About Butterfly Park, Srirangam
The Tropical Butterfly Conservatory, commonly called Butterfly Park, is a 25-acre conservation park located in the Upper Anaicut Reserve Forest at Srirangam in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu. Developed by the Tamil Nadu Forest Department and opened in 2015, it is designed to conserve butterfly species and educate visitors. The park features landscaped gardens, host and nectar plants, an amphitheatre and interpretive displays, and is noted as one of Asia's largest butterfly parks.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a landscaped 25-acre park within a reserve forest setting with curated butterfly habitats, nectar and host plant gardens, a Nakshatra Vanam, fountains, an amphitheatre, interpretation centre with displays on butterfly life cycles, and walkways and bridges through green areas. The environment is designed for leisurely walks, butterfly watching, photography and educational exploration, with seating areas and children's play facilities.
Key highlights
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25-acre butterfly conservatory developed by Tamil Nadu Forest Department in Upper Anaicut Reserve Forest
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Habitat with extensive nectar and host plants supporting diverse butterfly species
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Nakshatra Vanam featuring trees associated with 27 stars
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Interpretation centre with exhibits on butterfly biology and conservation
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Landscaped gardens, fountains, amphitheatre and walkways for nature walks and photography
History of Butterfly Park, Srirangam
Developed by the Tamil Nadu Forest Department and inaugurated in November 2015 on 25 acres of Upper Anaicut Reserve Forest at Srirangam, the conservatory was established for conservation of butterfly species, habitat restoration and environmental education. It was created with landscaped host and nectar plant gardens and an interpretation centre.
Route
| By air | Nearest airport is Tiruchirappalli International Airport, from where the park is reachable by road |
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| By train |