Gumbaz , Srirangapatna Tourist places , Bangalore weekend destinations

Our team visited SriRangapatna in Mandya District , one of the infamous spots of Karnataka with historical importance. In this post we cover the spot , "Gumbaz"

Gumbaz Entrance

Gumbaz park

As per the history mentioned here "This tomb and Mosque was built by Tippu Sultan as a tribute to his illustrious father Hyder Ali (1722 - 1784 AD) , after his death. The Gumbaz is situated at the eastern extreme of Srirangapatna . It enshrines the cenotaphs of Hyder Ali , his wife Fakr-Un-Nisha and Tippu Sultan after his death in 1799 AD. It is built on a stone plinth, with polished black granite pillars that run along the corridor around the inner chamber. A magnificent dome crowns the building . The chamber is painted with the tiger stripes that were associated with Tippu.  The structure , laid out a midst  a garden , typical of Islamic architecture , also houses the Masjid-E-Aksa. At the eastern entrance of the Mausoleum is a tablet in Persian script that speaks of the martyrdom of Tippu Sultan in 1799 AD.  There are also numerous other cenotaphs of the relatives of Tippu's family."

Gumbaz Tomb

Gumbaz evening View

Our team visited here in the evening around 5 PM after visiting Cauvery Lokapavani Sangam which is about 10 minutes drive from here . Entrance is free , off course we had to shell out some parking fee of Rs.30 for our car. A beautiful arch welcomes us , on entering which we get a glimpse of the Gumbaz in front surrounded by a green park similar to the Daria Daulat bagh with flower plants and trees. Once we entered inside the Gumbaz , we were mesmerized with the Gigantic tomb built and the paintings done. Exactly under the tomb were cenotaphs of Tippu, his father and mother cover with the Holy religious cloth. The guide here explained us that the Gumbaz is surrounded with 36 pillars to signify the ruling period of Tippu and his father. Just Behind Gumbaz were cenotaphs of Tippu's other family members. There is a mosque adjacent to the Gumbaz which attracted many visitors for prayers. 

Gumbaz Mosque

Gumbaz is open to visitors between 08 AM to 6.30 PM . There are few shops and hotels opposite on the other road side where you may get snacks and stuffs to enjoy in the park with your family and friends. This is a must visit spot for monument lovers. Do visit this spot and share your experiences.

Daria Daulat Bagh Tippu's summer palace , Srirangapatna tourist places , Bangalore weekend destinations

In this post we cover the historic monument spot our team covered during their visit -  'Daria Daulat Bagh' , Tippu Sultan's summer palace which is in SriRangapatna.

As per this details mentioned in this place - "Dariya Daulat , meaning - The wealth of the sea - referred to as Tippu's summer palace was built during 1784 AD. The palace is square in plan , built on a rised stone plinth , with teak pillars running along the outer edge , enclosing a corridor . There are two recessed bays on the northern and southern sides overlooking two large halls , through canopied balconies . The living spaces on the two floors of the palace are accessible by four staircases . All the walls and ceilings of the entire place are painted. The paintings depict the victory of Hyder Ali  and Tippu over the British led by colonel Bailee , The nizam of Hyderabad arriving at the battlefield , Durbar scenes of Tippu's contemporaries like the Rani of Chitoor , The Raja of Tanjore , The peshwa Balaji Rao II , Magadi Kempegowda , Madakari Nayaka of Chitradurga and Krishnaraja wodeyar III. After the death of Tippu Sultan in 1799 , this palace was occupied by Colonel Arthur Wellesley."


