Krishnarajasagara, Karnataka, India
Krishna Raja Sagar Dam or KRS Dam in Mysore is a popular tourist attraction. It is located in Krishnarajasagara, Mysuru, Karnataka. KRS Dam is an important source of drinking water for the cities of Mysore and Bangalore. The River Cauvery accounts for the main supply of water harnessed from the dam. The dam is another main source of irrigation water in Mysore and Mandya. Krishna Raja Sagar Dam in Mysore is considered as the first irrigation dam of India.
Suggested time duration
4 HoursCrowded Period
WeekendBest Season To Visit
March to JulyDo's & Dont's
Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety
Do not consume liquor.
Architecture
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Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
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All Days | 06:30 AM | 09:30 PM | 15 | 5 |
Transport Connections
Name | Distance | Contact Number |
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Mysore City Bus Stand
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18.1 KM | 07760973033 |
Krishnarajasagar Railway Station |
3.1 KM | 139 |
Mysore Airport
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27.7 KM | 08212596802 |
What to Carry
Suitable For
Facilities
Parking
Parking is available for 5 Cars.Nearest Town
Town Name | Distance |
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Srirangapatna | 17 KM |
Nearest Temples
This temple dates back to 12th Century
Temple is located on an island in the river Kaveri
Cheluvanarayana Swamy Temple is over 1000 years old
Saint Ramanuja stayed here for 12 years
Temple can be termed as par excellence of Hoysala architecture
Nearest Attractions
The sanctuary attracts about 3 lakh visitors anually
Legend has that been here during their exile days
Translates to Garden of the Sea of Wealth
Created by river Cauvery that runs down a 75 m gorge
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