Mysore

It was the capital of the kingdom of Mysore, which forms a large part of modern-day Karnataka.

One of the best (some would say worst) times to visit Mysore is during the annual nine-night, ten-day Dussera[?] or Navaratri[?] festival, which usually occurs in early October.

Attractions

• The Vishvesvaraya Dam across the Cauvery river[?]

Nearby Places

• Srirangapattana (referred to in old English documents as Seringapatam)
• The Nilgiris[?] mountain range
• The Bandipur National Park
• The Nagarhole Bird Sanctuary, now a National Park
• Kabini: rated among the top five wildlife resorts in the world by Tatler's Travel Guide