The Guwahati Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) made the revelation via an official statement...
Digital Desk: The long-awaited Botanical Garden in Fancy Bazaar, Guwahati, has finally opened its doors to the public.
Except on Wednesdays, the garden will be open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.
The Guwahati Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) made the revelation via an official statement on the social media platform X.
To meet different age groups and needs, management has implemented a tiered ticketing system. Check the post tweeted by GMDA for the ticket prices-
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Explore the beauty of Botanical Garden, Fancy Bazaar! NOW OPEN to the public, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. (Closed on Wednesdays).<br><br>Ticket Prices:<br>Ages 0-3: Free<br>Ages 3-10: Rs. 20/-<br>Ages 10-75: Rs. 50/-<br>Ages 75 and above: Free<br>Specially abled person: Free<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BotanicalGardenGuwahati?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BotanicalGardenGuwahati</a> <a href="https://t.co/9U6LwOYeDX">pic.twitter.com/9U6LwOYeDX</a></p>— Guwahati Metropolitan Development Authority (@GMDAGuwahati) <a href="https://twitter.com/GMDAGuwahati/status/1709803568340091071?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 5, 2023</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Enjoy a refreshing Morning Walk from 5 a.m. to 8 a.m. (Registration Compulsory) – Free of charge!<br><br>Camera (normal): 100/-<br><br>Video Camera/Shooting: Rs. 3000/day<br><br>Please Note:<br>1. No entry tickets will be issued after 9.45 p.m.<br>2. Commercial videography is allowed by permission only. <a href="https://t.co/McU3rR9HAf">pic.twitter.com/McU3rR9HAf</a></p>— Guwahati Metropolitan Development Authority (@GMDAGuwahati) <a href="https://twitter.com/GMDAGuwahati/status/1709803583506436167?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 5, 2023</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
This city park will feature a variety of services and attractions, including a Yoga Centre, and will provide a tranquil getaway for locals and visitors alike.
The garden includes an amphitheatre that is used for cultural and free-time events.
The garden also has ponds, a Pergola, and a tribute to the history and significance of the Jail Road neighbourhood.
A tower has been built to provide elevated views of the garden's natural beauty and luxuriant flora. A footbridge that spans the South Pond has also been built to improve access and aesthetics.
The Architectural structures enhance the garden's visually pleasing qualities as well as its practicality. The botanical garden is the city's second of its sort, after the Assam State Zoo and Botanical Garden.
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