Nehru Park

Nehru Park in Delhi

Nehru Park, Delhi, is large park situated in the Chanakyapuri Diplomatic Enclave of New Delhi. Named after India's first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, the park is spread over an area of 80 acres (320,000 m2), close to the heart of the city, and was established in 1969.

It is today one of city leading green areas, and a venue for 'Morning Ragas and Evening Ragas Concerts, as part of the "Music in the Park" concerts organized by NDMC, New Delhi Municipal Council, SPIC MACAY music concerts and the annual 'Bhakti Festival'. Apart from this it is a regular venue for art events, morning yoga classes, and houses an ancient Shiv Temple, a public swimming pool and cafe. The park is one of the most famous landmarks of Delhi and a beautiful place to hang out during a sunny winter afternoon in Delhi. The pool, however, is not public anymore as it has transformed into a club exclusively for civil servants and their families. However, that does not deter the people who throng to the park in hundreds especially on Sundays in winters. An absolute must see for anyone visiting Delhi.

Location of Nehru Park

On the main Panchsheel Road, Nehru Park is located in one of the plushest localities of the capital. It is next to the Chanakyapuri Diplomatic Enclave, and the popular Santushti Shopping Complex. Named after India's first Prime Minister Jawahar Lal Nehru, the park is spread over an area of more than 80 acres. Just few meters from Hotel Ashok, it is an attractive place with beautiful floral collections, picturesque little mounds and rocks inscribed with the sayings of Nehru. Due to the pleasant and peaceful ambience of the park, it has recently become quite popular with picnickers as well as young courting couples of the capital. Fitness enthusiasts are regular visitors to the park and can usually be seen in the morning and evening hours.

Main Attractions of Nehru Park

The major attractions of the Park are the 'Morning Ragas- the musical concerts and the art events that are organized every Sunday morning. World famous musicians and vocalists of India perform in these concerts that are usually held for two hours amidst the landscaped lush gardens of the Nehru Park. The experience of listening to the melodious music, in the cool morning hours of the much-awaited weekend, is ecstasy for a music lover.

Ohter Attractions

The other attraction of the park is the recently organized free yoga classes by the Delhi Tourism and Transportation Development Corp (DTTDC) and the education department, as part of the Delhi Government's initiative to keep the residents of Delhi fit and happy. Apart from this the park also serves as a venue for many stately dinners.

There is also a swimming pool and a snack bar in the park.

Special Attractions/ Annual Events

Free Yoga classes on every day except Sundays, Summer (April-Sept)/ Winter (Oct-March): 6 a.m.-7 a.m./ 6.30 a.m.-7.30 a.m. Musical Concerts are held on every Sunday Morning. The timings and the particulars of the concerts are advertised in the newspapers.

Nearby Tourist Attractions

National Rail Museum, Nehru Planetarium and Memorial Museum, Indira Gandhi Memorial Museum, Safdarjang's tomb and Dilli Haat.

Nearby Places to Eat

Hotel Ashok, Taj Palace, Maurya Sheraton, Hotel Le Meridien, Imperial Hotel, Hotel Inter-Continental, Parikrama Revolving restaurant, Gaylord, El Rodeo, Bercos, Zen restaurant, Delhi Darbar, Nizam's Kathi Kebabs and Standard Restaurant. For snacks and fast foods: Bengali Market (sweets and chat), Kake da hotel (Indian food), Wenger, Mc Donalds, Pizza Hut, Domino's Pizza, Nirula's, Ruby Tuesday, Sona Rupa, Starbeans, Barista, Café Coffee Day in Connaught Place.

Nearby Shopping Venues

Santushti Shopping Complex, Sarojini Nagar Market (all types of household goods but especially trendy and fashionable clothes), South Extension Market (branded stores), Connaught Place (jewellery, books, art galleries, leather goods and more), Baba Kharak Singh Marg (emporia of all the states of India dedicated to each state's unique art and craft created by traditional and skilled artisans), Central Cottage Industries (merchandise and curios), Janpath (clothes and low priced gifts, souvenirs and curios), Panchkuian Road (ethnic items), Khan Market (books and consumer goods) and Palika Bazaar (electronic items)

More Tourist Information on Nehru Park

Location: On the main Panchsheel Road in Chanakyapuri Diplomatic Enclave, next to the popular Santushti Shopping Complex
Time to Visit: Open on all days
Preferred Timings: Sunrise to sunset
Entry Fee: Free and open to all
Time required for sightseeing: From one hour to a whole day.

How to Reach

Tourists can either take local buses from various points within the city to reach the park or they can hire auto-rickshaws and taxis or metro rail.
Nearest Railway Station: New Delhi Railway Station
Nearest Metro Station: Central Secretariat
Functional Metro Station: Central Secretariat
Nearest International Airport: Indira Gandhi International Airport.