Bird's Eye View of Hiranandani Gardens |
Powai Hill (Mumbai High)
The majestic Powai Hill covers the South-East flank of Hiranandani gardens. This Hill is
2000m in length and has average width of 400m. From the base height of 58m it rises upto
the height of 209 m above MSL. The highest point in this hill range is Point-209, which is
also the highest point above Mean Sea Level in Mumbai.
In the last 3 years, under a mass afforestation program, 3.0 lakh trees of more than 30 varieties like Neem, Teak, Jamun, Peepal, Banyan, Sheesham, Tamarind etc. have been planted. A walk along the ridge line provides a breath taking panoramic view that extends upto Thane Creek in the East, Bandra/Worli in the South, Sahar/Santacruz airport and Juhu/Madh Island in the West and National Park in the North.
The Hill with its rich flora and fauna is a bird watcher's delight and the hiker's dream come true. A Go-Kart racing track at the base of the Hill has enhanced the attraction of the Powai Hill.
Nirvana Park :This 4 acres of tropical garden has been judged as the Best Garden in Mumbai for the year 1997. This aesthetically laid Park has more than 1.5 lakhs different varieties of trees and shrubs.Over 50 different types of flowers bloom here.
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Nirvana Park: This park with its fountains, cascading waterfalls and a meandering water channel holds the visitors spell bound due to its sheer natural beauty and serenity. While cruising in a paddle boat in the water channel one can see a large number of fish of different hues and sizes. A large variety of aquatic plants in the water channel, act as the 'biological filter media' for water purification in the channel.
Hiranandani Forest :This 8 acres patch lies behind the Forest Club. 15,000 trees of more than 70 varieties cover this area. A jogging track has been laid in this Forest. The totally green canopy and its thick foliage provide home to a larger number of birds in this Forest. Jogging in this forest with the accompaniment of chirping and humming of birds makes it a delightful experience.
Gardens, Playgrounds and Avenues: Over half a million trees and shrubs have been planted within the complex. Over 300 gardeners are constantly maintain these plantations which are spread between various buildings alongwith large lawns of Zoycia, Bermuda and Paspulam grass. Avenues are lined with Kadamba, Alistonia, Pongamia, Rain trees amongst others. Every building enjoys the ambience of landscaped ornate gardens.