Mahatma Gandhi Park, Kollam | |
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MG Park, Kollam | |
Type | Public park |
Location | Near Kollam Beach |
Nearest city | Kollam, India |
Coordinates | 8°52′29″N 76°35′36″E / 8.874601°N 76.593326°E |
Opened | 1 January 1967 |
Status | Open all year |
Public transit access | Bus Station - 3.0 km, Railway Station - 2.3 km, Ferry Terminal - 3.0 km |
Road access | Coastal Road |
Mahatma Gandhi Park (also known as MG park) is a public park situated near Kollam Beach in the city of Kollam, Kerala, India. It is about 2 km away from Chinnakada - The city centre of 'Cashew Capital of the World'. It is one of the main centres of recreational activities in Kollam city.[1] The park is owned by Kollam Municipal Corporation and is operated by Rural Tourism Development Company (RUTODEC), a private firm, on contract for a period of five years for maintenance.[2] 'The Quilon Beach' five star hotel(Formerly known as Beach Orchid) is located near to this park.[3]