Educational trip
Educational Trip
Discover a hidden gem nestled within the urban landscape! Green Mall’s Botanical Gardens offer an enchanting escape for nature enthusiasts, families, and curious learners. Explore diverse plant collections, fruit & spice garden, tranquil pathways, and serene water features.
Green Mall Kolkata: Nurturing Young Minds in Nature's Classroom
In the heart of Kolkata’s urban landscape lies a hidden gem: the Green Mall, an expansive green oasis that offers a refreshing escape from the city’s hustle and bustle. Within this botanical paradise resides the Fruit & Spice Garden, an educational haven meticulously designed to provide students with a hands-on learning experience in the lap of nature.
A Living Laboratory: The Fruit & Spice Garden
Step into this vibrant outdoor classroom, and you’ll find yourself surrounded by a rich tapestry of flora. The garden boasts a diverse collection of fruit trees, aromatic spices, medicinal herbs, and vibrant flowering plants, each with its unique story to tell. As students wander through the garden’s pathways, they encounter a living encyclopedia of botanical wonders, igniting their curiosity and fostering a deep appreciation for the natural world.
The Vision: Inspiring a Love for Nature
Green Mall’s Fruit & Spice Garden is the brainchild of environmental visionary Dinesh Rawat, whose unwavering commitment to nature conservation and education led to the creation of this unique space. The garden aims to inspire a new generation of environmental stewards by fostering a sense of wonder, curiosity, and responsibility towards the environment.
Educational Opportunities: Engaging Young Minds
Green Mall offers a range of educational programs designed to cater to students of all ages and interests. These programs provide a dynamic and interactive learning experience, far removed from the confines of a traditional classroom.
Guided Garden Walks:
Knowledgeable guides lead students through the garden, sharing fascinating insights into the various plants, their ecological significance, and their cultural importance.
Horticulture Workshops: Students get their hands dirty as they learn about plant propagation, soil composition, pest control, and other essential gardening skills.
Hands-On Activities: From seed sowing to harvesting fruits and spices, students actively participate in the gardening process, gaining a deeper understanding of plant life cycles and sustainable practices.
Nature-Based Learning: The garden serves as a living laboratory for exploring various scientific concepts, such as photosynthesis, pollination, and biodiversity.
Horticulture Workshops: Students get their hands dirty as they learn about plant propagation, soil composition, pest control, and other essential gardening skills.
Hands-On Activities: From seed sowing to harvesting fruits and spices, students actively participate in the gardening process, gaining a deeper understanding of plant life cycles and sustainable practices.
Nature-Based Learning: The garden serves as a living laboratory for exploring various scientific concepts, such as photosynthesis, pollination, and biodiversity.
Benefits of Educational Tours at Green Mall
A visit to Green Mall’s Fruit & Spice Garden offers a multitude of benefits for students:
Enhanced Learning: Hands-on experiences and interactive activities make learning fun and engaging, leaving a lasting impact on students’ minds.
Environmental Awareness: Students develop a deeper understanding of the importance of nature conservation and sustainable practices.
Health and Well-being: Spending time in nature reduces stress, improves mood, and promotes physical activity.
Career Inspiration: The garden can spark an interest in careers related to horticulture, botany, environmental science, and sustainable agriculture.
Enhanced Learning: Hands-on experiences and interactive activities make learning fun and engaging, leaving a lasting impact on students’ minds.
Environmental Awareness: Students develop a deeper understanding of the importance of nature conservation and sustainable practices.
Health and Well-being: Spending time in nature reduces stress, improves mood, and promotes physical activity.
Career Inspiration: The garden can spark an interest in careers related to horticulture, botany, environmental science, and sustainable agriculture.
Kolkata's Botanical Paradise
Green Mall is not the only botanical garden in Kolkata offering educational opportunities. The city boasts several other renowned gardens that provide enriching experiences for students and families alike:
Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden: This vast garden is home to a wide array of plant species from around the world, including a 250-year-old banyan tree.
Alipore Zoological Garden: In addition to its diverse animal collection, the zoo also features a well-maintained botanical garden with various plant species.
Agri Horticultural Society of India: This society promotes horticulture and organizes flower shows and exhibitions throughout the year.
Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden: This vast garden is home to a wide array of plant species from around the world, including a 250-year-old banyan tree.
Alipore Zoological Garden: In addition to its diverse animal collection, the zoo also features a well-maintained botanical garden with various plant species.
Agri Horticultural Society of India: This society promotes horticulture and organizes flower shows and exhibitions throughout the year.
Plan Your Educational Trip Today
Green Mall’s Fruit & Spice Garden is a testament to the power of nature to educate and inspire. Whether you’re a teacher looking for a unique field trip destination or a parent seeking an enriching experience for your child, Green Mall offers an unforgettable journey into the heart of nature. Contact us today to schedule your educational tour and embark on a botanical adventure that will leave a lasting impression on young minds.
“Explore and learn with our educational trips. Knowledge comes alive outside the classroom”
Green-Guru Dinesh Rawat.