Kota
Kota in Rajasthan is known for its Dussehra Mela. On the day of Dussehra, religious functions are held in the royal palace in the morning. Then the king and other members of the royal family travel in a colorful procession to the fairground.
The Kota municipality organizes a cultural program too. You can browse through local handicrafts and sample local cuisine at the fair.
Kullu
Kullu Dussehra is the renowned International Mega Dussehra festival observed in the month of October in the Himachal Pradesh state in northern India. Wherein more than 4-5 lakh people visit the fair from all across the Globe. It is celebrated in the Dhalpur maidan in the Kullu valley.
Kullu town is immersed in festive cheer and a big fair is held at the Dhalpur Maidan. Enjoy the cultural programs and shop for locally made handicrafts, especially the signature caps and shawls. It is best to book accommodation in advance as Kullu Dussehra draws a large number of visitors from home and abroad.
Mysore
Dasara is a 10-day festival in the region culminating on Vijayadashami or the tenth day. The day marks the successful conclusion of the preceding nine days. Vijayadashami is also a day of victory for the King and his subjects, be it in a battle or in day-to-day governance. The preceding nine days of Navarathri have celebrations starting only after six days.
The festival has special meanings for different people. In some parts of India, it is celebrated as the end of their 9-days fasting while in some parts; huge celebrations take place on this occasion
