 Dasheera, a festival celebrating the victory of good over evil. Also known by the names Dasara meaning the 10th day or Vijay Dasami meaning the victory on the day of Dasami. A festival celebrated all over India in different states but for different reasons. Among all Mysore Dasara is world famous for its grandeur, celebrated in the royal city of Mysore in Karnataka. It celebrates the victory of Goddess Chamundeshwari over the demon Mahishasura. An annual festival spread over 10 days, billy route to be started during Vijayanagara Empire and further enhanced by the Vodaya dynasty. It includes Deepalankara or colourful lighting. Words cannot describe the Jambusavari held on Vijay Dasami where elephants carry the idol of the Goddess. It reflects the vibrant culture of the city and is termed as Nadahabba or the state festival of Karnataka. To know about the festival of festival Trishurpuram click the link in the description.