Srirangapatnam
Srirangapatnam, situated in the Mandya district in the state of Karnataka,South India was once the capital of Hyder Ali and his son Tipu Sultan, the ‘Tiger of Mysore’. Situated on the River, this small island houses the imposing Srirangapatnam Fort built in 1454. Tipu Sultan fought his last battle against the British from here and an obelisk marks the spot where he was killed.
Standing outside the eastern wall of the fortress is Daria Daulat bagh, a beautiful garden surrounding Tipu’s summer palace. The personal belongings and souvenirs connected with the two rulers are at display here in a small museum. The Srirangapatnam Fort also houses the Jumma Masjid which was constructed by Tipu and the Sri Ranganatha Temple built in the Hoysala and Vijayanagar style of architecture. A massive idol of Lord Vishnu adds to the grandeur. Near the fort is Gumbaz, a beautiful tomb containing the mortal remains of Hyder Ali, his wife and Tipu Sultan.
The Ranganittu Bird Sanctuary, just 4 km from Srirangapatnam situated in an island in the Kaveri is a travel point for nature enthusiasts, It is an enchanting place where birds from as far as Siberia find a temporary home. A short travel of 3 km from Srirangapatnam takes one to Sangama where the two branches of the Cauvery meet. Just 12km from Srirangapatnam is The Krishna Raja Sagar Dam across the river Cauvery.
Brindavan gardens attached to the dam is famous for its well laid out gardens with musical fountains that cascade in different shapes and multi colored lights which make it seem like something out of a fairy tale. The beautifully illuminated garden has a magical quality at night.
Around 40 km from Mandy is located the Sivasamudram Falls which is the second largest waterfall in India is certainly an awe inspiring sight. The falls supply hydroelectric power to Bangalore and Mysore. The Nimishamba Temple dedicated to Goddess Parvati and the Karighatta temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu are two popular places of pilgrimage
Standing outside the eastern wall of the fortress is Daria Daulat bagh, a beautiful garden surrounding Tipu’s summer palace. The personal belongings and souvenirs connected with the two rulers are at display here in a small museum. The Srirangapatnam Fort also houses the Jumma Masjid which was constructed by Tipu and the Sri Ranganatha Temple built in the Hoysala and Vijayanagar style of architecture. A massive idol of Lord Vishnu adds to the grandeur. Near the fort is Gumbaz, a beautiful tomb containing the mortal remains of Hyder Ali, his wife and Tipu Sultan.
The Ranganittu Bird Sanctuary, just 4 km from Srirangapatnam situated in an island in the Kaveri is a travel point for nature enthusiasts, It is an enchanting place where birds from as far as Siberia find a temporary home. A short travel of 3 km from Srirangapatnam takes one to Sangama where the two branches of the Cauvery meet. Just 12km from Srirangapatnam is The Krishna Raja Sagar Dam across the river Cauvery.
Brindavan gardens attached to the dam is famous for its well laid out gardens with musical fountains that cascade in different shapes and multi colored lights which make it seem like something out of a fairy tale. The beautifully illuminated garden has a magical quality at night.
Around 40 km from Mandy is located the Sivasamudram Falls which is the second largest waterfall in India is certainly an awe inspiring sight. The falls supply hydroelectric power to Bangalore and Mysore. The Nimishamba Temple dedicated to Goddess Parvati and the Karighatta temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu are two popular places of pilgrimage
