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About Srirangapatna:
Srirangapatna had been the unique pilgrim spot and the most fascinating Tourist Destination. It came to limelight during the time of the Vijaynagar Dynasty and gained a major impact in the political scenario at that point of time. It is famous for the nine day long Navaratri Festival that is held in the city and this carnival is dedicated to Goddess Durga.
She is the patron Goddess of Mysore and is believed to slay any danger that comes into the way of the devotees and thus Goddess Durga is said to be the Universal Protector. Srirangapatna became the capital of the Mysore Kingdom under the reign of Tipu Sultan and Hyder Ali.
Srirangapatna have a unique array of artifacts that has been constructed under the leadership of the able rulers of the city Srirangapatna. Numerous Monuments like Darya Daulat, Jumma Maseedi are few of them. In 1799, the Battle of Srirangapatna was fought between the British and Tipu Sultan and he was betrayed by his own men.
One notable fact was that the same man who defeated Tipu Sultan in the battle of Srirangapatna, named Lord Wellesley also defeated Napoleon in the Battle of Waterloo later. All the he assets of the kingdom including Gold, Silver and Attires of Tipu Sultan along with his famous sword were taken to England for display at the Museum.
Places of Interest at Srirangapatna:
The incarnation of Lord Vishnu in the temple of Sri Ranganathaswamy is a very reputed concept, and if one comes across the temple premises, he would get to know the beautiful Shrine of Lord Vishnu, which looks like a live statue of the Lord. Adjacent to the Ganjam District there is the great temple of the Nimisamba. The Summer Palace of Tipu Sultan is a worthwhile place to visit.
The Jumma Musjid is also a very vital Tourist spot in the city of Srirangapatna. The Daria Daulat Garden is a splendid Picnic spot for the tourists. Moreover the magnificent Bird Sanctuary known as the Ranganitittu Bird Sanctuary is impregnated with such birds such as Open Billed Stork, River Tem, Great Stone Plover and Painted Stork. In Karkghatta, or the Black Hill, there is the renowned Lord Srinivasa enshrined in a luminous manner.
Accommodation at Srirangapatna:
The accommodation at Srirangapatna is comfortable and exciting. One can stay at the Five Star, Four Star or even the Budget Hotels according to his capacity. But one thing can be said very boldly about the city of Srirangapatna. This is, you are not only welcome to the city but also be taken care of with utmost dedication and concern. Srirangapatna welcomes you for a tour.
Srirangapatna is South India is one of the most important pilgrim centres for the followers of Lord Vishnu, and the temple of Sri Ranganathaswamy erected by the rulers of the Ganga Dynasty has been renovated by the rulers of the Hoysala and the Vijaynagar Rulers.
Traditionally it is believed that the River Kaveri is sanctified at the Temple of Sri Ranganathaswamy. It does not matter whether you are a Vaishnavite or not, you are welcome to witness the grandeur of the city of Srirangapatna.
How to Visit Srirangapatna:
The city of Srirangapatna is just 13 km from the city of Mysore and is linked to the Bangalore city by Rail links. So, you can also avail the Bangalore Airport in order to come here.
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India profile offers you the advantage of an online booking for the Tour to Srirangapatna in South India.
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