Mysore Palace Historical Facts and Pictures

The Mysore Palace, also known as the Amba Vilas Palace, located in Mysore in the state of Karnataka in southern India, is one of the most visited historical places in the country with over 2.7 million visitors each year. The palace was first built in the 14th century by the then-ruler of the Wadiyar (Wodeyar) Dynasty, still being the official residence of the living descendants of the family. The Wadiyars ruled the native state of Mysore between the years of 1399 and 1947, during which period the Mysore Palace was built and rebuilt many times. The construction of the present palace began in 1897 when Lord Henry Irwin, the renowned British architect, was entrusted by Her Royal Majesty Maharani Vani Vilas Sannidhna and her son His Highness Rajarshi Sri Sir. Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV with the task of designing a new palace after the old one was accidentally burned down. The construction of the present Mysore Palace was completed in 1912.

Mysore Palace

Mysore Palace

Mysore Palace Pictures

Mysore Palace Inside

Inside of Mysore Palace

Mysore Palace Inside Pictures

Mysore Palace Inside

Mysore Palace Interior

Inside The Mysore Palace

Mysore Palace Golden Throne

Mysore Palace Golden Throne

Mysore Palace Main Gate

Main Gate of Mysore Palace

Mysore Palace Main Gate

Mysore Palace at Night

Mysore Palace at Night

Night View of Mysore Palace

Mysore Palace Paintings

Mysore Palace Paintings

Paintings of Mysore Palace

Its architectural style, often identified as Indo-Saracenic, is a combination of Hindu, Rajput, Muslim, and Gothic architectures. The three storied fine grey granite building has a 145 feet tall five storied tower and pink marble domes. The exteriors and interiors of the whole palace are illuminated with over ninety-six thousand light bulbs at night during Dasara and other festivals.