Mysore is famous for the Dussehra which is celebrated for a period of 10 days. This celebration was started by King Raja Wodeyar I in the year 1610. The imperial sword is worshiped on the ninth day (Mahanavami) of the festival. Processions constituting ornamented elephants, camels and horses are taken out.
Timings for Dussehra Festival in Mysore
10 day festival