Mahatma Gandhi Park
Mahatma Gandhi Park, Kollam | |
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MG Park, Kollam | |
Mahatma Gandhi Park Entrance | |
Type | Public park |
Location | Near Kollam Beach |
Nearest city | Kollam, India |
Coordinates | 8°52′29″N 76°35′36″E / 8.874601°N 76.593326°E |
Opened | 1 January 1967 |
Status | Open all year |
Public transit access | Bus Station - 3.0 km, Railway Station - 2.3 km, Ferry Terminal - 3.0 km |
Road access | Coastal Road |
Mahatma Gandhi Park (also known as MG park) is a public park situated near Kollam Beach in the city of Kollam, Kerala, India. It is about 2 km away from Chinnakada - The city centre of 'Cashew Capital of the World'. It is one of the main centres of recreational activities in Kollam city. The park is owned by Kollam Municipal Corporation and is operated by Rural Tourism Development Company (RUTODEC), a private firm, on contract for a period of five years for maintenance. 'The Quilon Beach' five star hotel(Formerly known as Beach Orchid) is located near to this park.