Wadiyars

The Wadiyars were the ruling dynasty of the princely state of Mysore in India, reigning from 1399 until India's independence in 1947. They established their capital in Mysore, and the city became the kingdom's capital in 1799. The Wadiyars consolidated their power in the 17th century, taking advantage of conflicts between the Mughal Empire and the Marathas. Their rule was interrupted by the military adventurer Hyder Ali in 1761, and later by the British, who conquered Mysore after the Mysore Wars. The Wadiyars regained administrative control in 1881 and the last of the dynasty became governor after territorial reorganizations. The Mysore Palace, a significant landmark, is closely associated with the Wadiyar family and now serves as a museum and tourist attraction.12