Central Park

Located in the planned satellite town of Bidhannagar (Salt Lake City), the Central Park is the second largest open space in Kolkata after Maidan. This park is often referred to as the Salt Lake Central Park. Built around an expansive water body, the park is a favourite hang-out of many, especially couples. In the mornings, the park is filled with early risers who start their day here amidst lush greenery.

Complete with water bodies, trees and meadows, Central Park is home to several birds, including tree birds and water birds. One can spot common moorhen, whistling duck, pigeon, black drongo, cormorant, egret and many other birds here. There is a beautiful rose garden near gate number one. When in bloom, this small rose garden makes for a pleasant sight. The park also has a butterfly garden, where visitors can catch a glimpse of plain tiger, blue tiger, common jay and various other types of butterflies. This initiative is supported by the West Bengal Forest Department. The lake in the park is connected to a small island via a bridge that has a pagoda. Do try to visit this attraction. Though there is not much to do in the park, apart from relaxing or taking a walk, you can click some pictures if you are into photography. At sundown, when the sun’s rays reflect on the lake, it makes for an excellent subject for photography. Visitors can easily reach Central Park from the nearby Karunamoyee bus stand.