Karanji Lake:
Karanji lake is situated at the bottom of the Chamundi hills and is very close to the city. It is a natural lake with a total area of 90 hectares, Karanji kere means lake in Kannada language. This lake is looked after by the Mysore Zoo authority. It is a good place to spend time, where huge green cover and the shady water front is there. Boating is available in the lake. The ideal way to see Karanji lake is to stroll through the shore line and see whatever comes on the way. It is a great heaven for migratory birds like herons, Painted storks etc. There were also a large number of Neer Kagi (bird name in Kannada).
Kukkaranahalli Lake:
This lake was established in the year 1864, to provide water for irrigation purpose for the areas outside the Mysore city. The water of this lake was later used as a source of water supply to the Mysore city. This lake is situated within the campus of Mysore University at the heart of the city. The lake is partly arboretum and partly aquatic habitat. But, unfortunately, over the years the lake has deteriorated.
Lingabudi Lake:
One of the famous lake of the Mysore city, this is place to enjoy some solitude bliss. This lake is located at Srirampura, just 8 kms from the city of Mysore, this is place for nature lovers. Besides the tourists, this scenic lake also invites a lot of migratory birds and is home to around 250 species of birds.
This lake qualifies to be a bio diversity lake which allows the visitors to enjoy walking on the sidewalks of the lake. Besides, the beautifully laden garden just next to the lake ia also another attraction. The lake is open for tourists from 6 in the morning till 6 in the evening. Reaching the lake is a very easy task and many buses are available for Lingabudi Lake from the city bus center.
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