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Parks #3 in Raipur

Energy Park(Urja park)

4.2 · 7,222 reviews
Educational, spacious, and family-oriented.
Energy Park(Urja park), Fundahar, Chhattisgarh 492001, India
Interesting facts
1

The park is fully administered by CREDA, the state-level agency responsible for promoting renewable energy in Chhattisgarh.

2

The grounds feature functioning solar-powered street lighting and grid-connected demonstration units.

3

It contains a specialized science center specifically curated to explain thermodynamics and energy conversion to children.

4

The site includes a musical fountain system that runs on renewable energy power sources.

5

The park layout utilizes artificial water features designed to assist in natural cooling of the surrounding microclimate.

Overview

Urja Park is an educational and recreational facility located in Raipur, established and managed by the Chhattisgarh State Renewable Energy Development Agency (CREDA). It serves as a dedicated space to demonstrate non-conventional energy sources including solar, wind, and biogas. The park features a science center equipped with interactive models that explain renewable energy principles to visitors. The landscaped grounds include artificial water bodies, musical fountains, and expansive gardens intended for public leisure. It functions as a primary site in the region for students and tourists to engage with practical applications of clean energy technology. The facility spans a significant area and is designed to integrate environmental awareness with park-style recreation.

Photo spot

In front of the central solar-array installation or by the large musical fountain at the park's heart.

Insider tips

Wear comfortable walking shoes as the park covers a large area with significant outdoor segments.

Carry a hat or sunglasses to mitigate sun exposure while walking between the outdoor renewable energy exhibits.

Visit during the late afternoon to experience the solar-powered musical fountain displays at dusk.

What to avoid

Avoid visiting during the peak heat of midday, as most of the educational exhibits and walking paths are exposed to direct sunlight.

Good to know

Closed on Mondays for maintenance and weekly cleaning.

Etiquette

Maintain silence inside the science center exhibit halls; do not touch or attempt to operate the solar-energy machinery without supervision.

Plan your visit
Typical visit
2-3 hours
Best time to visit
Late afternoon during the cooler months (November to February) to avoid the intense tropical heat of the afternoon.
Address
Energy Park(Urja park), Fundahar, Chhattisgarh 492001, India
Website
21.219, 81.698
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Details
Key ExhibitsSolar-powered fountain, renewable energy science center
Shade & rest areasManicured garden benches and shaded gazebos

Frequently asked

Plan for about 2-3 hours to see the highlights.

The best time to visit is Late afternoon during the cooler months (November to February) to avoid the intense tropical heat of the afternoon..

In front of the central solar-array installation or by the large musical fountain at the park's heart.

Close by you'll find Shree Ram Mandir, Shree Salasar Balaji Dham Raipur, Katora Talab Park.