<P> Since the early days of the Maharajahs of Mysore, the idol of goddess Chamundi has been carried on a decorated elephant as part of the celebrations in the annual Dusshera festival . </P> <P> From the peak of the Chamundi hills, the Mysore Palace, the Karanji Lake and several smaller temples are visible . Many of the temples were constructed by members of Shirdi Sai Baba movement . </P> <P> According to a legend, the asura Mahishasura (king of the city that is currently known as Mysore) was killed by goddess Chamundeswari (also called Chamundi) after a fierce battle . The goddess is also called Mahishasura Mardini . </P> <P> According to mythology, this rocky hill was known as Mahabalachala . Two ancient temples occupy the hill, the Mahabaleshvara and the Chamundeshvari; the Mahabaleshvara Temple on the hill is the older of the two and is a place of pilgrimage . The car festival and' Teppotsava' are held there . </P>

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