Victoria Park, Bhavnagar

Victoria Park needs no introduction. When you visit Gujarat, do not forget to spend a couple of hours at Victoria Park. Counted among the famous travel sites in Bhavnagar, Victoria Park is a place that promises loads of fun to its visitors. It is an enclosed forest that covers an area of 2 sq. km. The unique aspect of this destination is that it is one of the oldest existing man-made parks and was constructed in 1888 by Proctor Sins for the then king of Bhavnagar, Maharaja Takhatsinh.

It Is Known For:-
1)    Victoria Park is renowned for its rich biodiversity.

2)    It is a home to different species of the animals and birds. Over 220 species of birds, including the migratory birds, and some animals are often spotted in this park.

3)    The birds like the owl, kingfisher, woodpecker, peafowl, bee-eater, cuckoo etc. reside here.

4)    The herds of animals like the nilgai, deer, & stallion can be seen inside this park.

5)    Krishna Kunj Lake and Gauri Shankar Lake are located near Victoria Park and here crocodiles and migratory birds like the flamingo and stork can be witnessed during winters.

Best Time To Visit:-
The best time for visiting Victoria Park is during winters. It is the apt season for enjoying a trip and observing the nature closely. No entry fee is charged from the visitors that flock to this place.

Watch Out!
Do not forget to observe the different birds and click their pictures. Photography is allowed in Victoria Park and no fee is charged for it. If you want to give some rest to the tired limbs, there are benches installed where you can sit. A small eatery will be set up soon from where fast food & other snacks can be bought at reasonable rates.

Reaching There:-
One can easily reach the city of Bhavnagar via luxury buses, express trains, and flights that are available from the different cities of Gujarat. The consistently developing connectivity to the roadways, railways, and airways has made it easier for many to reach the city conveniently.

Nearest Railway Station:- Bhavnagar Terminus Railway Station
Nearest Airport:- Bhavnagar Airport