Ambedkar Memorial Park Tourism
Type of destination: Memorial Park
Ideal visit duration: 1-2 hours
Ambedkar Memorial Park, also known as Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Samajik Parivartan Prateek Sthal, is a public park and memorial located in Gomti Nagar, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India. The park is spread over an area of about 107 acres and was constructed by the Mayawati government in honor of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, the architect of the Indian Constitution, as well as other social reformers who played a key role in the fight against social discrimination and the caste system. It features large stone structures, columns, and sprawling green lawns, along with a canal that runs through the park. The main attractions are the Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Memorial, a museum, a photo gallery showcasing the history of the Bauddha religion and the life and times of Ambedkar, and several gigantic stone elephants. The park has been constructed with red sandstone brought from Rajasthan and is a significant site of Dalit empowerment and architectural grandeur, representing a contemporary fusion of old and new architectural designs.
Opening and Closing time of Ambedkar Memorial Park
| Monday |
11:00 AM to 09:00 PM |
| Tuesday |
11:00 AM to 09:00 PM |
| Wednesday |
11:00 AM to 09:00 PM |
| Thursday |
11:00 AM to 09:00 PM |
| Friday |
11:00 AM to 09:00 PM |
| Saturday |
11:00 AM to 09:00 PM |
| Sunday |
11:00 AM to 09:00 PM |
Disclaimer: It's important to check the most current information before planning your visit, as opening hours can vary and might be subject to change due to special events, maintenance, or unforeseen circumstances. A reliable way to confirm the opening hours is to contact the local tourism board, check the official website (if available)
Entry Ticket Pricing for Ambedkar Memorial Park
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Tips when you are visiting to Ambedkar Memorial Park
Visit During
The park is best visited during the cooler hours of the day or in the evening when it is beautifully lit.
Photography
Carry a camera as the park's architecture offers excellent photo opportunities.
Footwear
Wear comfortable footwear as there is a lot of walking involved.
Top 5 Reviews on Ambedkar Memorial Park
peterw992
Wrote on 18th Dec, 2023
The world's largest Folly
Not sure whether to give this park a 1 Star or 5 Star rating.
1 Star A massive area of polished marble with steps in places you would not expect. A health and safety nightmare for walking.
5 Star An ..
JonathanSymonds
Wrote on 7th Mar, 2023
Monumental in size, aspiration and…ego!
An amazing place to visit in The cool of the late afternoon, this park is a statement on a gargantuan scale - it’s very impressive in its scale, it’s quite attractive in parts, but what unfortunat..
P6366MScatherineb
Wrote on 19th Dec, 2022
One of those crazy Indian treats.
Visited a couple of years ago with a friend. It’s amazing and a great place to take photos but, when I visited at least, not yet taken over by Instagram hungry people jostling for the perfect snap...
rohitbihani
Wrote on 5th Oct, 2022
Very grand, very majestic!
This place exudes power and grandeur in a sprawling expanse of Rajasthani stone work. The 80 odd royal elephants dot the backend of the park, while various other structures and monuments inside are al..
punepravasi
Wrote on 19th Apr, 2022
Biggest monumental waste
Biggest waste of environmental disaster, cement, steel, prime land, green space etc. What could have been done in rightly and duely in some 20000 sq ft is wasted in acres of land and greenery. No tree..
