Editor’s Note of Cariappa Memorial Park, Shivajinagar

Cariappa Memorial Park is situated at Shivaji Nagar, Bangalore. Laid out in 1996, it is stretched over an area of 22 acres of land which is divided into six segments. The park premises also covers a portion of the parade ground between MG Road and Cubbon Park. The highlights include the 7 feet-high monolithic monument of Cariappa at the entrance plaza, the man-made waterfall and pond, tarzan swing, zig zag tunnels, spider webs, sand pits, balance bars etc. It is maintained by different divisions of the Indian Army. During the weekdays anyone can visit the park between 5:30 PM to 8 PM, on Saturdays from 1 PM to 7 PM and on Sundays from 9 AM to 7 PM. The entry is free and unrestricted.