Maitri Bagh, Durg,

Maitri Bagh is a zoo and a park established by the Bhilai Steel Plant in Bhilai. It is one of the best family friendly attractions and a top picnic spot in Chhattisgarh. A visit to the city is considered incomplete without visiting this place as there is something for everyone. Also known as Friendship Garden, it is a favorite spot where locals as well as visitors who come here for outdoor recreation and picnicking.

Maitri Bagh offers its visitors with wide ranging attractions such as lush green lawns, wildlife at the vast reserve, an artificial lake featuring beautiful fountains and toy train for kids. The natural beauty of the place along with the fresh clean air and plenty of space to walk, jog or just relax, ranks it amongst the most sought after holiday and weekend vacation destinations in Durg. The musical fountains, placed on the island of the artificial lake provide splendid looks when the waters shoot up in the sky while music is being played in the background. The synchronization of rhythm and music is indeed a treat to watch.

A beautiful garden which was formed by the coordination of two governments is a prime attraction of this place. The Maitri Bagh stands for Friendship Garden which is a symbol of friendship between the Indian government and the Russian government. This place consists of many toy trains, lakes and beautiful gardens which makes this place a must visit place in Durg. Musical fountain of this garden works on the rhythm of the songs which put up a great show in the evening and lots of people come to see this show. Brilliant colors, rhythmic movements and pumping beats makes this fountain look like a living thing and people enjoy this fiesta thoroughly.