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A Boon To The Farmers Of Mysore & Mandya.
The Krishnarajasagar Dam built across the River Cauvery, 1.75 miles long and 134 feet high to use water for irrigation and power, The Dam is also Knowm as 'kanambadi Katte'.
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Brindavan Garden at K.R.S DAM
The dam lie the Brindavan Gardens,splendidly planned ornamental gardens, Vast expanses of well laid out lawns, bright, colourful flowers and fountains surround the small lake that has a musical fountain in its midst. At 7.00 p.m each night,which is very nice........ |
Historical scripts on Krishnaraja Sagar dam.
The inscription in Kannada & English states that the foundation stone was laid by Tipu Sultan. The dream of Tipu Sultan was fulfilled during British India under the rule of Wodeyers,this script was laid in the year 1221.
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English script on Krishnarajasagar Dam
The inscription in English states that the foundation stone was laid by Tipu Sultan. The dream of Tipu Sultan was fulfilled during British India under the rule of Wodeyers |
Brindavan Garden in night.
Musical Fountain, An Enchanting view to the viewers at night.
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The First Electrified fountain in india
The Karnatic musical Fountain. |
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Mysterious temple inside Kanambadi Katte.
The Venugopalakrishna Temple near Mysore which submerges and resurfaces with the water levels at the Krishnaraja Sagar Dam is a splendid example of Hoysala and Dravidian architecture, says B Jagadish
Karnataka is known for its cultural heritage and its famous temples which mirror the glorious period of the kings who ruled here. The Channakeshava Temple in Belur, Hoysaleshwara Temple in Halebeedu and Keshava Temple of Somanathapura are some examples. These temples are now famous tourist spots.
There are, however, many historical temples that have not come to light or are fading due to the negligence of the government agencies. The Venugopalakrishna Temple near the Krishnaraja Sagar Dam (KRS) is one such temple.
While the receding water level at the Krishnaraja Sagar reservoir is often a worrying factor for the people of Mysore and Mandya districts as this would lead to scarcity of water for crops and for drinking; it brings cheer to the tourists and local people. Yes, the scarcity of water makes people flock to the dam site. This is because, the Venugopalakrishna temple which usually lies submerged in the waters of the Cauvery, resurfaces again as the water level at the reservoir dips. This temple holds great interest to locals and tourists. It also provides an opportunity to archaeologists to explore the unfurrowed intricacies of this temple. Come monsoons and the temple gets submerged.
This temple was completely visible in 1951, 1987 and during the month of May-June, last year.
When we leaf through the golden pages of history, we learn that the Hoysalas ruled from 1006 AD to 1346 AD. The Venugopalakrishna Temple was built around 1100 AD.
Records state that prior to the construction of the KRS dam, an Agrathara called Kannambadi existed. It had 33 villages around the Agrathara. It also came to be known as 'Kanvapuri', named after sage Kanva who had his hermitage at this place. When the KRS dam was built to store Cauvery water, Kannambadi along with the 33 villages submerged in the backwaters.
Sir M Vishveshwaraiah, the master engineer-statesman ensured that the villagers were shifted to safer places. Some of the temples were also shifted during this time. The Venugopalakrishna Temple could not be shifted because of its unusual construction. Sir MV responded to the sentiments of the people and built new temples and relocated the idol of Venugopalakrishna to a village called North Bank in Pandavapur taluk.
The temple is a large symmetrical structure which is carved in Hoysala and Dravidian architectural styles. It is remarkable and is of historical significance as it provides an insight into the rule of the Hoysalas and their love for art and culture.
Stone inscriptions in the beautifully carved temples bear testimony to the finesse of Hoysala architecture. The temple consists of two prakaras. It has a Mahadwara and verandahs on both sides. The yagashala and the kitchen are also found here.
The Garudagambha of this temple is not exactly in front as seen in most other temples. The 44-feet long Garudagambha is damaged and its four pieces lie in ruins.
The inner prakara has 42 shrines or gudis where idols of Dashavathara Vishnu and Sri Narayana are seen. The names of gods and goddesses have been written in Kannada lipi and are partially visible.
The main temple consists of a Mukhya mantap, sanctum sanctorum and a hall in the centre. Unfortunately, the authorities have neglected the maintenance of this temple. Also, tourists throw plastic covers, bottles, food waste and other items. The growth of hotels and eateries nearby have added to the pollution of this place.
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The Dam is named after the famous & prestigious kings.
The Kings who were dreaming of mysore to make mysore as a heaven on earth.
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