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| Krishna Raja Sagara also popularly known as KRS is the name of both a lake and the dam that causes it.In 1924[1]. Mokshagundam Visvesvarayya served as the chief engineer. The dam is named for the then ruler of the Mysore Kingdom, Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV.For information about the settlement near the dam and reservoir, see Krishnarajasagara. The dam is across Kaveri River, in Mandya District near Mysore in Karnataka state. There is an ornamental garden attached to the dam, called Brindavan Gardens, making it a popular tourist place and picnic location.KRS is located 12 km from Srirangapatna in Mandya District, Karnataka. The remarkable dam is skillfully built across the River Cauvery and lies very close to Mysore.The dam features 130 ft height and 152 sluice gates. It is built close to confluence of three rivers cauvery, Hemavathi & Lakshmana Teertha. The length of the dam is 2621 meters & height 39 meters. The reservoir itself is spread over an area of 130 Sq. Kms.The Brindavan Gardens is a show garden that has a beautiful botanical park, full of exciting fountains, as well as boat rides beneath the dam. Diwans of Mysore planned and built the gardens in connection with the construction of the dam. The garden is designed based on the Shalimar Gardens of Kashmir in the Mughal style. KRS Dam was the first to install automated Crest gates during 1920 which was again initiated by Sir. M V. Display items include a musical fountain. Various biological research departments are housed here.These gardens are very gracefully decorated and have many colorful fountains. These fountains are usually decorated with lights, making it a visual treat for the viewers every evening.It is a mesmerizing sight when the whole garden is lit up in the evenings. Today, the Brindavan Gardens is world famous for its ethereal beauty, grandeur and illumination/ musical fountain. |
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| District: Mandya District |
| Nearest City: Krishnarajasagara/Mysore |
| Best time to visit: Any time. |
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| The dam was built across river Kaveri, the life river for Mysore and Mandya districts, in 1924[1]. Mokshagundam Visvesvarayya served as the chief engineer. The dam is named for the then ruler of the Mysore Kingdom, Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV.The creative beautification of the whole dam complex has been the achievement of Sir Mirza Ismail, the then Dewan of the princely State of Mysore. Horticulture in 1927 started the work of laying out this garden. |
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| Boat rides beneath the damThe boating pond in the midst of the garden is a location where the visitors can enjoy a boat ride around the famous statue of Goddess Kaveri.A laser show can be watched.The festival season of Dusshera (September/October) is celebrated in grand style in Mysore. On the last day, of the 10 day festival, a procession of the state’s guards lead the Goddess Chamundi seated on a golden howdah mounted on an elephant. The procession is followed by various tableaux, a visual treat rarely seen anywhere else in the world. Climb up Chamundi Hills via the steps, starting early in the morning to get a good view of the city as it rises from slumber while getting good exercise at the same time. For those with a penchant for authentic South Indian vegetarian food, especially light snacks such as dosa and idly with coffee and the like, could try eating at the Mylari hotels (located at Ittigegud and Kuvempunagar) or at Gayathri Tiffin Room (GTR, Chamundipuram). Those spending a long time in this city can also take nice early morning or late evening strolls at either Kukkarahalli lake or Karanji lake, though the latter is recommended, since the entrance has a fee and thus will reduce any potential nuisance in the form of beggars or vendors that might come and disturb your stroll. Karanji lake also has a butterfly park worth checking out. |
