Brindavan Gardens

Brindavan Gardens is a sprawling and lovely garden laid adjacent to the famous Krishnaraja Sagar Dam built across the river Cauvery, which is located just outside Mysore. The dam itself is a remarkable feat of engineering, and the reservoir is almost 125 ft deep and has the stamp of Sir M Visveswaraiah, the famous Mysore engineer acclaimed for his engineering genius. Just inside the entrance is a long path flanked by a sheet of dammed water on one side and a stepped structure from where the released water flows. Once past this, there are terraced gardens, fountains, a lake with a towering water jet and acres of lawns to stroll or just lounge around. Visit one of the shows at the famous musical fountains located in one corner where jets of water jump and sway in time to music.