GK
NICKNAMES OF PLACES AND RIVERS
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Green City
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Heritage City
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Sandal Wood City
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All of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Known for its heritage structures and palaces, including the famous Mysore Palace, and noted for its culture, Mysore is popularly known as the “City of Palaces", the “Heritage City", and the “Cultural Capital of Karnataka".
Detailed explanation-2: -The name Mussoorie is often attributed to a derivation of mansūr, a shrub which is indigenous to the area. The town is often referred to as Mansuri by Indians. In 1803 the Gorkhas under Umer Singh Thapa conquered the Garhwal and the Dehra, whereby Mussoorie was established.
Detailed explanation-3: -Mysuru or Mysore is located in the foothills of Chamundi Hills in Karnataka. The city got the title of “the City of Palaces”. It is clearly because of the several ornate palaces across the city. Amba Vilas – Is the most popular palace, which is also called Mysore Palace.