About
Mysore Palace, also known as Mysuru Palace or Amba Vilas Palace, stands in the city of Mysuru in the Indian state of Karnataka. Its address is Sayyaji Rao Road, in the Agrahara and Chamrajpura area of the city.
The palace is the official residence of the Wadiyar dynasty and is known for its Indo-Saracenic architecture, a blend of Indian and Islamic styles that shapes its domes, arches and ornamented façades. It is among the most visited monuments in India, and many visitors come to see the building itself as well as the life it has long been associated with.
What to expect
- Architecture: The Indo-Saracenic style is the main draw, both inside and out.
- Dussehra: The palace is closely linked with the grand Dussehra celebrations held in the city, a festival that brings large crowds to the area.
- Setting: It is a city-centre landmark, so it fits naturally into a day spent exploring Mysuru on foot or by local transport.
Planning your visit
Because the palace draws large numbers of people, it helps to allow time for queues and security checks. For up-to-date visiting arrangements, you can call the palace on +91 821 242 3693 before you go.
Mysuru itself offers other places to see nearby, so the palace works well as one stop in a wider visit to the city and to Karnataka.