The park was constructed on a former municipal solid waste landfill site to remediate the area.
The World Peace Stupa was inaugurated by the Dalai Lama.
The park covers approximately 85 acres of land.
It was developed by the Delhi Development Authority to mitigate the urban heat island effect in the vicinity.
Indraprastha Park is a large urban green space developed by the Delhi Development Authority on a reclaimed landfill site. The park is anchored by a prominent World Peace Stupa, a collaboration between the Delhi Government and the Nipponzan Myohoji Buddhist order. It features expansive landscaped gardens, a children's play area, and an open-air amphitheater. The grounds are designed with undulating lawns and pathways suitable for walking and light recreation. The site is a significant example of urban environmental restoration in New Delhi. It serves as a central recreational hub for the surrounding Sarai Kale Khan and Ganga Vihar residential areas.
The elevated base of the World Peace Stupa offering a wide-angle view of the surrounding gardens.
Bring your own drinking water, as facilities within the park are limited.
Wear comfortable walking shoes as the park covers a large, varied terrain.
Visit during the shoulder seasons to avoid the extremes of Delhi's summer heat and winter fog.
Avoid visiting during the peak heat of the afternoon in summer months, as there is limited shade in open areas.
Maintain a quiet demeanor near the World Peace Stupa and follow standard park conduct regarding littering and property preservation.
