Mysore Palace (by night)

I didn't think the picture above was worthy of a post on its own, but the hotel I stayed at was quite picturesque. My room was enormous. All told, it was a great, relaxing trip. My last night featured a return to the palace. It's lit up ("the illumination") for only one hour per week, on Sunday from 7pm to 8pm. And it takes on a very different feel for this event; it's kind of like a Disney World. Much less formal and more friendly, less touristy. Admission is free and the palace grounds are visited mostly by local people who come with their families.