Bathurst Peace Garden
Highlights
- Explore the tranquil gardens along the Macquarie River, offering a serene escape in Bicentennial Park.
- Admire the 19 Teak seats, gifted by India, each telling a story of international friendship since 1956.
- Discover vibrant designs created by local children on the brick walls, adding a unique touch to the garden's atmosphere.
- Enjoy a family-friendly picnic in the lush lawns, perfect for relaxing and connecting with nature.
Situated along the edge of the Macquarie River in Bicentennial Park, the Bathurst Peace Garden stands as a monument to peace.
In 1956 the Indian Government donated 19 Teak seats for the original gardens. Inscribed with the words “Presented By The People Of India 1956”, you can still find several of these seats in the Peace Garden and in the Bathurst Visitor Information Centre.
In 1988, the Peace Garden was re-dedicated by the Deputy High Commissioner of India, C.M. Bhandari, who presented a bust of India’s first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru.
The brick walls of the Peace Garden are decorated with designs of local children. Today visitors can enjoy the Peace Park and learn about the friendship between Bathurst and the country of India.
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Accreditations
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- Visitor Information Centre
- NSW – Visit Bathurst
Features
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