Dariya Daulat Palace Srirangapatna is an island in the river Kaveri, about 14kms from Mysore. In Srirangapatna is the Dariya Daulat Palace (Summer Palace) that is set amidst beautiful gardens called Daria Daulat Bagh. Tippu Sultan popularly known as the “Tiger of Mysore”, built this palace in 1784 and ruled…

Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary Ranganthittu was formed as a result of a small dam across the river Cauvery in the 1600s. The Bird Sanctuary at Ranganathittu owes its existence to the world famous ornithologist Dr. Salim Ali who convinced the Maharaja of Mysore in 1940 to declare Ranganthittu as a protected…

Gumbaz At the eastern end of the island towards the South is Gumbaz or Mausoleum. It was built by Tippu Sultan for his parents between 1782-84AD. Later Tippu was buried here on 5th May 1799. It is an impressive square tomb chamber surrounded by brick built dome. Open corridors run…

Sriranganathaswamy Temple Ranganatha Swamy Temple is one of the largest temples in the state, and is of great local importance. An inscription dated 894 AD revels that a Ganga Chieftain by name Thirumalaiah was the founder of the temple of Sri Ranganatha.Later, Hoysalas, Vijayanagara, Mysore Wodeyars, Haider Ali enlarged it….

SITE OF TIPPU’S DEATH In the fourth battle of Mysore, Tippu Sulthan who last his breath in this place. While fighting with the British in 1799, 4th May. The stone tablet erected standing. “Tippu Sultan body was found here”.

Karighatta This is a place, which is very near to the city of Mysore at a distance of about 20 kms. A branch of river Cauvery flows down to join the other branch near “Sangam”. Here the river Lokapavani, a tributary to Cauvery joins Cauvery near this hill. On the…

Gosayi Ghat Here there is an ancient temple. A lot of films are being shot here because of its picturesque beauty. This is a very good picnic spot. It is one of the hot favorite spot of lovers!!!

Krishnaraja Sagar Dam The Krishnaraja Sagar reservoir across the legendary Cauvery River is round 18km north-west of Mysore. The Brindavan Gardens are located just a level below the dam.Often described as the best example of illuminated terrace gardens in the country, the idea was brainchild of Sir M.Visveshwaraiah and Sir…

COLBAILEY’S DYBGEON This dungeon was built in 18th century for war prisoners. After the second battle of Mysore Tippu Sultan who captured many British officers including Col-Bailey who died in the prison.

Sangam Sangam is a spot 3 km away from Srirangapatna where the other branch of the river Cauvery – Loakpavani joins in. The Sangam is otherwise known as the confluence of rivers. It is located near a temple. A dip in the Sangam is considered to be holy. There is…