Mysore/Mysuru: Vardhanti (birthday) Mahotsava of Goddess Sri Chamundeshwari, was celebrated with much pomp and vigour atop Chamundi Hill today in the city. Vardhanti of the presiding deity, that falls during Ashada Masa (Month) every year, adds festive fervour to the religious event, that draws devotees from across the State, majorly from Mysuru and surrounding districts….
Chamundi Hill Climbers
March 15, 2024By B.N. Ramya Chamundi Hill, the revered abode of the presiding deity of Mysuru, Goddess Sri Chamundeshwari, stands as a prominent attraction drawing visitors from far and wide. This iconic landmark holds deep historical significance and religious reverence, captivating both the devout and nature enthusiasts alike with its enchanting environs. Beyond its tourist allure and…
Teppotsava held atop Chamundi Hill
October 29, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Four days after the Dasara festival concluded with Jumboo Savari procession on Tuesday, the Chamundeshwari Teppotsava took place at Devikere atop Chamundi Hill in the presence of hundreds of devotees on Saturday evening. As part of Dasara festival, the Rathotsava was held atop the Chamundi Hill on Thursday, followed by Teppotsava at Devikere atop…
Hamsalekha inaugurates Dasara atop Chamundi Hill
October 15, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Film music composer and lyricist ‘Nadabramha’ Dr. Hamsalekha had the honour of inaugurating the 414th Nada Habba Mysuru Dasara on the abode of Sri Chamundeshwari atop Chamundi Hill this morning. He commenced the festivities by showering flower petals on the beautifully adorned idol (Utsava Murthi) of Goddess Chamundeshwari, which was elegantly placed on a…
It is ‘Ashtarathri’ this time, not ‘Navarathri’
September 14, 2021Scholars attribute change due to two ‘thithis’ falling on single day Mysore/Mysuru: It is an age-old tradition to celebrate Dasara as ‘Navarathri’ or nine nights where Goddess Sri Chamundeshwari is propitiated with various ceremonial rituals without a single lapse. But this year’s celebrations will not be a ‘Navarathri’ but ‘Ashtarathri’ (eight nights) as two ‘thithis’…
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