Great place to visit around in Mysuru, the architecture the palace itself is very beautiful. Must visit place.

The Mysore Palace is a historical palace and the royal residence(house) at Mysore in the Indian State of Karnataka. It is the official residence of the Wadiyar dynasty and the seat of the Kingdom of Mysore. The palace is in the centre of Mysore, and faces the Chamundi Hills eastward. Mysore is commonly described as the City of Palaces, and there are seven palaces including this one; however, Mysore Palace refers specifically to this one within the Old fort.The land on which the palace now stands was originally known as puragiri (literally, citadel), and is now known as the Old Fort. Yaduraya built the first palace inside the Old Fort in the 14th century, which was demolished and constructed multiple times. The current structure was constructed between 1897 and 1912, after the Old Palace was burnt ablaze.Mysore Palace is now one of the most famous tourist attractions in India, after the Taj Mahal, with more than 6 million annual visitors.[1]The last palace, now known as the Old Palace or the Wooden Palace, was burnt into ashes during the 1896 Dasara festivities. Maharaja Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV and his mother Maharani Kempananjammanni Devi, commissioned the British architect Henry Irwin to build a new palace.[2] Meanwhile, the royal family stayed in the close by Jaganmohan Palace. The construction was overseen by an executive engineer in the Mysore Palace division. He had conducted elaborate architectural studies during his visits to Delhi, Madras, and Calcutta, and these were used in planning for the new palace. The construction cost was placed at Rs 41,47,913 (around $30 million adjusted to inflation) and was completed in 1912.[3][4]The palace was further expanded in around 1930 (including the addition of the present Public Durbar Hall wing) during the reign of Maharaja Jayachamarajendra Wadiyar. Although the construction was completed in 1912, the fort continued to be beautified and its inhabitants were slowly moved to the newer extensions built off the palace.The architectural style of domes of the palace is commonly described as Indo-Saracenic, with blends of the Hindu, Mughal, Rajput, and Gothic styles. It is a three-story stone structure with marble domes, and has a 145-foot five-story tower. The palace is surrounded by a large garden. The entrance gate and arch hold the emblem and coat of arms of the kingdom of Mysore, around which is written the kingdoms motto in Sanskrit: न बिभॆति कदाचन (never terrified).The main complex is 245 Ft in length and also 156 Ft in width. There are fire extinguishing machines located in all parts of the palace in order to prevent any fires.[5] The palace has three entrances: the East Gate (the front gate, opened only during the Dasara and for dignitaries), the South Entrance (for public), and the West Entrance (usually opened only during the Dasara).The three-story stone building of a fine grey granite with deep pink marble domes has a facade with several expansive arches and two smaller ones flanking the central arch, which is supported by tall pillars. Above the central arch is a sculpture of Gajalakshmi, the Goddess of wealth, prosperity, fortune, and abundance with her elephants. There are three major exclusive temple buildings within the Old Fort, and about 18 inside the palace heart building. The palace was built adjacent to the even older Parakala Mutt headquarters, whose leaders have remained the rajagurus (royal teacher and guide) of Mysore kings. The kings of Mysore were devotees of Goddess Chamundi, hence the palaces facing the Chamundi Hills.[6]The palace houses two durbar halls (ceremonial meeting halls of the royal court) and incorporates an array of courtyards, gardens, and buildings.MYSORE PALACE SIDE VIEW FULLMYSORE PALACE FRONT VIEWfirs Mysore Palace was made of wood but it got fire later it was rebuild

Historical places are always amazing.

Its a beautiful courtyard outside Palace.

The four arched gates give way to a large garden area which surrounds the palace. The main building is three-storeys, made of stone granite, pink marble domes and a five storey tower with a gilded dome and faces the East gate which is the one used by VIP guests during the Dasara celebrations, south India’s most famous festivity which celebrates the victory of good over evil.

Hi frends mysur palace

Very very nice place, must see place. That too its in lighting Dasara time.It will be traffic in Dasara time, but dont miss the city and palace lighting.

Superb garden , well maintained, clean area

Nice view we should have to see it

Palace was marvellous. It was the greatest palace I have ever seen. Also good place for shopping. Must visit place in Mysore.

Cool

Heaven to enjoy the royal feel of mysuru

Superb cool place, good architecture..

It is present right in front of the palace. Variety of flowers are available to see here at this place. This garden is present in the same compound in which the palace is present. Flower show along with the lighting makes it a superb combination. Lighting especially during the Dasara, Christmas and new year are marvelous.

Its really a nice place

Awesome place

Feel proud

Nice experience

Good to visit this place.

Nice

I love Mysore

2 years

What to say... The glorious Mysuru

Best place to hangout with frnds

Nice place to spend time with family

Lovely

Nice palace

Well kept

Nice...

Mysore Palace is a historical royal palace and royal palace in the Indian state of Karnataka. It is the residence of the Wodeyar dynasty and is the seat of the Kingdom of Mysore. The palace is in the center of Mysore and faces the Chamundi hills to the east. Mysore is generally referred to as the City of Palaces, consisting of seven palaces. However, the Mysore Palace refers specifically to the old fort.The place where the palace now stands was originally known as Puragiri (literally, the Citadel) and is now known as the Old Fort. In the 14th century, the first palace inside the old fort was built by the Yaduraya, which was demolished several times. The present structure dates back to 1897 and 1912, after the burning of the old palaceWith more than 6 million annual visitors, the Mysore Palace is now one of the most popular tourist destinations in India.

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