Unveiling the Rich Cultural Heritage: Explore the Top 10 Mysore Tourist Places

Mysore is also famously known as The City of Palaces, Mysore is one of the most important places in the country regarding ancient reigns. Mysore is filled with the history of its royal heritage, intricate architecture, its famed silk sarees, yoga, and sandalwood. Situated in the foothills of the Chamundi Hills, Mysore is the third most populated city in Karnataka, and its rich heritage draws millions of tourists all year round. The highlight is the majestic Mysore Palace which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Mysore was one of the three largest Princely States in the British Empire of India. The Mysore Palace stands tall as one of the most spectacular palaces in India. A very famous tourist spot that sees thousands of visitors milling in and around it every day, the Mysore Palace is a mesmerizing example of Indo-Saracenic architecture, every inch of the palace drips with opulence and intricate details, and every room that you visit stands out in terms of its elaborate architecture, beautiful paintings, rich colours and stained-glass windows. On every Sunday, and during the Dussehra celebrations, the palace is spectacularly lit up once dusk falls.

Mysore Palace, Mysore

The Mysore Palace is an incredibly breathtaking example of Indo - Saracenic style of architecture, the Mysore Palace is a magnificent edifice located in Mysore in the state of Karnataka. Mysore Palace was built in the year 1912 for the 24th Ruler of the Wodeyar Dynasty and is counted amongst one of the biggest palaces in the country.

The construction of the Mysore Palace was orchestrated by the Maharaja Krishnaraja Wadiyar IV referred as "Rajarishi" (saintly king) by Mahatma Gandhi. The facade of the palace is a harmonious blend of Hindu, Muslim, Rajput and Gothic styles which imparts it a regal quality. The Palace is the second most visited historical monument visited by both local and foreign tourists after the Taj Mahal.