Krishnarajasagara Dam (also called KRS) is located 12 km from
Srirangapatna in
Mandya District,
Karnataka. It is built across the River
Cauvery and is close to
Mysore.
Dr M Visvesvaraya was the architect of Krishnarajasagara Dam. The dam is 130 ft high, with 152 sluice gates.
The famous Brindavan Gardens lies on the terrace of the Krishnarajasagara Dam. These gardens are very elegantly landscaped, and have many colorful fountains. These fountains are sometimes decorated with lights, making it a visual treat.
Bangalore International Airport is the nearest airport.
