I was the last direct male lineage of Raja Yaduraja. However, Krishnaraja Wodeyar I's successor was his adopted son, Maharaja Chamaraja Wodeyar VII from the Ankanahalli Urs branch. After him, Maharaja Chamaraja Wodeyar III's second daughter Rajakumari Chikkadevi's family with the Bettada Kote Urs branch takes over the monarchy. Bettada Kote (Hill Fort) Urs branch The Bettada Kote Urs was one of the larger jagirs, or feudal estates, in the Kingdom of Mysore. After the death of the 22nd ruler Maharaja Chamaraja Wodeyar VIII, his widowed queen mother Maharani Lakshmi Devi adopted Chamaraja Wodeyar IX of the Bettada Kote Urs branch which continues to-date. Kalale Urs branch Maddur Urs branch Contributions The Wadiyars were patrons of fine arts, fostering a number of famous musicians, writers and painters. Their contributions to music and literature has rendered the city of Mysore a cultural centre of Karnataka. See also Diwan of Mysore Karnataka Kingdom of Mysore Maharaja of Mysore Mysore Mysore State Srirangapatna Talakad References External links The Wodeyars of Mysore (1578 A.D. to 1947 A.D.) Mysore – Imperial City of Karnataka Curse on Wodeyars: Documenting a Legend Curse on Wodeyars: ORAL TRADITIONS -Legend and history Coins of the Wodeyars The Wodeyar / Wadiyar Dynasty (Official Website of Mysore Palace) History of Karnataka Karnataka society Kings of Mysore Dynasties of India Hindu dynasties