Parks get upgrade ahead of Eid

PHA adds new rides, attractions and food options to all parks in Rawalpindi

RAWALPINDI:

On the occasion of Eidul Fitr, Parks and Horticulture Authority (PHA), Cantonment Boards and Municipal Corporation have added modern rides, and activities in all 44 amusement parks of Rawalpindi for the enjoyment of families and children.

Joyland, Allama Iqbal Park, Patriata, Rumi Park, Nawaz Sharif Park, 502 Workshop Park, Ladies Park and Children’s Park have been all been renovated and new flowers have been planted just in time for Eid.

Ayub Park Zoo Jungle Kingdom has added more wild birds, pets and wild animals, including tigers and leopards. For the interest of children, dodging cars, ponies, camels for riding have also been introduced in Ayub Park while magic show counter has also been added. Another one of the added amenities include boat riding, for which boats have been brought to both the lakes of Ayub Park.

Military weapons and war helicopters have also been installed at Ayub Park, along with Mono-train and computerised shooting toys. Ayub Park has also arranged local specialties such as saag, maize roti, butter and lassi which will be served at the local food counter that has been decorated in an appealing village-inspired style.

The chair lift at Patriata has also been upgraded and will be become operational from the first day of Eid.

PHA Director General Ahmed Hasan Ranjha said “This year we have enhanced the beauty of all our parks immensely. All kinds of fruit trees have been planted and new food stalls have been added at the parks.”

Entry to all parks will be free. However, tickets for sightseeing items have been increased and the parking fee for cars and motorcycles in amusement parks has also doubled. Families who come for entertainment this year on Eidul Fitr may face difficulty owing to increased prices.

Published in The Express Tribune, April 9^th, 2024.