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ExploreAyub National Park Rawalpindi
Rawalpindi, Punjab
Overview
Spanning over 2300 acres along Jhelum Road in Rawalpindi Punjab Ayub National Park historically known as Topi Rakh Park is one of the largest urban park complexes in South Asia. Named after former President Field Marshal Ayub Khan the park is managed by the Army Heritage Foundation and serves as the premier recreational hub for the twin cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad. Featuring massive natural water reservoirs with motor boating pedalo boats Jungle World zoo amusement park Joyland rides sports complexes open-air theater manicured lawns walking tracks and vintage military monuments Ayub National Park offers a complete eco-recreation retreat for families adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Sprawling 2300-acre urban park and nature sanctuary managed by Army Heritage Foundation
- Features Jungle World a combined zoological park and modern amusement park with family rides
- Multiple large artificial lakes offering motor boating pedal boats water sports and lakeside walks
- State-of-the-art sports facilities including archery grounds golf course paintball and jogging tracks
- Beautifully landscaped green gardens shaded pine groves and picnic lawns surrounded by nature
- Prime urban location situated directly along main Jhelum Road / GT Road near Rawalpindi Cantonment
Things To Do
- Enjoy motor boating pedal boating and lakeside relaxation at the expansive central water reservoir
- Visit Jungle World zoo to view exotic animals birds and enjoy family amusement rides
- Walk or jog along paved nature tracks winding through shaded pine trees and green gardens
- Experience adventure sports including archery ziplining and paintball inside the park complex
- Dine at lakeside cafes and floating restaurants serving traditional Pakistani BBQ and snacks
Local Transportation
Situated along main Jhelum Road / GT Road in Rawalpindi Cantt. Easily accessible via private car sedan taxi ride-hailing services auto-rickshaw or the Metrobus network stopping at nearby stations.
Accommodation
Prime urban location. Top-tier luxury hotels business stays and budget guest houses are widely available across Rawalpindi Cantt Saddar and Islamabad.
Food & Cuisine
Multiple inside restaurants food stalls and cafes. Enjoy traditional Lahori and Rawalpindi Karahi BBQ Seekh Kebab burgers ice cream Kashmiri tea and cold drinks.
Safety Information
Highly secure well-lit family public park maintained under strict security standards. Follow park decorum supervise children near water lakes and adhere to ride safety guidelines.
Travel Tips
Visit in the late afternoon to catch daylight scenery and evening lights, buy combined tickets for Jungle World at the main counter, wear comfortable walking sneakers, and bring water bottles.