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    Balmuri Falls

    Mysore, Karnataka, India

    7/10
    Best time: October-to-March
    4 hours

    Hey adventurers! Come to Balmuri Falls near Mysore, Karnataka! It's not really a tall waterfall, but a wide cascade created by a dam on the Cauvery River. People also call it 'Balamuri'. Imagine splashing and playing in the shallow water – perfect for a fun family day trip! It's a super spot for **Karnataka tourism** and a cool escape near **Mysore tourist places**.

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    Top Activities in Balmuri Falls

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      Capture Scenic Photographs

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      Enjoy A Picnic By The Falls

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      Relax And Enjoy The Nature

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      Swim In The Cool Waters

    Detailed Information

    Best Time to Visit

    October-to-March

    When to visit place on the day

    All-Day

    Approximate expense

    ₹500 per person

    History

    Balmuri Falls is not a natural waterfall but was created when a check dam was built across the Cauvery River for irrigation purposes. The dam's construction led to the formation of the cascading falls, which have since become a popular tourist attraction. The exact date of the dam's construction isn't readily available in online sources, but it transformed the area into a recreational spot. Over time, facilities for tourists have developed around the area, making it a convenient and enjoyable place to visit.

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    Recent Google Reviews

    sameer umarji
    sameer umarji

    sameer umarji

    11/25/2024

    Best place to visit. Kids enjoy a lot. Ample space for car parking with minimal charges. Eateries all along the road. Can spend half a day near this waterfalls.

    ARUN R
    ARUN R

    ARUN R

    11/25/2024

    No proper parking place, rainy season floods will be there so not allowed, other days water will be less from September.. temple is very beautiful and renovated.. peaceful when there is no crowd and unseason.. ancient temples must visit.. surrounding area cleanliness needed.. no government authority or police is there to monitor.. except two near the falls and bridge.. must visit picnic spot.

    umruddin
    umruddin

    umruddin

    11/25/2024

    Nice place for a picnic. You get fried fish in local hotels. Water play is fun as always. But this place is not at all maintained well.

    K.M. Somayaji
    K.M. Somayaji

    K.M. Somayaji

    11/25/2024

    On the banks of Cauvery .. a small dirty village , not developed as a tourist spot . Potential for developing as tourist place is there but we the v people don’t want to keep our places clean … water current was strong , could not walk along the small falls …. But walked along the river on the other side of bridge . Good serene location

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