About Tannirbhavi Tree Park
Tannirbhavi Tree Park is an urban forest park developed by the Karnataka Forest Department at Tannirbhavi in Mangaluru, Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka. Spread over about 22 acres near Tannirbhavi Beach, it was inaugurated in 2016 to promote biodiversity conservation and eco-recreation. The park features native tree species, walking trails, medicinal plant sections and a children's play area, offering a green leisure space close to the city and coastline.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a well-maintained green park with shaded walking trails, avenues of native and medicinal tree species, labelled plants, open lawns and a children's play area. The setting is calm and coastal, adjacent to Tannirbhavi Beach and backwaters, with benches for resting, paths for leisurely walks, spots for birdwatching and photography, and open areas suitable for family picnics and nature education.
Key highlights
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Urban forest park developed by Karnataka Forest Department near Tannirbhavi Beach
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Collection of native tree species and medicinal plants with labelled information
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Shaded walking trails and nature paths for leisurely walks
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Dedicated children's play area and open lawns for families
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Proximity to Tannirbhavi Beach and Gurupura estuary for combined visit
History of Tannirbhavi Tree Park
Developed by the Karnataka Forest Department and inaugurated in 2016 on approximately 22.5 acres of forest land at Tannirbhavi to promote urban forestry, biodiversity conservation, and eco-recreation for Mangaluru residents and visitors.
Route
| By air | Mangaluru International Airport (IXE) is the nearest airport, about 15-18 km away |
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| By train |