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The Royal Marvel

Mysore Palace, an architectural masterpiece, stands as a symbol of royal heritage and Indo-Saracenic grandeur. Designed by British architect Henry Irwin, it was completed in 1912.

The Wodeyar Dynasty’s Legacy

Home to the Wodeyar dynasty for nearly six centuries, Mysore Palace dates back to the 14th century and has undergone multiple reconstructions.

A Palace Reborn

Lightning struck the palace in 1638, leading to a rebuild by Kantirava Narasa Raja Wodeyar. Later, Tipu Sultan demolished it in 1793, and it was rebuilt in 1803.

Indo-Saracenic Fusion

Mysore Palace blends Hindu, Islamic, Rajput, and Gothic styles, with Islamic domes and Rajput-Hindu arches and balconies.

Illuminated Glory

Mysore Palace dazzles with 97,000 lights on Sundays, public holidays, and during the Dasara celebrations, offering a breathtaking spectacle.

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