Various parks in Bhubaneshwar lie sprawled out across this land of temples that are a perfect complement to the city’s historical surroundings. The parks provide a leisurely retreat for the young and old alike with some of them even being major tourist attractions.
Beautiful Parks in Bhubaneswar with Images:
Here is a List of Best Parks in Bhubaneswar.
Forest Park:
Now known as Biju Patnaik Park, the park is one of Bhubaneswar’s finest and biggest, spread across 7 acres of land. Well maintained lawns are skirted with lots of trees. A musical fountain, a floating mountain and several decorative lamps adorn the park which illuminate it at night transforming the place into a gleaming spectacle. The park draws visitors in large numbers who can be seen walking or jogging, or even taking an evening stroll. Boating facilities in the park are an added attraction especially among children.
Indira Gandhi Park:
Indira Gandhi Park, dedicated to India’s late Prime Minister was erected at the site where Mrs. Indira Gandhi delivered her final speech before she was assassinated. Built on what was the city’s former parade ground, the park covers an area of 10.60 acres that includes, well manicured grass plots, plenty of tress, shrubbery, flower gardens and fountains. The park is frequented by morning walkers, joggers and residents taking a leisurely stroll with the highlight of the park being a sculpted statue of the late Mrs. Indira Gandhi.
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BDA Nicco Park:
Located in the heart of the city, Bhubaneswar’s very own amusement park is packed with water rides and games for people of all ages. An artificial lake runs through the center of the park encircling vast green lawns. The park is awash with seasonal flowers ranging from sunflowers, red and white roses, dahlia, water lilies, petunia and a host of others that can be seen in full bloom right throughout the entire year while a musical fountain in its midst adds to the park’s charm.
Jaydev Vatika Park:
The Jaydev Vatika Park is the most frequented of all the parks in Bhubaneshwar. Its vast expanse of greenery covers 3 hectares of land filled with meadows, groves, artificial freshwater streams, a variety of trees and flowers and more than 10,000 rare plants, some of which have medicinal properties. The park completely surrenders itself to nature making it a paradise on earth for every botanist and nature lover.
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Buddha Jayanti Park:
The great Kalinga war in 261 BC saw Buddhism being embraced and the religion bearing its mark in a number of Buddhist historical sites in the city. The Buddha Jayanti Park commemorates this history with green acres of land complete with pathways, a lake, an abundance of trees, shrubs and flowers and a Buddha Stupa to crown it all. The peaceful environment of the park is all absorbing making it a perfect place to just unwind and relax.
Ekamra Kanan:
Ekamra Kanan is a botanical garden in Bhubaneshwar that is spread out over 512 acres of land. The park is beautified with its many rose gardens and nursery. A lake within the park provides a picturesque view of the surroundings. A greenhouse in the shape of a pyramid is one of the focal features of the park. Playgrounds for children are scattered around while visitors can avail of boating facilities or just revel in the idyllic scenery.
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Nandan Kanan National Park:
Situated 20 kms from Bhubaneshwar, this biological park is nicknamed Garden of the Gods and with good reason. The park which stretches across the Chandaka forest is a natural habitat for thriving flora and fauna. Nandan Kanan is home to India’s very first gharial breeding center and is world-renowned for its white tigers that are housed in the park’s zoo. Other features of the park are a reptile farm, nocturnal animal house, white tiger and lion safaris and boating facilities all of which constitute a rich and rewarding experience.
Mahatma Gandhi Park:
Mahatma Gandhi Park developed by the Bhubaneswar Development Authority is made up of beautiful landscaped lawns that are bejeweled with rockeries, a stream and fountain. The park also contains a jogging track for fitness freaks. A garden lighting system lights up the park in the evening. A giant statue of Mahatma Gandhi sitting in a prayerful stance is one of the many attractions among visitors who come to pay their homage.
Cactus Garden:
As the name states, the garden is features an extensive collection of cacti. Cactus Garden is closely situated near Ekamra Kanan and Nicco Park and therefore sees a lot of visitors and tourists who come to take in the scenic beauty of the garden.
