Mysuru, Sept. 25 -- A mini version of Dasara will be celebrated at Mysore Palace premises on Sept. 27 as part of World Tourism Day with a special programme.

Announcing this at a press conference at Mysuru Hotel Owners Association Office yesterday, Association President C. Narayanagowda said the event would showcase Mysuru's cultural heritage to tourists from India and abroad and bring together stakeholders from different sectors of tourism industry.

Tourists arriving at the Palace from 10 am will be welcomed with roses and sweets, symbolising Mysuru's famed hospitality and the spirit of 'Atithi Devo Bhava'. The event will convey the message: 'Mysuru, a city of hospitality, culture and tradition.'

A cultural parade will be the main attr...