The park houses a dedicated butterfly conservatory designed to support local species propagation.
It is home to an 'Ayurvedic Garden' containing medicinal plants commonly used in traditional Indian medicine.
The water body inside the park attracts diverse winter migratory birds, making it a key site for regional birdwatchers.
The park is part of the larger Bidhannagar city planning initiative to integrate green spaces into residential zones.
It features a dedicated section for rare orchids and tropical ferns.
Banabitan Biodiversity Park, locally known as Central Park, is a sprawling 100-acre urban forest located in the heart of the Salt Lake City area in Kolkata. The park features a large central water body that serves as a vital habitat for migratory and resident bird species. It contains extensive botanical collections, including a rose garden, a cactus house, and a butterfly conservatory. The site is managed by the West Bengal State Forest Department to promote ecological conservation within an urban environment. Narrow walking trails meander through dense foliage, providing a stark contrast to the surrounding concrete landscape of Bidhannagar. It functions as a crucial green lung for the city, effectively moderating local temperatures.
The wooden footbridge overlooking the central lake provides the best vantage point for water-based bird photography.
Bring binoculars as the dense canopy often hides bird species from casual view.
Wear insect repellent to protect against mosquitoes common in the forested areas.
Stay on designated walking paths to avoid disturbing the local flora and fauna.
Avoid visiting during the intense midday heat, as the humidity can be stifling, and do not attempt to feed monkeys or other wildlife that may inhabit the periphery.
Closed on Mondays for maintenance.
Maintain silence to avoid disturbing wildlife, do not pick plants or flowers, and refrain from feeding the birds.
