Mysore Palace

Mysore, Karnataka

PAID Entry 4.8/5 Heritage

About This Location

Mysore Palace (Amba Vilas Palace), built in 1912, is a stunning blend of Hindu, Muslim, Rajput, and Gothic architectural styles. The palace's domed roof, arched corridors, painted ceilings, and ornately carved halls make it one of India's most photogenic palaces. Every Sunday and during Dasara festival, the palace is illuminated by 100,000 light bulbs — a spectacular photography opportunity.

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Photography Highlights

  • Palace illumination on Sundays
  • Ornate Kalyana Mantapa (wedding hall)
  • Majestic entrance arch
  • Palace garden corridors
  • Dasara elephant procession (October)

Pro Photography Tips

  • Photography inside is not permitted (exterior and garden fine)
  • Sunday illumination 7–7:45 PM is magical
  • Dasara festival in October is a once-in-a-lifetime backdrop

How to Reach

140 km from Bangalore by road. Mysore City station is 2 km away.

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Quick Facts

Entry Fee

₹70 Indians

Best Time to Visit

October to March; Sunday evenings for illumination

Location

Mysore, Karnataka

Category

Heritage

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