The trees of Madurai

We visited the 'Eco Park' when we were in Madurai this July.

I have been there once before, about 7 years ago. The place was crowded and I think it was relatively new that time. There were fancy lights fixtures on trees. There was a fountain show and there were boat rides.

This time there was no water in the park, the big water structures were empty and the boats were grounded. The lights on the trees looked damaged and few electrical wires were precariously exposed.

Keeping up the maintenance seems to be a challenge for the city. Rather than go with fancy, decorative unrealistic approach I wish they had stuck with simplistic design, preserving the natural space. 

I loved the huge beautiful trees and the walkways paved through the park.

The park also has a play area for the kids to climb, swing and slide.

Banyan Tree

Flame of the Forest

Peepal Tree