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Mysore is commonly described as the City of palaces. The “Palace of Mysore” is the heart of the city. Mysore palace is now one of the most famous tourist attractions in India after Taj Mahal with more than 2.7 million visitors. The palace is surrounded by a large garden.

It is the official residence of the Wodeyars - the erstwhile royal family of Mysore that ruled the princely state of Mysore for over seven centuries. The term "Mysore Palace" specifically refers to one within the old fort. The Wodeyar kings first built a palace in Mysore in the 14th century, it was demolished and constructed multiple times. The current palace construction was commissioned in 1897, and it was completed in 1912 and expanded later around 1940.

Dasara is the most extravagant festival of Mysore. The Dasara festival is celebrated in the months of September and October of each year. And it attracts the people all over the world to enjoy both the festival and the architectural beauty of the palace.

Although tourists are allowed to visit the palace, they are not allowed to take photographs inside the palace. Price of admission for foreign tourists is 200 INR., and for Indians 40 INR. All visitors must remove their footwear to enter the palace.