Lucknow: A first-of-its-kind Ayurveda park, spread over 6.5 acres in Basant Kunj sector D area of the city, is nearing completion and is expected to open soon. The park features more than 20 varieties of medicinal plants, flowering plants and trees, life-size statues of ancient Ayurvedic scholars and a dedicated library to familiarise visitors with traditional systems of medicine.
It will offer facilities for people of different age groups, including children and morning walkers,” he said. “The idea is to develop a public space that combines greenery, recreation and awareness of traditional healthcare practices.
The Lucknow Development Authority has developed the park at a cost of Rs 10 crore. A 1,000-metre pathway will provide space for morning walkers and other visitors. With technical support from the National Botanical Research Institute, the park will combine awareness of Ayurveda and environment conservation with recreational facilities.