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mysore palace


mysore palace
Photo Information
Copyright: praveen arun (my-click-arun) (76)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2008-03
Categories: Architecture
Exposure: f/3.5, 1/640 seconds
More Photo Info: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2009-08-19 2:59
Viewed: 152
Points: 6
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A dramatic three storied stone building of fine gray granite with deep pink marble domes dominated by a five-storied 145 ft tower with a gilded dome mounted by a single golden flag.

Designed by Henry Irwin, the Mysore Palace is one of the finest achievements of Indo-Saracenic architecture, summing up many diverse themes that have played through Indian architecture over the centuries. Muslim designs and Rajput style combine with Gothic elements and indigenous materials in an exuberant display of grandeur.

The palace is set among meticulously laid gardens and has an intricately detailed elevation with a profusion of delicately curved arches, bow-like canopies, magnificent bay windows and columns in varied styles ranging from Byzantine to Hindu.
The striking façade has seven expansive arches and two smaller ones flanking the central arch, which is supported by tall pillars. Above the central arch is an impressive sculpture of Gajalakshmi - the Goddess of wealth with elephants.

The sumptuous interiors of the palace, in keeping with the grand exteriors, are replete with exquisitely carved doors, expansive pavilions, delicate chandeliers, exquisite stained glass ceilings and decorative frescoes depicting scenes from the Indian epics. An enduring reminder of the splendour of the Mysore maharajas and a testament to the dexterity of the local artisans and craftsmen.

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To trampas: hai...my-click-arun 2 08-19 11:06
To korbee: thanks a lotmy-click-arun 1 08-19 10:51
To akg: hey thanks dude!!!!my-click-arun 1 08-19 10:46
To AndroK: thanks for ur commentmy-click-arun 1 08-19 10:44
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Hi Praven...
Welcome on TL...
Beautiful old architecture...
Nice poscard...
Regards...
Andro

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  • akg Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 163 W: 0 N: 83] (962)
  • [2009-08-19 4:44]
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Hello Praveen,
I had been to Mysore palace and took snaps. But this POV is too good! This looks magnificient.
Thanks for sharing,
abhijit.

Unfortunatelly a bit too small,because this is a good picture Praveen.
I visited this place in 1984,one of the most impressive and well kept palaces in India.

jan

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  • trampas Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 306 W: 197 N: 883] (6922)
  • [2009-08-19 10:51]
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hi praveen.
you can post 800x600.
this image is too small, too grainy and oversharpened.

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