Lonely Planet Magazine India

WEEKEND IN MYSORE, KARNATAKA

WHY GO?

To treat yourself to a simple, fuss-free getaway

WHAT IS THERE TO DO?

Learn about Mysore’s rich history, check out its abundant wildlife, and treat yourself to copious amounts of Mysore pak.

CULTURE

MYSURU PALACE 1

The royal Mysuru Palace, or Maharaja’s Palace, has luxurious interiors complete with frescoes and also houses some of Raja Ravi Varma’s paintings. Designed by Henry Irwin, the palace boasts Indo-Saracenic architecture, seamlessly combining Rajput, Muslim and Gothic aesthetics (00-91-82-1242-1051; , ; Sayyaji Rao Rd, Agrahara, Chamrajpura; 10am – 5.30pm daily; ₹40

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