HAMPI FESTIVAL
Hampi festival, celebrated to portray the grandeur of the early and medieval Vijayanagara Empire is hosted amidst the heritage monuments of Hampi in Karnataka located on the banks of River Thungabadra. The remnants of ruins still stand as a testimony to the craftsmanship of artisans in Vijayanagara dynasty attracting tourists from all parts of the globe. The three days’ festival includes dance performances exhibiting the rich culture and heritage of Deccan Plateau. It is an enthralling sight to witness the dance performance in the well lit monuments of Hampi in the late evenings.
Where: Group of Hampi monuments
Month of Celebration: January / February, 2021
DUSSEHRA FESTIVAL – MYSURU
The South Indian state Karnataka witnesses thousands of devotees and tourists gathering to worship Goddess Chamundeswari during Dussehra. Mysuru is the epicenter of this festival. The festival lasting for ten days entertains everyone with cultural events, competitions, religious sermons, special poojas and rituals. The Mysore Palace, the official residence of the Royal Family of Mysore is gorgeously illuminated with lights and the site will be awesome during nights. On the tenth day of the Dussehra festival, it is a breath taking moment to watch the procession of caparisoned elephants carrying the idol of Goddess Chamundeswari. The festival is more enchanting with cultural events, crackers and the native Karnataka cuisines.
Where: Mysuru, Karnataka
Upcoming Dates : October 7-16, 2021
