South AsiaAsia
Kingdom of Mysore
The Kingdom of Mysore in southern India was ruled by the Wodeyar dynasty, first as a Vijayanagara vassal. In the late 18th century Hyder Ali and his son Tipu Sultan made it a major power that fought four wars with the British East India Company. After Tipu's death in 1799 the Wodeyars were restored as a princely state until 1950.
Key facts
| Dates | 1399 – 1950 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | South Asia |
| Continent | Asia |
| Type | kingdom (princely state from 1799) |
| Capitals | Mysore, Srirangapatna |
| Founder | Yaduraya Wodeyar |
| Religion(s) | Hinduism, Islam |
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Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.