Mysore is one of the most architecturally rich cities in Karnataka. The place is filled with monuments from the ancient times and one such monument is the Mysore Palace. The Mysore Palace can be visited by staying at any of the 3-star hotels in Mysore. Here is all you need to know about the Mysore Palace:
The History of Mysore Palace
The Mysore Palace was initially built by the Wodeyars from the Yadava community. The palace was built inside the Old Fort during the 14th century. However, the palace was broken, repaired and remade several times by the new rules that came. Finally in 1799, Maharaja Krishnaraja Wadiyar III created the final structure of the palace.
The Breathtaking Interiors and Exteriors of The Mysore Palace
The architecture of the palace makes it special because with time the palace has become an amalgamation of all sorts of architectural art forms from all over the world. It includes Gothic, Indo-Sarcenic, Indo-Islamic and British styled architecture.
The Perfect Time to Explore the Mysore Palace
The Mysore Palace can be visited from the luxury as well as budget hotels near Mysore railway station at any time of the year. The palace is opened from 10 am to 5.30 pm on all days. There is an entry ticket to get in the palace.
Other Things You Should Know
This is one of the largest palaces in India and battery-operated vehicles can be booked to take a tour of the place. There are a light and sound show that takes place at 7 PM every night except on Sundays and public holidays and lasts for about 40 minutes.
The Mysore Palace is one of the most visited architectural monuments in India and is a must-see place if visiting Mysore. For the best experience, make sure you visit during offseason so that you can easily get hotel to stay.
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