Mysore, officially namedas Mysuru, is the second largest city in the state of Karnataka, India. Located at the base of the Chamundi Hills about 146 km (91 mi) southwest of the state capitalBangalore, it is spread across an area of 128.42 km² (50 sq mi). Mysore is known as the cultural capital of South Karnataka and it is well known for the festivities that take place during the period of Dasara, the state festival of Karnataka.

The major tourist attractions are, Mysore Palaces, The Jaganmohana Palace, The Sand Sculpture Museum the Jayalakshmi Vilas and the Lalitha Mahal,Folk Lore Museum etc.