Mysuru Dasara celebrations in pictures

The world-famous Mysuru Dasara attracts lakhs of people from across the globe, but it is undoubtedly the Jamboo Savari procession, which adds to the allure of the entire festival.

Folk artists perform during the inauguration of Dasara festival atop chamundi hill in Mysuru. (Photo|Udayshankar S/ EPS) 

Arial view of illuminated Jayachamarajendra circle and Mysuru palace in Mysuru. (Photo|Udayshankar S/ EPS)

Trishika Kumari performing the ritual to her husband and scion of the erstwhile royal family Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar at the Amba Vilas Palace. (Photo|Udayshankar S/ EPS)

Though the government has taken over the Dasara celebrations, certain traditional rituals like Paada Puje still continue as the Mysuru Royal family conducts the festival as a private affair. (Photo|Udayshankar S/ EPS)

The world-famous Mysuru Dasara attracts lakhs of people from across the globe. (Photo|Udayshankar S/ EPS)

Janani Trust members welcoming foreign tourists at Mysuru Palace. (Photo|Udayshankar S/ EPS)

Visitors enjoying the beauty of the replica of Lotus Temple made out of flowers on the opening day of Dasara flower Show at Kuppanna Park. (Photo|Udayshankar S/ EPS)

Jamboo Savari procession: Twelve tamed and amiable elephants from four camps of Karnataka get the privilege of walking the majestic procession every year. (Photo|Udayshankar S/ EPS)