It is the Statue of Unity situated in Gujarat was opened in 2004. At the time, the majority of people believed it was merely an artifact. But, the Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a bigger idea and more ambitious plans. Modi wanted India to become an international destination for tourism, which would attract people of across all different ages.
At the end of the day, more than 8 million have visited the Statue of Unity near Sardar Sarovar Dam in Gujarat.
Today, Prime Minister Modi has announced the opening of two other tourist attractions The Maze (labyrinth) Garden and Miyawaki Forest — at Ekta Nagar in Kevadia.
The garden stretches over an area of three acres. It has the path that extends to 2,100 meters. It is the biggest Maze Garden in the country and was completed in only eight months. The Maze Garden in Kevadia was created in the shape of an “Yantra,” which is believed to emanate positive energy. The principal reason for choosing the layout was to give the appearance of harmony, and also creating an intricate network of pathways.
A trip through the confusing streets of the park will provide a workout for visitors’ bodies, minds and senses. It will also provide a sense of triumph over the obstacles. This exercise will also provide them with the sensation of excitement.
About 180,000 trees have were planted in the close vicinity of the Maze Garden. These comprise Orange Gemin, Madhu Kamini, Glory Bovar and Mehndi. The area was originally utilized as a landfill site for garbage. It has changed into an enchanted and green landscape.
The terrain has not only added to its beauty of the region, but it has also played a role in the development of an ecosystem where honeybees, butterflies and birds thrive.
There is thought that Miyawaki Forest will be another attraction for tourists. This forest is named in the memory of Japanese Ecologist, Botanist as well as Botanist Professor. Akira Mishawaki who devised the method of planting saplings of different species in close each other and eventually develop into a urban forest which was dense.
The growth of the plants is 10 times faster by using this method which means that the forest grows 30 times thicker. Utilizing the Miyawaki method, forests can be established in two to three years in contrast to 20-30 years with the standard method.
Miyawaki Forest will be comprised of an Native Floral Garden; Timber Garden; Fruit Garden; Medicinal Garden In addition, there is an Miyawaki section of mixed plants. Digital Orientation Centre.
The aim of making these tourist spots is to offer visitors a full experience while visiting instead of a singular experience. The closeness of these places to nature highlight the importance placed on the natural environment and how important it is to the place in Indian cultural practices. An example is Maze Garden. Maze Garden whose design has been inspired by Indian traditions.
Other tourist attractions near The Statue of Unity include Tent City-themed parks, including Arogya Van (Herbal Garden), Butterfly Garden, Cactus Garden, Vishwa Van, The Valley of Flowers (Bharat Van), Unity Glow Garden, Children’s Nutrition Park, Jungle Safari (state-of-art zoological park) and numerous others.
Although the stream of visitors was negatively affected by Covid-19, the pandemic Covid-19 in 2020 However, it has increased since the park was open to the general public in October. of October. If you are planning to visit the statue of unity then we recommended you book your statue of unity tickets online to avoid a long queue.
