Jubilee Park in Jamshedpur, East Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, spread over about 500 acres, this park is full of greenery, historical importance, recreational facilities and cultural programs. This park is perfect for family outings and nature lovers.
Brief introduction of Jubilee Park
Jubilee Park is one of the major and attractive places of Jamshedpur. Which reflects the pride of this place. Due to greenery, entertainment, many facilities and being historical in the park, it is considered popular among locals and tourists. Its beauty is very good.
Along with this, cleanliness is given full attention at all places. This park was started by Tata Steel Company in 1937 under the direction of Mr. S. Lockster. After this, the construction work was stopped for a long time due to many types of obstacles.
But this park was again constructed in the month of August in 1955 keeping in mind the upcoming 50th anniversary of Tata Steel. Its responsibility was given to Mr. G.H. Krumbigel and B.S. Nirday.
Who had previously supervised the construction work of Mughal Garden of Mysore and Rashtrapati Bhavan of Delhi. The entire park is spread over about 500 acres of land. Built in a period of two years, this park is the most beautiful park in India.
Geography of Jubilee Park
The total area of Jubilee Park is spread over about 500 acres. In which many dams and gardens are seen. Each dam has its own name. Such as Rose Garden, Mughal Garden, Main Lake, Amusement Park and Tata Steel Wildlife Park and an artificial island is available in the middle of the lake.
Where boating facility is also available on the lake. There are a total of four water fountains here. Which gives a view like the Taj Mahal.
Climate and weather
Talking about the climate in Jubilee Park, here a lush green view is seen all around during the rainy season. A road has been constructed inside the park. On which you can walk with an umbrella during the rainy season. The best time to visit Jubilee Park is from October to February.
At this time the weather here remains normal. But during the summer, the temperature here increases a lot. Due to which it feels very hot while walking on the road of the park. Although you can also walk through the shade of the trees.
But it is not going to be that much fun. The real fun is to enjoy the view of the park while walking on the road and enhance its beauty.
History and Establishment
The construction work of Jubilee Park started in 1937 itself. This park was being built by Tata Steel Company. Which was started under the direction of Shri S. Lockster. Later, due to many obstacles in the construction work, its construction work was stopped.
But in 1955, its construction work was started again. Which was done keeping in mind the upcoming 50th anniversary of Tata Steel. Its work was given to Shri G.H. Krumbigel and B.S. Nirday.
The entire park is spread over about 500 acres of land. This park, built in a period of two years, is the most beautiful park in India. This park was inaugurated on 3 March 1958.
Means of entertainment
The main axis of the park is the statue of Jamshedpur’s founder Jamshedji Tata. Around the statue are spread Rose Garden, Mughal Garden, Main Lake, Amusement Park and Tata Steel Wildlife Park and an artificial island situated in the middle of the lake.
Apart from this, facilities of skating center and cafeteria are also available in the Amusement Park and Children’s Park. One can also enjoy boating in the lake.
Apart from this, the water fountain of the park is turned on at night. Which looks very beautiful to look at. This fountain is run only on Tuesdays. Which is weekly. To see its view, it is turned on in the evening. And this fountain remains on till night. Which adds to its beauty at night due to colorful lights.
A total of four water fountains have been built in Jubilee Park. Which are turned on simultaneously. The water fountain in all the fountains goes up to a height of at least 25-30 feet. Its look is very good. One should go to see it at least once in life.
Flower exhibition and garden
Many types of colourful flowers can be seen in Jubilee Park. But plucking any flower is strictly prohibited. Wherever you will share in the park, you will see flowers all around. The flower garden has been planted in such a way that all the tourists who come to visit the park will get to see the beautiful view of flowers.
This park is not only famous for flowers, but many Ashoka trees have been planted here. Which are in a line. Due to these trees being very big, greenery and shade can be seen all around in the park.
Many benches have been built to sit under the trees. Where you can relax. Or you can also write an article on the beauty of the park while sitting and enjoying it.
Lake and boating
Boating on the lake of Jubilee Park is also done on special festivals. Here water fountains are run every Tuesday. One has to buy a ticket to board the boating. Children below 5 years of age are not required to pay ticket.
Jubilee Park Animal Park
You can hear the chirping of various birds in Jubilee Park. Many species of birds can be seen here. These are local birds. These include sparrows, mynahs, crows, pigeons, cuckoos and many other birds. You will not find any dangerous animals. This place is safe from animals. Yes, dogs can be seen nearby.
Sports and Fitness
Local people come to Jubilee Park every day for a walk in the morning and evening. Some come for running, while others come for exercise and yoga. No sports related facilities are available. It is mandatory to have an identity card to go to this park. Entry is prohibited without it.
