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Mysore Palace - Mysore, India

The Palace Of Mysore is a historical palace in the city of Mysore in Karnataka, southern India.The beauty of the structure comes alive when over a lakh bulbs are switched on.Nearly a lakh incandescent lamps light up this unique century-old structure. It is the official residence and seat of the Wodeyars — the rulers of Mysore , the royal family of Mysore, who ruled the princely state from 1399 to 1950. The architectural style of domes of the palace is commonly described as Indo-Saracenic and blends Hindu, Muslim, Rajput, and Gothic styles. It is a three-story stone structure with marble domes and a 145 ft five-story tower. The palace is surrounded by a large garden. The entrance gate and arch hold the emblem and coat of arms of the kingdom of Mysore, around which is written the kingdom's motto in Sanskrit: "न बिभॆति कदाचन" (never be terrified)

 

Mysore | Karnataka | July '17

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