dasara with a Gold Card

The Gold card mainly is intended for foreign visitors visiting Mysore during the Dasara season, has been released and available with us in Bangalore and Mysore and at selected tourist centers including the Department of Tourism and the Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation (KSTDC) offices in the State. Gold Cards are available at D.C.Office, APMC Office.

Gold card priced Rs.6,000/*- each will enable tourists coming for witnessing the famous Mysore Dasara celebrations from 15th Sep to 28th Sep 2009 to have easy and free access for 3 persons to witness various programmes from an exclusive enclosure. The gold card will also help them get discounts ranging from 10 to 25 per cent at selected hotels, shops like jewellery and handicrafts, and restaurants.

PLACES

Where you can visit

(Free entry for the following places)

       Mysore Palace

§         Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens ( Mysore Zoo)

§         Ranganthittu Birds Sanctuary

§         Nagarhole Wild Life Sanctuary

§         Krishnarajasagar (KRS)

§         G.R.S Fantasy Park (One time Entry) 50% on entry fee

§         Dasara Exibition

§         Chamundi Temple (VIP Darshan)

§         Musical Programme at Mysore Palace
[Assured Seats]

§         Dance Programme at Jaganmohan Palace

§         Film Festival in Film Theatres

§         Natakostava at Kalamandir

§         Dasara Sports at Chamundivihar Stadium
Dasara National Level Wresting at
D.Devraj Urs Multi Purpose Stadium
(State Level Karate at Chamundivihar Indoor
Stadium

§         Dasara National Level Wresting at
D.Devraj Urs Multi Purpose Stadium

§         Horticultural show at Curzon Park

§         Food Festival at Town Hall Grounds

§         Yuvadasara at Manasagngnothri Open Air
Theatre (Assured seats with car parking)

§         Kavigosti at Jaganmohan Palace

§         Air show at Bannimantap

§         Karanji Lake Nature Park

§         Jaganmohana Art Gallary

§         Rail Museum

§         Regional Museum of Natural History

DASARA PROCESSION
(JUMBO SAVARI)

§         On 28th September 2009 (in the afternoon)

§         Assured seats for 2+1 with car parking facility
Entry through Jayamartanda Gate (Palace East Gate)

§         Free vehicle parking at Doddakere Maidana
(Opposite to Jayamartanda Gate)

TORCHLIGHT PARADE

On 28th September 2009(in the evening)
Assured seats with car parking facility at Gate No.1

PLEASE NOTE

§ Cost of Gold Card is Rs. 6000/-

§ Par Gold Card Entry for 2+1 persons only

§ Please produce the Gold Card at the entrance

§ At business establishments, taxes as applicable

§ 5% Discount for 2 persons one way on arranged trips by KSRTC for Gold Card Users

§ This Gold Card is Valid from 18th September 2009 to 28th September 2009

                *Add Rs. 300/- towards courier and Bank charges for online payment.

                 For booking please contact Mrs Asha: 98451 22339 or 0821-2444444 and Mr. Dinesh:98452 23122 or
                 080 - 22111401

Purchase Online dasarapark

DASARA SPECIAL

3 Nights / 4 Days

Day 01: 26 Sep 09:- Bangalore / Mysore

Meet and greet and proceed to Mysore- Known for its magnificent palaces and majestic buildings, sprawling gardens and treelined boulevards, shimmering silks and sandalwood, the ‘City Royale’ always figures in the tourist’s itinerary, enroute visit Srirangapatna - Island fortress of Tippu Sultan. Visit Tippu's summer Palace, Mosque, and Sriranganatha Temple . On arrival in Mysore check into a hotel and evening visit Chamundi Hill - perched a top a hill-the 4.8m tall monolith of Nandi and the gigantic Mahishasura statue are added attractions. Return back to hotel and overnight.

Day 02: 27 Sep 09:- Mysore - Ayudapuja Day

Morning breakfast and proceed for full day sight seeing, visit Maharaja Palace - the palace is a splendid structure in the Indo-Saracenic Style, among its many attractions are a magnificent gold throne displayed during the Dasara celebrations, Art Gallery - the art gallery in the Jaganmohan Palace houses an excellent collection of ceramics, sandalwood, ivory, stone, antique furniture and ancient musical instruments, St. Philomena’s Church - this imposing Gothic structure with beautiful stained glass windows and lofty towers is a must see. Evening-attend rehearsal of Torch Light Parade at Bannimantap. Overnight

Day 03: 28 Sep 09:- Mysore - Vijayadasami Day

Breakfast; proceed to Maharaja Palace at 11.30hrs to be seated to witness Dasara Pooja and procession at Maharaja Palace (Carry your sandwich and water bottle). Return to hotel at 16.00hrs. Evening free. Overnight

Day 04: 29 Sep 09:- Mysore / Bangalore

Breakfast, checkout of the hotel and carry back your Dasara experience to share with your friends. Tour Ends.

