Butterfly Park

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Location: Sector 26, Chandigarh, 160019, India

Estimated Visiting Time: 1 hour

Situated in the city of Chandigarh, in India the butterfly park is a famous park in the city. It is situated at a distance of 4.5 km from Chandigarh Bus Station, in front of the main entrance of Chandigarh College of Engineering and Technology in sector 26 of Chandigarh. This park is one of the most visited and best parks in the city. So, if you are visiting Chandigarh you must visit this park.

Attraction

Butterfly Park Chandigarh Spread over a total area of 7 acres the butterfly park is full of beautiful landscaping. The authority takes special care to create a good habitat for butterflies. This park is home to about 35 species of butterflies which add vibrant colors to the park. Some of them are- Ape fly, Angled Castor, Blue Mormon, Common Blue Bottle, Common Grass Yellow, Commander, and Chocolate pansy. Watching the colorful butterflies is like a treat to the eyes. As the place is full of natural beauty which can make you refreshed and can break your day-to-day life monotony and give you some joy.

History

The butterfly park is spread over seven acres and divided into 26 sectors is an expanse of tranquility and beauty. The park was built in 2012 by the forest department.

Inside/Outside Views

Butterfly Park Chandigarh As it is known that this park is full of various kinds of butterflies. It is the main attraction of the park. It is full of vegetation with a variety of trees and shrubs. As the flowers and butterflies need each other. To meet the required amount of flowering plants like- Marigold, Lantana, Petunia, Dahlia, Gazania, Salvia, and some others are also planted in this beautiful park. They not only help the butterflies but also increase the beauty of the park. There are silence zones in the park that are created for the wonderful tiny little creatures such that they do not get disturbed by the visitors or others who walk on trails nature.

Opening Hours

Sunday 9 AM – 6 PM
Monday 9 AM – 5 PM
Tuesday 9 AM – 5 PM
Wednesday 9 AM – 5 PM
Thursday 9 AM – 5 PM
Friday 9 AM – 5 PM
Saturday 9 AM – 5 PM

Entry & Others Fees

The ticket price at this park is between 20-30 rupees (per person)

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How to Reach

By air: The nearest airport to the Butterfly park is the Chandigarh International Airport. This airport is well connected with the other major cities of the country. It is situated at a distance of 4.3 km from the park. After reaching the airport you need to hire any local transport to reach your destination.

By train: The nearest railway station to Butterfly park is the Chandigarh Junction railway station. It is situated at a distance of 3.8 km from the park. It is also well connected with the other major cities of the country. Taxis and cabs are available outside the railway station which can take you to this park.

By road: You can go here by local bus or hire a cab or taxi.

Tips for Travellers

Do no harm to the butterflies.
Carry your important things in a small bag.
Carry a water bottle.

FAQ

Que-01: Is this place safe to visit?

Ans: Yes, this place is absolutely safe for visitors.

Que-02: Is photography allowed inside Muchalinda Lake?

Ans: Photography is allowed here. It is a great place for photography.

Que-03: When is the best time to visit the Butterfly park?

Ans: This park can be visited at any time of the year. But the perfect time to visit this park is from March to October in order to have a sight of the beautiful and colorful butterflies. They can be found at any time of the year without winter.