About Wellesley Bridge
Wellesley Bridge is a historic stone bridge spanning the River Cauvery at Srirangapatna in Mandya District, Karnataka. Built in 1804 by Dewan Purnaiah and named after Marquess Wellesley, then Governor-General of India, it is one of the oldest surviving colonial-era bridges in the region. Constructed with stone pillars and arches, it connects Srirangapatna town to Kirangur and remains notable for its colonial engineering and heritage value.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a low, historic stone bridge with multiple stone piers and arches crossing the Cauvery River. The bridge is set in a riverine landscape with views of the water, riverbanks and surrounding fields. The structure shows colonial-era masonry and is used by pedestrians and two-wheelers. Visitors can walk across, view the river flow, observe the old stonework, and take photographs of the river and heritage structure.
Key highlights
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Historic stone bridge built in 1804 over the River Cauvery
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Built by Dewan Purnaiah and named after Marquess Wellesley
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Example of early colonial-era stone arch engineering
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Scenic views of the Cauvery River and surrounding landscape
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Connects Srirangapatna town to Kirangur village
History of Wellesley Bridge
Wellesley Bridge was constructed in 1804 by Dewan Purnaiah, the Diwan of Mysore, and named after Richard Wellesley, Marquess Wellesley, Governor-General of India. Built with stone pillars and arches across the Cauvery, it served as an important link between Srirangapatna, the former capital of Mysore, and surrounding areas during the early British period and remains one of the oldest extant bridges in Karnataka.
Culture & Context
The bridge is a recognized colonial heritage structure in Srirangapatna, a town known for its historical and religious sites. It reflects early 19th-century engineering and is valued locally as a heritage landmark associated with the town's historic river crossing.
Route
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