Origin of the name Mysore
The name Mysuru is the anglicised version of Mahishuru, meaning the abode of Mahisha in Kannada. Mahisha stands for Mahishasura, who according to Hindu mythology ruled the area.
Mysore Climate
Mysore has a semi-arid climate. The main seasons are summer, from March to June, the monsoon season, from July to November, and winter, from December to February. The average annual rainfall is 804.2 mm (31.7 in).
Lakes and rivers of Mysore
It has several lakes, such as the Kukkarahalli, the Karanji and the Lingambudhi lakes. The city is located between two rivers: the Kaveri River flows through the north of the city and the Kabini river, a tributary of the Kaveri, lies to the south.
Population and education of Mysuru
The Mysore district has a population of 29,94,744 of which 15,11,206 and 14,83,538 are males and females respectively, according to the 2011 Census reports. The literacy rate for the district is 63%.
Art and culture Mysuru
Mysuru is known as the cultural capital of Karnataka. The Mysore painting style is an offshoot of the Vijayanagar School of painting, and King Raja Wodeyar (1578–1617 CE) is acknowledged as a patron. The distinctive feature of these paintings is the gesso work, to which gold foil is applied.
Architecture of Mysore
A good example of the connection between the city and art/architecture can be found in the artistically rendered palaces in the city.
Industry In Mysore
The major industry of the district and the city is tourism. The city is a centre for yoga-related health tourism that attracts domestic and foreign visitors. Mysuru has been associated with traditional industries such as weaving, sandalwood carving, bronze work and the production of lime and salt.