Mysore, Karnataka · Family Travel, Romantic Getaways
Mysore Palace
For the family that wants royal India at its most dazzling, ten nights of illuminated palaces, processions, and Mysore's famous masala dosas.
Why Mysore Palace is trending
Explore score: 88/100 · next peak 2026-10-02.
- Dussehra in Mysore is India's most spectacular royal festival, the palace is lit by 97,000 bulbs every night for 10 days
- Jamboo Savari procession on Vijayadashami: 12 decorated elephants march the 5km route carrying the goddess idol in a 750kg gold howdah
- Dussehra festival window: +80%
- Mysore Dussehra searches: +65%
- Royal festival coverage: +42%
- Illuminated palace posts: +58%
Areas to visit
Mysore Palace Complex
The Amba Vilas Palace, Indo-Saracenic masterpiece with stained glass, carved rosewood doors, and the legendary golden throne displayed once a year.
1 day
Chamundi Hill & Brindavan Gardens
Climb 1,000 steps to the Chamundeshwari Temple for city panoramas, then see the musical fountain at the Brindavan Gardens after dusk.
1 day
Mysore Silk & Sandalwood Trail
Visit the government silk factory, sandalwood oil unit, and the colourful Devaraja Market for Mysore pak and flower garlands.
half day
Upcoming events
Mysore Dussehra
10-day royal celebration, the palace glows with 97,000 bulbs, cultural performances fill every auditorium in the city, and the grand Jamboo Savari elephant procession closes the festival on Vijayadashami.
2026-09-29 to 2026-10-08
Safety
All clear · updated 2026-08-01
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