About Eco Park, Madurai
Eco Park in Madurai is a green recreational park developed by the Tamil Nadu Forest Department located in the Vandiyur area of Madurai city, Tamil Nadu. Set around a lake and landscaped gardens, it offers walking paths, boating facilities, children's play areas and shaded seating. The park serves as an urban eco-tourism and leisure space for families and visitors seeking nature, relaxation and light outdoor activities within the city.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a landscaped urban park with tree-lined walkways, garden areas, a lake with pedal boating, children's play equipment, and open lawns for relaxation. The setting is calm and family-oriented with shaded benches, viewpoints over the water, and opportunities for leisurely walks, photography and birdwatching within the city limits.
Key highlights
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Lake-side eco park developed by Tamil Nadu Forest Department
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Pedal boating on the Vandiyur lake stretch
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Landscaped gardens and tree-lined walking paths
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Children's play area and open lawns
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Urban birdwatching and photography spots
History of Eco Park, Madurai
Eco Park was developed by the Tamil Nadu Forest Department as an urban eco-tourism and afforestation initiative to create green recreational space around the Vandiyur water body and promote environmental awareness among city residents.
Route
| By air | Madurai Airport (IXM) is the nearest airport, about 12-14 km away, accessible by taxi and cab services |
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| By train | Madurai Junction is the nearest major railway station, about 7 km away, with taxi and auto connections to the park |