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The fort is noted for its beautifully carved arches in
Islamic style and for the well-preserved temple dedicate
to 'Lord Ganesh'. Most part of the fort is in ruins.
The palace of Tipu Sultan, which is near the fort, is
now a museum. The construction was started by Hyder Ali
but completed by his son, Tipu Sultan in 1791. This palace
was originally a summer retreat and it took ten years
to plan and complete the construction. It is a two-storied
ornate wooden structure with pillars, arches and balconies
flanked by gardens on either side leading to the palace.
The Eastern and Western projecting balconies of the upper
floor contained the seat of state from where Tipu conducted
affairs of the state. An inscription on the wooden screen
describes the palace as the 'Abode of happiness'.
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