Go Say Hello To Velociraptor And Friends At Lucknow’s First Jurassic Park; From Attractions To Tickets, All You Need To Know

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Lucknow, the ‘City of Nawabs’ has now transformed into the ‘City of Dinosaurs’. Don’t believe us? Well, walk into Janeshwar Mishra Park and witness the city’s first-ever Jurassic Park, straight out of Speilberg’s films. Spanning five acres near Gate 2 of the park, this ₹8 crore project is an endeavour to educate and entertain visitors with realistic dinosaur models, life-sized-robotic dinosaurs and more.

Lucknow’s First-Ever Jurassic Park Is Here!

Dino nerds in UP are in for the ultimate thrill; the chance to pose with a ferocious T-Rex and train a Velociraptor, like Chris Pratt in Jurassic World. Home to dinosaurs, Lucknow now has the city’s first-ever Jurassic Park. With 35 life-sized dinosaur models and 70,000 tropical plants in their habitat, the park offers an immersive experience.

A day out at Lucknow’s Jurassic Park would entail spotting robotic dinosaurs imported from Japan and Taiwan. The creatures roar, lean forward and mimic the movements of the extinct creatures. The star attractions include the replicas of the famous Triceratops, Tyrannosaurus rex and Velociraptor.

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Prehistoric Creatures, Pop-Culture Icons, Cafe & More

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Dinosaurs aren’t the only creatures you’d find at this Lucknow park. In fact, pop-culture icons like King Kong and Godzilla created out of recycled materials will enthrall kids and adults alike. There’s an interesting blend of history with a touch of fantasy. Take extinct creatures from the Ice Age as an example. It’s not just you, even we are reminded of the eponymous animated flick.

Taking visitors into the alluring prehistoric world, Jurassic Park adds an element of magic right at the word go with its talking tree at the park’s entrance. It’s whimsical and a breath of fresh air from other parks in the city. The technological advancements make the creatures look very life-like. There is also a cafeteria to grab quick refreshments with your loved ones.

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Folks in Lucknow, when are you planning to visit the city’s first-ever Jurassic Park?

Where:  Janeshwar Mishra Park, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226010

When: 10 AM to 9 PM from Monday to Friday ( 9 AM to 9 PM on weekends)

Cost: ₹120 for adults and ₹50 for children under 12 years

 

Cover Image Courtesy: @lucknow_updates/ X

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