DASARA & WILD LIFE TOUR

5 Nights / 6 Days

Day 01: 26 Sep 09:- Bangalore / Mysore (140Kms/3 Hrs)

Day 02: 27 Sep 09:- Mysore - Ayudapuja Day

Day 03: 28 Sep 09:- Mysore - Vijayadasami Day

Day 04: 29 Sep 09:- Mysore / Nagarahole – Kabini River Lodge(80Kms/2 Hrs)

Morning breakfast, checkout of the hotel and proceed to Kabini River lodge. Situated in Karapur (southern Part of Nagarahole National Park) is the old hunting lodge of the Maharaja and Viceroy’s. The lodge on the bank’s of the river Kabini for bird watching. A naturalist guide helps you identify the many varieties of birds and wild beasts. Check in on arrival and proceed for lunch. Tea at 1545hrs and proceed for wildlife tour at 1600hrs to Nagarahole National Park . Return to camp at 1845hrs & at 1900hrs-watch wildlife film. Dinner and overnight halt at the lodge.

Day 05: 30 Sep 09:- Kabini River Lodge

Morning wake up at 0545hrs to get ready for Bird watching, Elephant Ride and Wildlife safari, etc., Return to lodge at around 0930hrs and proceed for breakfast. Relax or take a walk around the backwater area. Evening Safari, Dinner and overnight.

Day 06: 01 Oct 09:- Nagarahole – Kabini River Lodge / Bangalore ( 230 Kms/ 5 Hrs)

Morning wake up at 0545hrs to get ready for Bird watching, Elephant Ride and Wildlife safari, etc., Return to lodge at around 0930hrs and proceed for breakfast. After breakfast, check out of the resort and proceed back to Bangalore . Drop to Airport or Railway Station. Tour Ends.

DASARA & CITY TOUR

5 Nights / 6 Days

Day 01: 26 Sep 09:- Bangalore / Mysore (140Kms / 4 Hrs)

Day 02: 27 Sep 09:- Mysore - Ayudapuja Day

Day 03: 28 Sep 09:- Mysore - Vijayadasami Day

Day 04: 29 Sep 09:- Mysore / Bangalore ( 130 Km/4 Hrs)

Morning breakfast, checkout of the hotel and proceed to Bangalore . On arrival check in to hotel, lunch and relax. Later on half day sightseeing, visit to Iskcon temple - the Krishna Temple is a blend of Modern technology and spiritual harmony, Lalbagh - 240 acres of beautifully sculpted gardens, flowers abound, rare collection of tropical and sub-tropical plants, Vidhana Soudha - this massive building houses the state Legislature and the Secretariat and return back to the hotel and overnight.

Day 05: 30 Sep 09:- Bangalore

Morning breakfast and proceed for full day sight seeing, visit to Cubbon Park, Bull Temple - Dravidian-style temple, has a huge monolithic Bull is the vahana of Lord Shiva, Government Museum - Acclaimed as one of the oldest museums in the country, Tippu's Palace - Tippu Sultan's summer retreat, Indira Gandhi Musical Fountain - View the colorful swirling fountains dancing in tune to music, later on return back to hotel and overnight.

Day 06: 01 Oct 09: Bangalore

Morning breakfast and check out of the hotel drop to Airport or Railway Station. Tour Ends.

DASARA & COORG TOUR

5 Nights / 6 Days

Day 01: 26 Sep 09:- Bangalore / Mysore (140Kms / 3 Hrs)

Day 02: 27 Sep 09:- Mysore - Ayudapuja Day

Day 03: 28 Sep 09:- Mysore - Vijayadasami Day

Day 04: 29 Sep 09:- Mysore / Coorg – Madikeri (125 Kms/3 Hrs)

Morning breakfast, checkout of the hotel and proceed to Coorg - Few other places in the world are blessed with such natural beauty and fertility: Misty mountains. Myriad streams and waterfalls. Thick tropical forests also call as Scotland of South India, on arrival check in to Eco friendly nature resort and proceed for buffet lunch. Relax or go for a plantation walk. Overnight.

Day 05: 30 Sep 09:- Coorg – Madikeri

Morning breakfast and proceed for trekking or relax at the pool or visit Cauvery Nisargadhama - Nisargadhama teems with lush foliage, thick bamboo groves, teak, and rosewood, Talakaveri - Set amidst the picturesque Brahmagiri hills is the source of Cauvery River. Evening visit Onkareshwara Temple, Raja Seat -Raja's seat perched atop a hill, good for watching the golden sunset, Abbey Falls - Tucked away between private coffee and spice estates, Abbey Falls offers a splendid backdrop for picnics. Return back to the hotel/resort and overnight

Day 06: 01 Oct 09: Coorg/ Bangalore ( 275 Kms/ 6 Hrs)

Morning breakfast and check out of the resort/hotel and proceed back to Bangalore, enroute visit Bylakuppe- One of the largest Tibetan settlements in South India, it is known for its monasteries, handicrafts, carpet factories, and an incense factory. Drop to Airport or Railway Station. Tour Ends.

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