Lalitha Mahal Palace
ಲಲಿತ ಮಹಲ್
A white palace built in 1921 with a dome modelled on St Paul's Cathedral in London, now a palace hotel where afternoon tea can be booked.
The palace sits at the foot of Chamundi Hill. The Maharaja built it in 1921 to host the Viceroy of India. Its pure white exterior has a central dome inspired by St Paul's Cathedral in London, and it is the second-largest palace in Mysuru. It is now run as a heritage hotel by Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation and features an Italian marble staircase, a stained-glass dome and a banquet hall. Non-guests can dine in the restaurant or have afternoon tea, and may be charged an entry fee for viewing the interior. Dress neatly.
Opening hours
Hotel open; non-guests are advised to visit during meal times
Nearby sights
- Mysore Sand Sculpture Museum
- Karanji Lake
- Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens (Mysore Zoo)
- Nandi Statue, Chamundi Hill
- Chamundi Hill & Chamundeshwari Temple
- Mysore Palace (Amba Vilas)
- St. Philomena's Cathedral
- Devaraja Market