Shradhanjali Kanan Park, Guwahati

When it’s time for us to go home, granny, grandpa, aunties of Mehr make a list of places to take her. From the day we landed at Guwahati, we had been hearing about the newly constructed park infornt of Zoo on the R.G.Barua Road. Chief Minister, Tarun Gogoi on October11, 2010 inaugurated this sprawling park-Shradhanjali Kanan Park. The Rs 8.73-crore park – developed by the GMDA with support from the Guwahati Development Department – is a multi-facility recreational ground spread over 23 bighas.

After getting so much feed back from people at home, one day we landed at the park. But to say the truth, we were not at all impressed. Maybe because it was then very recently opened and lot of work was to be completed. The plants planted were very small and maybe after it blooms it will look beautiful. No doubt it had some features which include laser and musical fountains, water fountains, facilities for children’s games, yoga, an amphitheatre, restaurant, walkway, decorated water bodies. From some empty rooms/ house that we saw, I think there will be a restaurant within the park. But the best thing is the amphitheatre where open air concert can take place. My sis and brother-in-law attended a musical delight and thoroughly enjoyed it. For detail information on the programme, you can check

http://aiyushmandutta.wordpress.com/2011/04/

No doubt, it will be a great place for people of Guwahati to take a walk or have some fresh air, which otherwise is becoming difficult in the hap-hazard growing Guwahati. 

Parks, recreational places has always been lovers den and this park is no doubt different. But what made me and my husband uncomfortable was the brazenly show of love in the park which is visited by kids, adults and old. Infact, that day few schools had brought their kids for picnic. Infront of so many people how shamelessly the lovers were behaving, made me think whether we have forgotten our culture? Infact I wrote an open letter to the authorities of the park, in a reputed newspaper, but I am not sure whether any actions were taken against such immoral behavior.

We need parks but care should be taken that no immoral action takes place in such public place.

Some pictures of the park when we visited it on Dec 2010…. 

 

Shyam Mandir in Pictures(2)

Here are few pictures of the unique temple.....

Shyam Mandir,Narengi,Guwahati

Have you heard of a temple which is open to people of all communities? Where people irrespective of their class, creed and religion can go and pray. Yes, there is such a temple in ASSAM. It is Shyam Mandir, basically a temple of Lord Krishna( VISHNU), situated in a small hillock in Narengi area of Guwahati. The temple is a part of Indian Carbon Office Complex at Narengi. The owner of Indian Carbon, Late Prabhudayal Himatsingka built it. You will find his statue in the middle of the mandir premises. Lot of devotees throngs the temple and its main attraction is the evening aarti. Visitors are charmed and captivated by the well maintain garden of the complex; and a statue of Hanuman, Nandi and a Shiv Linga in the mandir complex. As you enter the temple, you will see a beautiful idol of Lord Krishna(which is the main idol), to his right is Shri Krishna –Radha’s statue and to the left is the staute of Ram/Laxman /Sita. The temple is built in such an area that it gives tranquility and peace of mind to every visitor. But one should be aware that the road to the mandir is not approachable to people who travel by public transport-bus, auto, tracker. It is a long walk across the bridge. Only if you travel by your private car, the journey will be smooth; otherwise be prepared to walk few miles.

Some construction of the road was going on when we last visited it. Hope it is over by now and people don’t have to walk long distance to reach the temple.

Greenwood Resort,Guwahati,Assam

“Greenwood Resort “…..Your gateway to a world of fun amidst nature.

Just at the outskirts of the Guwahati city,  at Khanapara area, it’s the perfect place to unwind yourself from the hectic work schedule of the week. A perfect place to enjoy your weekend, celebrate your kids birthday, your anniversary, your or your hubby’s birthday party. It’s not only for private parties but companies too can organize their yearly party’s here. We used to visit it often during our courtship period and also after marriage. But slowly visits became less as we shifted to Kuwait. During our last visit to home, we visited it along with my sister and brother-in-law.

When I look back, I really feel very happy at the development of the resort. Started in 2002 as a dhaba, it has became a very beautiful weekend break destination. The resort has grown many folded…villas or condo’s are available now. And you will surely be impressed by the cleanliness of the condos. There are 36 duplex cottages and only 1 building has 4 condos/cottages which are independent.The park for kids is full with kids play items and the bigger park is full with greenery and is artistically planned and implemented. The swimming pool is a hit among the visitors. You can just splash around or simply relax in the pool. There is also a separate kid’s pool which allows children to enjoy themselves under adult supervision. And you will get to see how our mekhla chadars are made in their workshop and even buy them. Be assured to be greeted by friendly and courteous staff every time you visit it. You can discover nature as you walk with your kids to the park or simply explore the 20 acres of green slopes and hilly terrain. This mountain resort gives its guest the peace, unmatched beauty and modern living in the lap of nature. Your visit is incomplete if you don’t buy some freshly baked biscuits from their confectionary shop to have with your morning and evening tea.

You will get all information about the resort….its location, room tariffs, facilities etc in their website www.greenwoodresort.in


I remember meeting the owner of this beautiful resort, a Khasi lady, years ago during our courtship visits. But it was during our recent visit only I came to know that this Khasi lady Mrs Abha Bora is married to an Assamese gentleman who died years ago. She has  a daughter call Sumi, who completed her Hotel Management and her son Hemraj Bora who looks after the activities of the tastefully decorated resort.

A "must visit" place if you are in Guwahati.