What to expect
Highlights
- The Battle of Pollilur mural on the west wall.
- The teak construction with painted and gilded floral frescoes.
- The museum of Tipu-era portraits, weapons and relics.
Daria Daulat Bagh
Daria Daulat Bagh ("garden of the wealth of the sea") is Tipu Sultan’s summer palace, built in 1784 in the Indo-Islamic style entirely of teak, set in a formal garden at Srirangapatna. It now houses an ASI museum on Tipu and Hyder Ali.
Practical guide
Plan Daria Daulat Bagh
Who's going?Tailor Daria Daulat Bagh to your trip
Typeheritage
Nearest baseSrirangapatna
DistrictMandya
Best timeOctober to February
Time needed45 minutes to an hour
EntryASI ticket (higher for foreign nationals)
Places to visit8→Its walls and ceilings are covered in vivid murals and floral frescoes — most famously the Battle of Pollilur, in which Tipu’s forces defeated the British — alongside portraits, prints and relics of the period.
Getting there
How to visit
- In Srirangapatna, a short ride from the Ranganathaswamy temple and the Gumbaz; all three sit within the fort area.
- An ASI ticket applies (higher for foreign nationals); photography inside is restricted — check the rules at the entrance.
Distance by road
- Mysuru45 km
- Bengaluru100 km
- Ramanagara55 km
- Hassan85 km
- Chamarajanagar90 km
Road km to Mandya; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
October to February; mornings are cooler and quieter.
Weather in Daria Daulat BaghSeasonal guide
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Today at Daria Daulat Bagh
Sunrise6:13 am
Sunset6:03 pm
Golden hour best light5:03 pm–6:03 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:03 pm–6:28 pm
Sun sets toward compass bearingW · 260°
Moon tonight🌓 First quarter · 48%
Sunset is in about 1 hour.
Sun and moon are calculated for this location and shown in IST. Photography windows are the hour around sunrise and sunset; the sunset bearing is degrees clockwise from true north. Moon phase is accurate to about half a day.
Visitor notes
- A protected monument — do not touch the fragile murals; interior photography may be restricted.
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Daria Daulat Bagh — at a glance
Timings8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Best timeOctober to February; mornings quieter
Entry: ASI ticket (higher for foreign nationals)
Getting here
How to reach Daria Daulat Bagh
Srirangapatna, near the Ranganathaswamy temple
Getting back
If you are travelling by bus or ferry, check the return service with the operator before setting out. Leave time to reach the stop or jetty after your visit.
- KSRTC— the Karnataka state bus operator; route and schedule enquiries.Online booking.
- Indian Railways— live running and seat availability for the nearest railhead, named under “Getting here” above.
Ask at the bus stand for the time of the last service back, not the next one. If you miss it, an auto or app cab is the fallback — agree the fare before you get in.
Getting around Daria Daulat Bagh
If you need step-free access, contact the site before travelling. Ask about a level entrance, steps along the route, the nearest drop-off point, seating and accessible toilets.
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The Masjid-e-Ala (Jama Masjid) built by Tipu Sultan in 1784 within the fort, a two-storey mosque with tall twin minarets that give views over the island town.
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Daria Daulat Bagh — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Daria Daulat Bagh?
October to February; mornings are cooler and quieter.
What are the entry fee and timings at Daria Daulat Bagh?
Entry: ASI ticket (higher for foreign nationals). Timings: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM.
How do I reach Daria Daulat Bagh?
In Srirangapatna, a short ride from the Ranganathaswamy temple and the Gumbaz; all three sit within the fort area. An ASI ticket applies (higher for foreign nationals); photography inside is restricted — check the rules at the entrance.
How much time do I need for Daria Daulat Bagh?
45 minutes to an hour.
What else is near Daria Daulat Bagh?
Nearby you can pair Jama Masjid, Srirangapatna (900 m), Nimishamba Temple (1.5 km), Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangapatna (1.9 km), Gumbaz, Srirangapatna (2.1 km).
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