Krishnaraja Sagara Dam , Mysore
About Krishnaraja Sagara Dam
Krishna Raja Sagar Dam lies in the neighborhood of Brindavan Garden. Popularly known as KRS dam, was established in the year 1924.Named after then King of Mysore, Krishnaraja Wodeyar. The name Krishna Raja Sagar indicates both Lake and Dam. The dam was built across the major river of Karnataka and Tamilnadu, River Cauvery. This dam is the vital source for irrigation and drinking water in Mysore, Mandya District and even Bengaluru City, the capital of Karnataka. KRS Dam is the first dam with automated crest gates. Right beneath is situated well laid out and well maintained Botanical Park called “Brindavan Garden”. There are varieties of colorful flora in this garden. Beside various plants there is a musical fountain. The Brindavan Garden was planned while plans were initiated for KRS Dam. There is a 4-Star luxury hotel called “Royal Orchid” nearby Brindavan Garden which offers pleasant stay for Tourists.
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Places to Visit near Krishnaraja Sagara Dam
Chunchanakatte Falls, Karnataka
24.1 km from Krishnaraja Sagara Dam - See map
Gushing from an altitude of 20 meters, Chunchanakette falls are on the Cauvery River where it splits as two streams at this place and blend as one...
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Daria Daulat Bagh, Karnataka
36.3 km from Krishnaraja Sagara Dam - See map
Daria Daulat Bagh is a summer palace which is located amidst of Cauvery River nearby Mysore. This summer palace was from where, “Tiger of...
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Hemagiri Falls, Karnataka
36.7 km from Krishnaraja Sagara Dam - See map
Hemagiri Falls are situated at a 15min drive from the Krishnarajpet town in Karnataka state. The small reservoir which serves as irrigation dam...
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Brindavan Garden, Karnataka
40.5 km from Krishnaraja Sagara Dam - See map
Brindavan Garden, one of the most mesmerizing beauty spot is established with symmetric designs. This elegantly laid garden is known for its...
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Mysore Rail Museum, Karnataka
44.6 km from Krishnaraja Sagara Dam - See map
This exhibit of vintage locomotives of Indian Railways is one of the oldest and second largest of its kind in India. Located in Mysore, the Mysore...
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Lakshminarayana Temple, Karnataka
45.2 km from Krishnaraja Sagara Dam - See map
Situated in the Hosaholalu, Lakshminarayana Temple, an exquisite architecture belongs to Hoysalas of 13th century. The temple is dedicated to Lord...
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Mysore Palace, Karnataka
45.4 km from Krishnaraja Sagara Dam - See map
Mysore Palace is located at the center of the Mysore city. The Mysore Palace, also known as the Amba Vilas Palace, is considered as the pride and...
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St. Philomena Church, Karnataka
46.9 km from Krishnaraja Sagara Dam - See map
St. Philomena Church is in Mysore or Mysuru is originally over 200 years old, but rebuilt in 1936 in present Neo Gothic style and its architecture...
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Mysore Zoo, Karnataka
47.1 km from Krishnaraja Sagara Dam - See map
Officially called as Sri Chamarajendra Zoological, the Mysore Zoo is situated in the vicinity of Mysore Palace. Established in the year 1892, the...
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Karanji Lake, Karnataka
47.2 km from Krishnaraja Sagara Dam - See map
Karanji Lake sprawls across 90 acres and is situated at the foot of Chamundi Hills next to Mysuru Zoo. The lake has been recently re-developed and...
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Lingabudi Lake, Karnataka
48 km from Krishnaraja Sagara Dam - See map
Lingabudi Lake is 8 km away from heart of the city. Not as well maintained as the Karanji Lake, but more serene as its left to the wild. Many...
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Ranganthittu Bird Sanctuary, Karnataka
48.6 km from Krishnaraja Sagara Dam - See map
Situated in Mandya district, Ranganthittu Bird Sanctuary is Karnataka’s largest bird sanctuary and sprawls across 40 acres through which river...
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