A day in KRS BACKWATER


 

A Day in KRISHNA RAJA SAGARA BACKWATER

Mysuru or (Mysore) is the second-largest city in the state of Karnataka, India. And a demon from Hindu mythology. Mysore is always mesmerized its tourist with the rich heritage and holy temples. 

The KRS Dam is itself a beauty and the storage of the water is considered to be called the KRS Backwaters. It will be full during the rainy season. This is also considered to be a great picnic spot for all travel lovers and peace seekers.



KRS Backwaters History

The KRS was created in the year 1932, Sir. Visvesvaraya 19th Dewan of Mysore, was the intellect behind the sketch and construction of this elevated KRS Dam. It is the main source of drinking water for all of Mysore city.

Three rivers meet near the Krishna Raja Sagar which are Kaveri, Hemavahti, and Lakshmana tirtha. And the KRS dam has an ornamental garden called Brindavan Gardens attached to it, more than a million tourists have visited this place every year.

Venugopal Swamy Hindu temple:

The Venugopal Swami Temple is located in Hatakambari on the KRS backwaters about one km from Brindavan Gardens. The temple has a beautiful Mandapam at the entrance. The temple is facing East and you get a mesmerizing view of the rare side of the KRS dam from KRS Backwaters. it’s a consummate place for friends and families to spend a calm evening.

The best thing we can observe in the Venugopal Swami temple is the beautiful stone chariot with the sky and clouds outside the Venugopal Swamy Hindu temple in the Krishna Raja Sagar or KRS backwaters.



Sailing in KRS Backwaters

First of its kind championship to be held in the state by Royal Mysore sailing club 100 sailor’s from across the country to take part in the six-day event at KRS backwaters Mysore. Perceived as a leisure sport, sailing is slowly picking up after a stellar performance by Indian sailors at the recently held Tokyo 2020 Olympics.

Another name of KRS Backwaters

KRS backwater we can also call it by the name of Meenakshi Pura, the best thing is we can also go for boating (coracles) considerably we can spend more time. The complex was a symmetrical building enclosed by two ‘Prakarsa’ and the outer gate Mahadwara had verandahs on both sides, flanked by the Yagasala and the kitchen. The original temple complex was spread over an area of about 50 acres. The temple was submerged in water for over 70 years since the completion of the KRS dam. There is an enormous space to walk around the temple and we can enjoy the beautiful sight of the Cauvery River flowing so as to near the dam.

KRS Backwaters Ticket price & timings:

A sum of 30 rupees / Person for simultaneous entry into the temple and dam.
Monday – Sunday: 8 AM to 6 PM

Dam musical fountain timings: 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM on weekdays, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM on weekends

Interesting thing to do in KRS backwaters

We can find a bowl boating ride for Rs-100/- for an adult, a 2.3Km water ride. A life jacket is provided. The boating facility is also available in the KRS DAM garden.

Nearby restaurant

This beautiful place has plenty of resorts and hotels. From amazing luxury hotels and resorts to the budget friendly hotels, everything is available here for peoples convivence.

Thotada Mane and Royal Orchid Brindavan Garden palace and spa etc., You can also find a plenty of Dabas near KRS backwaters where you can enjoy the local ambience of KRS Backwater and Tourists can also find the roadside vendors selling soft drinks and short-eat snackable.

How to reach KRS Backwaters

The temple is located at the banks of the Cauvery backwater behind the KRS dam. It’s around 25km from Mysore and nearby 8 km from the KRS dam entry point. If you are starting from the KRS site, you will have to take the KRS – Pandavapura road, and once you cross the bridge go further for around 3km where you will have to branch out towards the left to go to the temple.

The architecture of the temple is a really beautiful place to visit anytime. And guards will not allow you to use mobile phones or cameras, but the best thing is to go for a round by a two-wheeler in the evening which will make you feel the mesmerizing views of the sunset at the KRS backwaters. The whole place has been fully secured keeping in mind the tourist safety. It is not only a pilgrimage shrine but a tourist attraction too and also devotees are not allowed to offer coconut and flowers.

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Recommended to visit near KRS backwaters

  • Sri Ranganatha Swamy temple
  • Krishnaraja Sagara (KRS) Dam
  • Nimishamba temple
  • Dariya Daulat Palace – Tippu Sultan’s Summer Palace
  • Balmuri falls
  • Sangama
  • Captain Bailey’s Dungeon
  • Wellesley bridge
  • Tippu Sultan’s Death Place
  • Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary

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