Unwind In The Lush Greenery At Netaji Subhash Park Nestled In Bustling Chandni Chowk
Ever thought of getting a relaxing massage amidst the whistle of the trees, the thick, plush grass and the chirping of birds? If that suits your idea of relaxation, Netaji Subhash Park is the ideal location for you to visit. Built in the memory of Subhash Chander Bose, fondly remembered as ‘Netaji’, the park surprisingly hosts the best of masseurs and the services that can be availed at extremely affordable prices.
Easily accessible by public transport, this beautiful park is situated on the Netaji Subhash Marg opposite Sunehri Masjid. The park pays homage to the national leader with a remarkable statue depicting the iconic man. The chiselled sculpture commands the attention of the park’s visitors.
About The Great Visionary
’Netaji’ is known for his aggressive ideology to achieve independence. He laid the foundation of the Indian National Army (INA) and gathered the support of the Japanese to fight the British. Born on 23 January 1897, Netaji is remembered for his famous slogan "You give me blood and I will give you freedom". The leader of the masses, Bose’s death has remained a mystery with his body never having been recovered after the Taiwan plane crash.
The Picturesque Park
The scenic park is a paradise for photographers as well as nature enthusiasts and no photography fee is charged by the authorities. The park is open on all days from 6 AM - 7 PM welcoming hordes of visitors each day. Now renovated, the park shares its boundary with Urdu Park and has re-built boundary walls, mowed lawns and makes for an ideal seating space for visitors. At times, the small park even hosts local and cultural events.
Hotspots In The Neighbourhood
In case you plan to go on a shopping spree after a rejuvenating massage, the suitable location of the park would allow you to do that with ease. Most popular Old Delhi shopping spots like Chandni Chowk, Nai Sarak and Chor Bazaar are quite nearby. If you want to head out for food with true Indian flavours, you can choose amongst Karim Hotel, Paranthe Wali Gali, Ghantewala Sweet Shop, Chor Bizarre and many other roadside food stalls, all of which are located at close distances. The park is also located amidst other prominent places like The Red Fort, Jama Masjid and Salimgarh Fort, to name a few.
The park can be reached by metro, DTC bus service or auto rickshaw. If travelling by metro, the nearest station would be Chawri Bazaar. After deboarding there, one can easily hire a cycle rickshaw to reach the park. To travel by DTC bus service, one can take the bus from different city junctions accordingly. Visitors can also opt for a prepaid or postpaid taxi service to visit the park.
So, gather your gang and come, plop down for an hour or two of lighthearted banter and a gossip sesh!
Where | Netaji Subhash Park - Meena Bazaar, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk
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