Mysore or Maisūru is the second largest city in the Indian state of Karnataka. Mysore is the administrative seat of Mysore District, and Mysore Division. It is located at 770 m above sea level at at 12.18° N 76.42° E and is 135 km from Bangalore, the state capital. From November 1, 2006, Mysore has been renamed in English by the state government to Mysuru. Mysore is and has been the capital of the Wodeyars. The city is known for its palaces and proximity to several other places of interest like Srirangapatna, Sivasamudram Falls, and Krishna Raja Sagara Dam. The city is spread across an area of 128 square kilometres. Along with sandalwood products and crafts, Mysore is also famous for its celebration of the ten day Navaratri (Dasara) festival held every year.
