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Balmuri Falls, Srirangapatna: Overview
Balmuri falls is a man-made waterfall situated in Srirangapatna town of Karnataka. It is a check dam built over the Kaveri River that ensures the water to descent from a height of 6 feet over the River Kaveri. Balmuri is a Kannada word that means to ‘curve right’, which in turn relates to the right turn the river takes at this place in Srirangapatna.
The place around this check dam provides a pleasurable sight. The shores are packed with beautiful green coconut palms and the water gushing out of the fall sparkles as the sun rays hit the check dam. The sight is so picturesque that the region has been used as a setting in several Bollywood and Kannada movies. This place is best suited for photographers who can spend their day capturing beautiful pictures of nature and people.
Lying on the outskirts of Mysore, Balmuri Falls is a calm place situated away from the distractions and noise in the city. Therefore, it is a perfect place for a picnic with your family and place. You can also walk on the dam, and the water will run up to your ankles. The best way to enjoy the falls is to take a relaxing bath in the water.
