Visiting places and distances in and around Mandya district
The major attraction in the list of places to visit in this district is Brindavan gardens. This place is also called Krishnarajasagar (KRS) having a dam on the river Kaveri which is one of the biggest dam in India. KRS is only 15 Kms from Mysore district.
Balmuri, a picnic spot and is nearer to KRS (on the way). 40 Kms from Mandya.
Shrirangapattana, famous for Sri Ranganatha temple, Tipu's palace, Tipu's Darya Daulat Bagh, Lal Mahal. This place is very nearer to Mysore on the way to Bangalore. 25 Kms from Mandya.
Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary is also nearer to Mysore and just beside Shrirangapatana. This is on the banks of river Kaveri. 23 Kms from Mandya.
Shivanasamudram also called Bluff or Shimsa is famous for Gaganachukki and Bharachukki falls. 60 Kms from Mandya.
Melukote, a religious centre, famous for Cheluvanarayanaswami temple. 35 Kms from Mandya.
Mahadevapura, a bird sanctuary and a scenic place famous for picnic. 25 Kms from Mandya.
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