HEEDS Eco Park

Eco Park is mostly popular for visiting the Seven Sister Falls and plains of Bangladesh.

The main objectives to set up Eco park are: preservation and development of almost extinct and rare species of flora, protection and development of existing flora and fauna, breeding and development of local species of flora through intestine management, environment protection and socio-economic development of the local people, expansion of planned eco-tourism industry and creation of opportunity for study and research. Eco Park is not only a mere component of forest management. It facilitates to enjoy the beauty of the jungles as well as to acquire first-hand knowledge on its ecology, particularly the growth and development of flora and fauna. Eco Park also helps to increase public awareness about the necessity of maintaining bio-diversity.

Eco Parks are large, connected landscapes with high nature conservation and environmental protection ambitions. This Eco park contains dense forest and various types of natural plants and trees. Among them, there are Artocarpus chaplasha, sal (Shorea robusta), garjan (Rhizophora apiculata), champa flower, jarul (Lagerstroemia speciosa), mangiri, chao, zhao, karai, olive, mango, jackfruit, coconut, betel nut, kamranga, chalata, agar, kishnachura(Delonix regia), Bombax, bajna, Ceylon ironwood or Indian rose chestnut (Mesua ferrea), bakul (Mimusops elengi), hijal (Barringtonia acutangula), fig and Miscellaneous types of cane(Calamus tenuis) are remarkable. Various species of shrubs, herbs and creepy plants have given the park a wonderful look. This Eco Park has been developed with some hillocks. There are picnic corners available here and Children's Corners for the child.

The culturally diverse neighborhood has become known for its trendy local businesses, as well as its popularity with artists, musicians and creative. The neighborhood is centered on the eponymous Echo Park Lake. Echo Park Lake also hosts community events, such as the annual Lotus Festival every July. In 1891 the four owners of the surrounding area gave up 33 acres (13 ha) of land to the city around the reservoir so that it could be used as a park. The city began work landscaping the park in October 1892. City parks superintendent Joseph Henry Tomlinson is recognized for coining the name of the new park, which later became the name of the neighborhood. He chose the name because of echoes he heard during the construction of Echo Park Lake in 1892. By 1895, the park and accompanying boathouse were completed.

Eco Parks are self-sustaining systems that generate their own energy, harvest and clean their own water and produce their own food. The Eco Park model includes the construction of sustainable housing and community buildings. A great deal of care is taken to ensure that these structures are designed with the highest thermal efficiencies and natural lighting principles possible. All Eco Parks have strict zero-waste policies in place. Eco Parks are models, not only for community-based social responsibility programs, but also for how food-security and community health are best addressed in one fully-integrated system.

Eco park is an urban park in New Town, Kolkata, India. With an area of 480 acres (190 ha), including a 104 acres (42 ha) waterbody, Eco Park is the largest urban park in India. The park was conceptualised by Mamata Banerjee the CM of West Bengal, in July 2011. It is constructed under the oversight of WBHIDCO, along with different other government bodies responsible for implementation of different works inside the park. Eco Park offers diverse attractions, including theme gardens and recreational activities, making it a prime spot for eco-friendly tourism in Kolkata.

Eco Park offers diverse attractions, including theme gardens and recreational activities, making it a prime spot for eco-friendly tourism. Some say that eco parks can be a source of inspiration for other parts of the country, especially in urban areas. They can demonstrate how to conserve and preserve water, and promote a decentralized system of resource management. The first Eco Park in Bangladesh, located in Sitakunda upazila of Chittagong. Eco-parks can include elements like permeable pavers, native plants, green roofs, rain gardens, solar lighting, wildlife habitats, recycling stations, and walking trails.

New Town is one of the largest open spaces in the city.

The site is spread across an area of 194 hectares (480 acres) and includes a 42-hectare (100 acres) water body with an island. The Central Business District (CBD) is located to the east of the site and one of the largest convention centres in the country, Biswa Bangla Convention Centre, has been built to its north.
The master plan for the Eco-Park has been prepared with the intent to balance its role as a city level recreational open space, with the need for the park to help mitigate some of the adverse impacts of urbanization of the surrounding area. The Eco-Park has been developed to re-establish a healthy self-sustaining eco-system.

Eco Parks are large, connected landscapes with high nature conservation and environmental protection ambitions. They are parks which use ecological landscape features to reduce watering and other maintenance while enhancing wildlife and human values. We live in a world where biodiversity, environmental justice, climate change, habitat protection, and sustainable economic development are both social and environmental needs. If instead we tend land from the perspective that humans are part of the integrated ecological reality - that people belong in nature - parks can help us break down the dichotomy between nature and culture.

Bangladesh has got 2.52 million hectares of forestland, which is 17.08 percent of its total area. Out of the total forest, the Department of forest administers 1.52 million hectares of forest, which is 10.6 percent of the country's total area. Deputy Commissioner of the concerned districts control 0.73 hectares of forestland in their jurisdiction while the remaining 0.27 million hectares of forest is rural forest. . Various forest management systems such as National Park, Game Reserve, Botanical Garden, Wildlife Sanctuary, Safari Park and Eco Park were introduced to protect these deep forests. Eco Park is not only a mere component of forest management. It facilitates to enjoy the beauty of the jungles as well as to acquire firsthand knowledge on its ecology, particularly the growth and development of flora and fauna. The Department of forest has set up nine Eco parks throughout Bangladesh considering their natural beauty and specific features like geographical location. These are:

Sitakunda Botanical Garden and Eco Park

Banshkhali Eco Park

Madhabkunda Eco Park

Madhutila Eco Park

Bangabandhu Jamuna Eco Park

Kuakata Eco Park

Tilagarh Eco Park

Jafflong Green Park

Borshijora Eco Park

Welcome to HEEDS Eco Park: A Sanctuary for Nature and Sustainability.

At HEEDS Eco Park, we believe in the harmony of nature and human life. Nestled in the heart of a lush landscape, our eco-park is dedicated to preserving the environment while offering a space for visitors to reconnect with the natural world. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, an eco-conscious traveler, or someone looking for a peaceful escape, HEEDS Eco Park provides the perfect balance of sustainability and adventure.
Join Us on Our Green Journey: Every step you take at HEEDS Eco Park is a step towards a more sustainable future. Whether you're visiting for a day, a weekend, or longer, you are making a positive impact by supporting eco-tourism and environmental conservation. Together, we can ensure that future generations experience the beauty of nature as we do today.

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