Brindavan Gardens: A Symphony of Nature and Engineering

Covering 60 acres, it’s one of the most visited places in Karnataka. Brindavan Gardens is next to the Krishna Raja Sagara Dam (KRS Dam) on the Kaveri River. This garden is perfect if you like nature, enjoy taking pictures, or want a calm trip. Brindavan Gardens is a lovely place near Mysuru, Karnataka.

Brindavan Gardens Light Show & Musical Fountain

The Royal Orchid Brindavan , one of the heritage hotels in Mysore, overlooking the Brindavan Gardens has a fabulous view from the balconies. Visit to the Brindavan Gardens is a crowded affair, especially during the weekends and on other holiday seasons. Other attractions in the garden include a short boat ride (to the Musical Fountain area) and a small aquarium. Further you can walk down to the opposite end of the garden for watching the customary Musical Fountain finale.

The white heritage building now converted to a 5 star hotel run by Orchid group of hotels adds to the beauty of the gardens. The fountains literally dancing to the tunes is a visual delight. In the evening when the gardens are illuminated, the garden looks like a place from a fairy tale. There is a beautiful idol of Cauvery installed in one corner of the gardens.

• For those who wish to witness the garden in all its illuminated glory, an evening visit is recommended.
• Tree avenues of Sago Palm, copper pod, polyalthea are found in the road that runs parallel to the main dam road.
• From Mysore, you can take a taxi or a bus to reach Brindavan Gardens.
• The musical garden opens in the evening and is much enjoyed by the tourists.
• Here you will find a multi-terrace structure that offers a panoramic view of the garden and the dam.
• St. Philomena Church, Mysore Palace, and Mysore Zoo are within the city.

Krishna Raja Sagara (KRS) Dam

Brindavan Garden is based on the Shalimar Gardens of Kashmir, also built as a terrace garden in the ancient Mughal style. In 1927, the construction of this garden started inside the premises of the KRS Dam, which took almost five years to complete. The major attraction of this garden is its three terraces, which are laid out in symmetry and end in a horseshoe shape.

All this talk of a makeover to turn Brindavan Gardens into a global tourist attraction is nothing but wishful thinking — or perhaps something else. Reduce the prices, because the Garden is not worth visiting even at the pre-hike rates. Places of natural beauty such as beaches, tropical island resorts, national parks, mountains, deserts and forests, are examples of traditional tourist attractions which people may visit.

Mysore Zoo (Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens)

Nor is it about watching and listening raptly to coloured fountains dancing to music. Next time you are planning a trip to Mysore, make sure you add this picturesque garden to your itinerary. This man-made marvel attracts thousands of tourists annually for its amazingly designed terraced gardens, which are well laid out in a symmetrical design. Mysore Zoo or Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens, spread across an area of 157 acres is one of the best zoological gardens in India. Brindavan Gardens One of the most enormous palaces of India, Mysore Palace is a must-visit tourist place near Brindavan Gardens in Mysore. Do not worry as Brindavan Gardens also has something fun for children; there is a Children’s Park, located towards the right of the South Brindavan with slides, concrete animals, birds, etc. and various other items.

Bhavin's 6 days trip to Mysore

From the Kaveramma Circle, you can see terrace gardens of various types. The KRS Dam is constructed across the Cauvery River, a major South Indian river, and the Brindavan Gardens add to the overall beauty of the region. Mysore’s Brindavan Gardens are primarily a terrace garden ideated by Sir Mirza Ismail. The construction of this garden, which is located within the KRS Dam complex, began in 1927 and was completed in 1932 by the Mysore Horticulture Department.

The Musical fountains have spectacular harmony of water, colors and music. The main charm in the garden is its “Dancing Fountain” where fountains dance on the tunes of music and makes magnificent color patterns. In Dec 2004 the entire garden was amended with new fountains and lights. Also, there is a boating pond in the centre of the garden where the visitors can enjoy a boat ride.

There are no charges for carrying a camera inside, however, any commercial videography is not allowed inside the garden. Brindavan Gardens in Mysore is globally renowned for its ethereal beauty and grandeur, adorned with a widespread green landscape dotted with colourful blooms. Once you reach the temple, you are welcomed with some stunning views of the significant structures of the city including the Lalitha Mahal Palace. After the Taj Mahal in Agra, Mysore Palace is India’s second most visited historical monument.