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| The Maharaja’s Palace is one of the important sights in Mysore. Built in Indo-Saracenic style with domes, turrets, arches and colonnades,the Palace is a treasure house of exquisite carvings and works of art from all over the world. Intricately carved doors open on to luxuriously furnished rooms. The majestic Durbar Hall has an ornate ceiling and many sculpted pillars. The magnificent jewel studded golden throne of the Wodeyars is displayed here during the Dasera festival. Illuminated on Sundays and public holidays ,the palace presents a spectacle of breathtaking beauty. Brindavan Gardens Located at the KR Sagar Dam [Kannambadi], Brindavan Gardens is one of the best gardens in South India. Spread over 150 acres, Brindavan Gardens has since the 1960s provided the backdrop for many Indian films. Special attractions include the ‘Dancing Fountains’. In Dec 2004 the entire garden was revamped with new fountains and lights.Timings : Monday-Friday : 6:30 PM – 7:25 PM and Saturday-Sunday : 6:30 PM – 8:25 PM Chamundi HillsA well known 335 metres high landmark,Chamundi Hill can be reached by a 13 km road or by climbing up the 1,000 steps laid out by the Mysore Maharaja in the 17th century. Half-way up along the stone steps is Nandi, Lord Shiva’s Bull, a majestic 4.8 metre monolith.At the top is the 12th century temple of Chamundeshwari, the patron goddess of the Wodeyars.Close to the temple is the gigantic statue of the demon Mahishasura. The summit offers a panoramic view of Mysore’s lakes, parks and palaces.St. Philomena’s Church A beautiful Cathedral, reminiscent of medieval architectural style,is one of the largest churches in the country. Built in the gothic style,the Church is an imposing structure with stained glass windows and lofty towersMysore ZooThe Mysore Zoo was set up under royal patronage in the nineteenth century. Its fauna includes rare and exotic species which are housed in lush, green surroundings. The Zoo is famous for breeding some very rare animals in captivity.Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens, which has emerged as one of finest zoos in the country to breed a wide range of animals in captivity, has embarked on a new venture to set up a state-of-the-art Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre. As of Jan 2006 the zoo has prepared a Rs 5.5-crore plan to establish the centre and forwarded the same to the Central Zoo Authority (CZA) for approval. The plan envisages procuring a, emergency mobile ambulance for the animals.The zoo would become the first in the country to have an emergency mobile service to rescue animals fighting for life and cater to animals in and around Bandipur, Brahmagiri, Kanakapura, Madikeri and other wildlife sanctuaries.The Art GalleryThe Jaganmohan Palace was converted into an art gallery in 1875 and exhibits paintings which date back to that period. The artists of that time used natural vegetable and mineral dyes. The famous traditional Mysore ‘gold leaf ‘ paintings are also exhibited in the gallery, as are oil paintings of contemporary artist like Raja Ravi Varma and Svetoslav Roerich. Around MysoreDaria Daulat Bagh Tipu’s Summer Palace,built in 1784,is located here.Made of teak,this Indo-Sarcenic structure has ornate and beautiful frescos.It is now a museum and tells eloquently of Tipu’s valor and his losing battle against the British.FortIt is here that Tipu charged at the British soldiers with his legendary sword.An obelisk in the fort marks the place where he fell -betrayed by his own men.The fort holds within it,a mosque and the Ranganathaswamy Temple.Outside the fort is the Gumbaz,Tipu’s tomb with splendid ebony doors inlaid with ivory. |
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| Nearest Railway Station:Bangalore Station. |
| Nearest Airport:Bangalore International Airport is the nearest airport terminal from the dam. |
| Road Transport: K.S.R.T.C. buses also ply from Bangalore to K.R.S. and Mysore,many Government and private buses ply often from Mysore City to K.RS .From Bangalore 143kms, Mysore 24Kms |
| Nearest Visiting places: |
| Vrindavan Garden Fountain at KRS damMysore PalaceDaria Daulat Bagh, MysoreTipu Sultan’s death place, SrirangapatnaThomas Inman’s Dungeon, SrirangapatnaJamia Masjid, SrirangapatnaDaria Daulat Bagh, MysoreColonel Bailey’s Dungeon, SrirangapatnaCommemorative Obleisk, SrirangapatnaHistorical Water Gate, SrirangapatnaSt Philomena’s churchChamundi HillChamundi HillsChannapatnaHimavad Gopalaswamy BettaKabiniKokarebellurMelkoteNagarhole National ParkNanjangudNimishambhaRanganthittu Bird SanctuaryShivasamudramSomnathpurTalakadBandipur National Park |
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| At Mysore. |
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| There is a guest house for tourists.Hotels and Inspection Bungalow provide with boarding and lodging facilities. |
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| Police Station:100 |
| Nearest Hospital:Srirangapatna,Mysore |
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