About Rajiv Gandhi Park
Rajiv Gandhi Park is a public urban park located on the banks of the Krishna River near Prakasam Barrage in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. Maintained by the Vijayawada Municipal Corporation and named after former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, it is known for its landscaped gardens, mini zoo, musical fountain and children's play areas. The park offers river and barrage views and serves as a popular recreational and family leisure destination in the city.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a landscaped urban park with green lawns, flower beds, tree-lined pathways and views of the Krishna River and Prakasam Barrage. The park contains a mini zoo, musical fountain, toy train, children's play area and rides, seating areas and open spaces for leisure walks and picnicking. It is a family-oriented recreational environment with food stalls and photo spots, most lively in the evening.
Key highlights
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Landscaped gardens and green lawns on the Krishna River waterfront
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Mini zoo with small animals and birds
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Musical fountain show in the evening
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Toy train and children's play area with rides
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Views of Prakasam Barrage and Krishna River
History of Rajiv Gandhi Park
Named after former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi and developed by the Vijayawada Municipal Corporation as an urban recreational park on the Krishna River waterfront near Prakasam Barrage to provide green space and leisure facilities for city residents.
Culture & Context
Serves as a popular community leisure and family recreation space in Vijayawada, known for evening gatherings, children's entertainment and musical fountain displays, reflecting the city's riverfront leisure culture.
Route
| By air | Vijayawada International Airport at Gannavaram, about 20 km away |
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| By train |