Mysore

:This article is about Mysore City. For information about Mysore District and Division, see Mysore District.

History

The history of Mysore has been closely linked with the history of the Kingdom of Mysore.

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References from the times of Mahabharata and Asoka refer to Mahisha Nadu or Mahisha Mandala. References can also be found in Tamil literature about Ezimahi Nadu. Earliest documentary evidence is linked to stone carvings (Saasanas) found in villages around Mysore, inscribed around 1021 CE. From 1499 CE the name of Mysore has been clearly recorded in inscriptions. Till the year 1610, when Srirangapatna was acquired, Mysore was the center of administration. It became the capital of the Kingdom of Mysore after the death of Tippu Sultan in 1799 {{ref|vishwakosha}}.

Related Topics:
Mahabharata - Asoka - Srirangapatna - Kingdom of Mysore - Tippu Sultan

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The administrative center was shifted to Bangalore in 1831, as the British took over the administration of the Kingdom of Mysore. Mysore once again became the capital of the kingdom in 1881 with the rendition of power by the British to the Wodeyars. Most present day historical landmarks, and organisation of the city of Mysore were inspirations of the Wodeyar kings and their Dewans.

Related Topics:
Bangalore - British - Kingdom of Mysore

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Plans for organised development of the city exist as far back as 1904. Several structures were built around late 1800's and early 1900.

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