Mysore Palace / മൈസൂർ കൊട്ടാരം /मैसूर महल/میسور محل / ಮೈಸೂರು ಅರಮನೆ /మైసూర్ ప్యాలెస్ /மைசூர் அரண்மனை

Mysore Palace, also known as Amba Vilas Palace, is a stunning historical palace and royal residence located in Mysore, Karnataka, India. It's considered one of the most famous tourist attractions in India, after the Taj Mahal, with over three million annual visitors ¹.
Architecture and Design
The palace showcases a unique blend of Hindu, Muslim, Rajput, and Gothic architectural styles, designed by the English architect Henry Irwin. It's a three-story gray granite structure with square towers, five stories tall, topped with pink domes ¹.
History
The original palace was built in the 14th century, but it was rebuilt and expanded several times due to fires and renovations. The current structure was constructed between 1897 and 1912, after a fire destroyed the previous palace ¹.
Things to Do and See
Explore the palace's impressive collection of royal antiques and artifacts
Watch the Sound and Light show, which takes place every evening except Sundays and public holidays
Visit the Residential Museum, which showcases the palace's living quarters
Check out the twelve temples inside the complex, including the Shwetha Varahaswamy temple
Timings and Entry Fee
The palace is open from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM, and the entry fee is ₹50 for adults and ₹30 for children between 7-12 years old ².
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Mysore Palace is during the Dussehra festival, when the palace is beautifully decorated and lit up with over 95,000 light bulbs
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