Dr Vinay Kumar T
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Manorama Hortus 2026, Art & Literature festival, was conducted in Subhash Park, Kochi.
Subhash Bose Park holds immense significance for Kochi, acting as a crucial recreavtional and green space for city dwellers, offering a refreshing atmosphere away from the concrete jungle. It is a favored spot for morning walks, jogging, family outings, and relaxing. Culturally, it serves as a living memorial to Subhash Chandra Bose and his contribution to India's independence struggle, with a statue dedicated to him. Its location next to the Boat Jetty also makes it a gateway for tourists to take government-operated boats to nearby historic destinations like Fort Kochi.
The park boasts a prime location in the central part of Ernakulam, situated alongside the famous Marine Drive promenade. Towards the west, it offers stunning, expansive views overlooking the backwaters of the Vembanad Lake and the bustling Cochin Harbour, providing a spectacular sight of ships and boats passing by. It is conveniently located next to the Ernakulam Boat Jetty and is directly opposite Maharaja's College, making it highly accessible to locals and tourists alike.
While the park is named after Subhash Chandra Bose, its history as a public space dates back to the early 20th century. It was reportedly started around 1903 by the then-Maharaja of Kochi, Rajarishi Rama Varma. The park has also been a witness to significant historical events; notably, it was the site of a protest by students of Maharaja's College against the Kochi Kingdom in 1930, and it is also cited as a launching point for the movement to unite Kochi and Travancore into the state of Kerala.