FREEDOM PARK
Gandhi Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
The Freedom Park built on the site of a defunct but historically significant Central Jail is in Gandhi Nagar locality of Bangalore. The park was created by the municipal corporation of Bangalore BBMP in 2008. A competition was held for the creation of the park and the restoration of the jail. An architect couple, Soumitro and Nisha Mathew Ghosh won the competition by completing the park and its restoration. The complex was opened in 2009 to the general public. The history of the Central Jail is quite remarkable. It was built as a jail by the East India Company for freedom fighters after the first freedom struggle of 1857.
Suggested time duration
2 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
March to July
Do's & Dont's
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Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety
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Do not consume liquor.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 05:00 AM | 07:00 PM | Free | Free |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Kempegowda Bus Station |
1.5 KM | 9449596666 |
 Chickpet Railway Station |
1.6 KM | 139 |
 Kempegowda International Airport |
34.7 KM | 1800-425-4425 |
What to Carry
- Carry water bottle
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Restaurants
First Aid
Parking
Parking is available for 10 Cars.
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Jayanagar | 6 KM |
Nearest Temples
KOTE VENKATARAMANA TEMPLE
Temple built in 1689 by King Chikka Devaraja Wodeyar
GAVI GANGADHARESHWARA TEMPLE
The temple is the presence of a rare idol of Agni
DODDA BASAVANA TEMPLE
The Nandi idol measures about 15ft in height & 20ft in length
DODDA GANAPATHI TEMPLE
Ganesha idol is of height is 18 feet and width is 16 feet
DOMLUR CHOKKANATHA TEMPLE
Oldest temples in the city, dating to the Chola period of the 10th century AD
RAGIGUDDA SRI PRASANNA ANJANEYA TEMPLE
Historic Hindu temple on a hill with colorful shrines and scenic views
BANASWADI ANJANEYA SWAMY TEMPLE
This ancient temple is said to be more than 150 years old
NAGESHVARA TEMPLE COMPLEX
This temple is the earliest evidence of the existence of a place called Bengaluru
SRI VENUGOPALA SWAMY TEMPLE
It is a miniature version of the mega-complex temples in Belur & Halebid
SRI GANGADARESHVARA AND HONNADEVI TEMPLE
Built into a cave, this 1500's temple features monolithic sculptures & an annual sun illumination
Nearest Attractions
FortBANGALORE FORT
A portrayal of Bravery and Dexterity
MuseumGANDHI BHAVAN
Dedicated to our Father of the nation, Mahatma Gandhi
BoatingULSOOR LAKE BOATING AND PARK
One of the oldest lakes in the city
Heritage MonumentsBANGALORE PALACE
Tudor-style architecture resembling medieval castles of Normandy
WildlifeBANNERGHATTA NATIONAL PARK
Gene pool of the endangered species of wild animals
WaterfallsMUTHYALA MADUVU
This gushing stream that flows down from a height of 92 m
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