Mahatma Gandhi Park in Chikmagalur, Karnataka

M G Park alias Mahatma Gandhi Park  is a beautifully maintained garden and is placed on the backdrop of the Mullayangiri. The park has become the star attraction of the area and has become the favourite spot of picnics and family vacations. The M G Park is placed on a small hillock named Rathnagiri Bore which is located on the northern part of Chikmagalur. 

This Rathnagiri Bore was just a place for the morning joggers and walkers in the early days before this was made a beautiful park. There are two entrances for the M G Park, one is for the walkers and joggers and the other for vehicles. There are beautifully designed pathways, steps and well manicured and maintained lawns along with variety of colourful flower plants  and a water cascading from the top of the hill to the fountain point down below.  

At the fountain point, there is a small pond and four small fountain heads throwing their foamy water around. As you go further, you can see a Nehru Rose Gardn consisting about 250 varieties of rose plants. There is an amphi theatre  with a totally new concept of mini outdoor stage activity of children.  This can become the favourite spot for the kids below 12 years.  At the top of the hill there is a provisional telescopic view point, a green house and variety of more than 300 species of plants and trees are there to provide ample opportunities to nature lovers and students. 

There is a Ratnagiri Toy Train which is the cynosure of the garden  and an entertainer for all.  The train takes visitors for a kilometer trip on a track which is about 30 feet in places and bunds.  Ther is a canteen to serve the visitors to the ark with snacks and beverages.  

Entrance Fee 

Rs 2/ each for adult and child

Train Trip takes you for 2 rounds in the park on all days except Mondays 

3 pm to 6.30 pm from Tuesdays to Fridays 

10 am to 6.30 pm on Saturdays and Sundays 

Charges are Rs 10/ for an adult and Rs 5/ for a child.

Contact for more details 

Deputy Director, Women & Child Development Department,
1 st Floor , Zilla Panchayath , Chickmagalur - 2
Phone :  08262 220930
or 
Smt. G. Prema Mobile Phone : 9448759249

Deputy commissioner's Office, Chickmagalur - 1
Phone : 08262 230401
email  :  dcckmlr@sancharnet.in