Mysore/Mysuru, Dec. 15 -- * Tourists still pay entry fee, parking charges; dry fountains till Dec. 19

* Reason: Hydraulic model study underway at Brindavan Gardens by Karnataka Engineering Research Station

Hundreds of tourists visiting the Krishna Raja Sagar (KRS) Dam and the iconic Brindavan Gardens have been returning disappointed for over a week now, particularly on weekends, as none of the colourful fountains in the Gardens are functioning.

Visitors from various parts of Karnataka and outside the State said they were unaware of the disruption and felt let down after reaching the popular tourist destination, famed for its illuminated musical fountains and landscaped lawns.

Many said absence of the much-hyped musical fountain shows ...