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Timings, Entrance
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Timings
: 6.00 am to 6.00 pm |
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Entrance Fee : Free |
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It is one of the biggest and oldest lake in Mysore,
home to a wide variety of water birds. About 250
species of birds visit the lake during the season.
The common visitors are the spot billed Pelicon,
Indian darter, Pin-tailed duck, Shoveller, Whistling
teal and the painted Stork. Some endangered species
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It is located on 165 acres of land having 45 sq. kms
catchment area was an environmental and cultural
contribution of Mysore Royal family in 1828. The
lake has been a source of sustenance for the past
175 years to Mysoreans in the area of agriculture,
fisheries and other household activities. A
sidewalk provides a good opportunity for the visitor
to soak in the beauty of the lake. |
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