Mysuru Palace Wadiyar Dynasty Indo-Saracenic Architecture

The Mysuru Palace (Amba Vilas Palace), built between 1897 and 1912 for the Wadiyar dynasty by British architect Henry Irwin, is the finest example of Indo-Saracenic architecture in India — blending Hindu, Islamic, Mughal, Gothic, and Rajput architectural styles. The palace's exterior features marble domes, intricately carved stone arched corridors, and a 45-metre high five-storey tower. The interior contains a golden throne hall with a cast-iron ceiling from Glasgow, hand-painted ceilings depicting Dasara processions, and inlaid marble floors. The palace's construction employed over 3,000 craftsmen over 15 years, with carved teak doors, stained glass, and coloured marble sourced internationally. Mysuru Palace receives over 6 million visitors annually, making it one of India's most visited buildings.