Bombe Mane returns with tales of tradition
The traditional 'Bombe Mane' doll display has returned to Mysuru households as part of the Dasara festivities. The exhibition features intricate collections depicting mythological tales and historical scenes from the Mysuru palace era.
Why it matters
This tradition serves as a vital link to heritage and local history, showcasing the artistic craftsmanship associated with the Dasara festival.
Bombe Mane returns with tales of tradition left Arrangements of dolls as part of Bombe Mane at the house of Hemalatha Kumaraswamy in Ramachandra Agrahara in Mysuru. M.A. Sriram M.A. Sriram https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/n0vhh8/article71589327.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/5964_15_10_2026_18_39_8_2_DOLLSHOWATAGRAHARA.JPG M A Sriram KARNATAKA MYSURU 15/10/26: Arrangements of dolls as part of Bombe Mane at the house of Ms Hemalatha Kumaraswamy in Ramachandra Agrahara in Mysuru. PHOTO: M A Sriram. Mysuru A vibrant collection of dolls that tell the stories of the heritage city and mythological tales have returned to households in Mysuru as Dasara unfolds. Setting up a Bombe Mane(Dasara Doll Show) during Dasara is an annual tradition affair for many households in Mysuru. A house located at 2nd Cross in Ramachandra Agrahara, known for its Bombe Mane for the past three decades, has once again opened its doors to a magnificent collection of dolls with distinctive artistic designs.
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