This place is towards the east of Srinrangapatna just about a kilometer or two from the Mysore national highway on the road towards Sangam. There is a minimal entry fees of Rs.5 for Indians and Rs.100 for foreigners. Once we enter the gate arch we notice a lovely garden at the end of which the palace is located surrounded by a green park with trees. There are fountains in front of the palace , some Firangi and stone balls kept in front may be for design looks. Inside the palace we noticed very good unique paintings similar to the ones we see in Bangalore Tippu summer palace. There is a small museum where Tippu's childhood , youth , king photos , his subordinates , his sons , Hyder Ali paintings are showcased. Also the type of weapons used like sword , guns , the royal dress worn , the currency coins used during that period are displayed. One is definitely sure of filling his mind about the life of Tippu after visiting this place. Our team spent about an hour mesmerized with the collections here. 


The palace is open for visitors daily between 09 AM to 05 PM. This is a must visit spot those who visit Srirangapatna. A very nice place to spend time having snacks / lunch in the open park along with family and friends. Do visit this place and share your experiences.

Jamia Masjid and Tippu's Death spot - Srirangapatna Tourist places , Bangalore weekend destinations

Our team recently visited Srirangapatna, one of the famous historic places of Karnataka which saw many rulers. In this post we cover the spot - Jamia Masjid and Tippu's Death Spot.

Our team after visiting Sri Ranganathaswamy temple and Water gate , was heading back to the Mysore national highway where they noticed these two spots -

Tippu's Death Spot

The history of this spot as mentioned here - "In the fourth Mysore war the British laid siege to SriRangapatna on 4th May 1799 AD and effectively breached the Fort at WaterGate . On hearing this storming of enemy , Tippu moved in posthaste to the spot , and in the fight , fell to the bullet of a British soldier. It was here the body of Tippu Sultan was identified and recovered amidst heaps of the dead soldiers. In recognition of the valiant Tippu , Colonel Wellesley set a stone tablet to mark the spot."

We stood here for a minute in silence and payed our share of respect to this great warrior of Mysore.


Jamia Masjid

The history of this spot as mentioned here - "Built by Tippu Sultan near the Bangalore Gate in the eastern part of the fort in 1787 AD , this mosque was used regularly for worship by him . The mosque is of magnificent proportions with two majestic minarets adorned with exquisite floral cornices and parapets. The panoramic view of the area from the top is splendid , accessible by staircases in the two shafts.  A mehrab on the western wall of the main hall symbolizes the light - Allah. The stone tablets , fixed in the hall are inscribed with Koranic verses , including the one , which mentions the date of construction of this building. The building is an interesting example of the combination of Hindu and Islamic architecture."

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Tipu Sultan Summer Palace , Bangalore , Karnataka

This magnificent palace in wood , stone , mortar and plaster was started by Nawab Hyder Ali Khan in 1781 AD, and completed by Tipu Sultan in 1791 AD. It is situated within the fort walls of Bangalore, next to Sri Venkataramana temple.

Front view of the Palace

Though it seems like a one storied pillard pavilion , it is actually a double storied building of symmetrical plan, typical of this style of architecture. Built on a stone plinth , the facade has gigantic pillars in wood with stone bases , that support huge wooden beams constituting the structure. Cusped arches and brackets spring off the pillars in typical Indo-Islamic style , painted and polished in two different colors to accentuate the carvings on them.

Inside the palace 

Garden on the side of the palace

The walls and wooden ceilings of the entire palace are painted in floral motifs on madder red surface , in muled warm colors , gilded in great detail and beauty.

Inside the palace - Pillars

The upper chambers and balconies can be accessed by four stair cases leading to them.The central portion on the first floor , is a large hall leading off to four small rooms at its corners. These rooms are considered the Zenana Quarters. Located in the two balconies on the north and south were the seats of State, where the Sultan held audience and conducted his affairs of State. There is an enclosed private space below this area that houses a museum.

Visitors inside the palace

An inscription on a stone found in the palace describes it best as an 'abode of Happiness and envy of Heaven'.

A stone showing the construction years

garden in front of the palace

There is entry fee of Rs.5 for Indians and Rs.150 for foreigners . Best time to visit this place is during 11:00 to 16:00 hrs. Do visit this spot and share your experience with us.