Nighttime Beauty
At night, many types of colorful lights are lit up along with water from the water fountains in Jubilee Park. The sight of seeing this is quite beautiful. The lights are also turned on simultaneously along with the water in all the four water fountains here.
Seeing this, the mind gets satisfaction. This is done only on Tuesdays, so if you want to visit here, then get information about it from the local people. So that there is no problem and you can visit comfortably.
Food and Restaurants
Many dustbins have been placed to keep Jubilee Park clean. There is no restaurant facility of any kind inside the park. Food or drink items have to be brought from outside the park. Which cannot be thrown here and there.
Strict law has been made for this. Instructions are given at the entrance of the park, that it is mandatory to follow the rules of the park. Violation of this can lead to a fine by the local administration.
Information for tourists
Jubilee Park is open from 7 am to 6.30 pm.
Entry fee and timing
The entry fee for Jubilee Park is Rs. 30 for adults and Rs. 20 for children. An identity card is required for entry here. Entry without identity card is prohibited. A separate payment of Rs. 90 has to be made for entertainment. This happens only on special occasions.
Security and cleanliness
The security of Jubilee Park is done by the local administration and the government here. If any kind of misdeed happens in this park, the manager of the park will give the strictest punishment and hand it over to the administration.
A cleaning staff has been appointed for the cleaning of this park. He takes care of this park daily. Dirt is not allowed to spread here.
Agni
Aspirational | Dynamic | Agile
The structure was envisioned as a flame rising from Mother Earth to reach the skies. Fire (Agni) symbolises many things in Indian culture purity, spirituality, knowledge and enlightenment; all leading to the path of truth.
Agni is a symbol of intention and represents the gihger faculties of the subconscious abilities that help us grow and evolve. The concept of the eternal flame is timeless and can easily tracscend different generations.
The Design
Inspired byarchimedes spiral, the shape rises from the tghree comers of the tringle, with a variable number of rebolutios and pitches, until they finally meet at the apex. The form has been proportioned to draw the sightlines upwards while one views the sculpture.
The structure is divided inot two parts, the sub-ground structure (foundation)and the superstructure (Sculpture). The structure has been made using tata structure YST 355 steel tubes. A tatal of 8.5 tonnes of tat structura steel circular hollow section (15 MM to 300 MM diameter) were used to create the structure.
There are three spines with heights of 10.86 metres, 9.8 metres and 9.5 metres. A total of 1124 slikes protrude from there three spines. The overall dimension of the Agni structure is 5.10 meetres in diameter and height of 10.8 metres.
Background
To celebrate the versatility of steel and its applications, Tata steel conceptualised a global design competition- “Notions of India” – to bring together architects from across the world to showcase their reativity by using steel structural hollow sections.
The competition also reinforces the mission of Tata Strictira, to enable contemporary, architectural marvels and innovative solutions of tomorrow.
“Agni” was one of the winning entries in the competition’s second edition organised in 2021, which saw over 5200 registrations from participants across 13 countries.
Local Transportation
Many local road vehicles are available to go to Jubilee Park. The main road starts from in front of the park. There will be no problem in reaching here. Vehicles are available all the time. Parking facility is available here if you go by your own vehicle.
You can park your vehicle here and enjoy the park without any worries. Apart from this, if you want to go to Jamshedpur, you can go by rail and road. The nearest railway station is Tata Nagar from where you can go to the park by using a small vehicle.
The nearest airport is Jamshedpur, and Ranchi airport is connected to more places, it is about 120 km from Jamshedpur.
Other major places in Jamshedpur
- Sai Temple Sonari
- Bhooteshwar Mandir
- Burudi Lake
- Rankini Mandir
- Dimna Lake
- Jubilee Park
- Dalma Wild Life Sanctuary
Photography and social media
Anyone can do photography in Jubilee Park. But there are managers at the main gate, you can take photos of any scene after taking permission from them. You will find many videos of the park here.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the entry fee for Jubilee Park?
The entry fee for Jubilee Park is Rs 30 for adults and Rs 20 for children.
2. What facilities are available in the park?
The park is popular among locals and tourists due to its greenery, entertainment, many facilities and being historical. Rose garden, Mughal garden, main lake, amusement park and Tata Steel wildlife park and an artificial island situated in the middle of the lake are available. Boating facility is also available on the lake.
3. When is the best time to visit the park?
The best time to visit the park is from October to February. The weather is good at that time.
4. Are pets allowed in the park?
You can bring a dog as a pet. This is allowed.
5. What is the photography policy inside the park?
This requires permission from the park management.