Landscape of Karanji Lake

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(539) · Lake in Mysore, India
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Karanji Lake (Kannada: ಕಾರಂಜಿ ಕೆರೆ ) is a lake located in the city of Mysore in the state of Karnataka, India. The lake is surrounded by a nature …

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Mar 8, 2025
These gardens were excellent. A quiet oasis, no crowds, great for the storks and the peacocks. Beautifully tended. The staff were fluent in English and clearly loved their jobs. Charming romantic spo…Full review by Alfiecat41
Jan 10, 2025
Good place for boating, you can spend 1 hour here , the place has various manual and driver boat options, the driver boats are 100 per personFull review by Daydream67860167416
Dec 31, 2024
Beautiful place with boating( charged separately )and bird aviary. Lots of peacocks, ducks, pelicans ( as it was migration season ) The kids play area is also good and well maintained. The only part …Full review by Shruti S

Questions & answers

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Is it a safe place to visit with family in the afternoon/ evening?
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Surely a family place, with An aviary, children's park, boating & many more! Afternoons are really good, though sunrise also is fine. They close by 6 PM, Officially.
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How much does it cost for boating
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Rs. 25 adults & 15 for children. 15 Minutes in a boat of 8 to 10 People. Worth if you are going after 5 PM ( Photographically GOLDEN Hours)
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Answer by Traveller G · Dec 26, 2017
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Distance from city bus stand
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Hardly 2 kms
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are there motor/rowing boats available or only pedalling boats?
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No motor.. Only self rowing and through the driver...
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Why the lake is open from 8:30 onwards?.. I understand the working staff timings but this is ideal place for joggers.. …
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Why the lake is open from 8:30 onwards?.. I understand the working staff timings but this is ideal place for joggers.. You can keep the birds sanctuary open from 8:30 but you should allow for jogging from at least 6am.. That would be great actually.. Please check on it if possible...
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This may be because it is developed as a bird and butterfly sanctuary. Joggers might disturb the environment for these species. They need time for themselves, you know!
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