There is one thing common to most picnic spots: a wide open lush green outfield with one or two water bodies around it setting the climax for an exciting picnic activity. Aren't we bored tripping to such places that cost our time and tastes our patience to the core? You may go ahead and say it isn't worth the money and time spent, anyway. However, we do remember the proverb that goes like this – “fortune smiles at those who smiles at themselves.”
How about planning a picnic inside the boundaries of a well-mentioned park? A place that would lure you to come more than once every time you think of an outing. Life Breezy talking about the Eco Fresh Air Park. It's peacefully located in Sonarpur at the South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal.
Attractions and activities
This beautiful park covers an area of three bighas of land. The spot so well-maintained that once you come you won't fell like returning from here. The beauty of the park lies in its serene green surrounding – as different types of trees add a shade of green to its visual aspect. Besides, the colourful seasonal flowers decorates the park at the different corners. Moreover, the widespread pond is equally captivating and make the park appear lively in the true spirit. There are plenty of fish in the waters of the pond. You may sit, relax and comfort yourself beside the pond. You don't have to sit on the ground as there are suitable arrangement for the visitors to sit in their comfort.
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| Eco Fresh Air Park in Sonarpur |
A temple built in the style of the Buddhist Pagoda locates in the middle of the pond. The middle of the pond resembles as an island. On either side, there are two bridges built in the style of the Second Hooghly Bridge of Kolkata. Overall an extraordinary spot for people looking for an interesting outing in the winter. Moreover, you could also enjoy boating activity here.
Booking charges and food
The picnic spot booking charges of the Eco Fresh Air Park is RS 10,000. Even though the charge appears a bit too more, but you would get three restrooms free in that charge. You may carry your own materials for the picnic or purchase those from the Sonarpur market. Besides, you may cook the food yourself or take the advantage of the catering facility available there. If you inform the authorities beforehand they would arrange for the catering facility.
To get there
Board a local train from the Sealdah Station, Kolkata and get down at the Sonarpur Station. Hire an auto from the station and head four kilometres towards the Nayabad. You would reach your favourite picnic spot, the Eco Fresh Air Park within a matter of few minutes.