Shahid Smarak Park, Hetauda

Sahid Smark is one of the most famous parks in Hetauda which is a unique place constructed in the memory and honor of Martyrs of Nepal situated in Hetauda district of central Nepal. The memorial park was established on 2051 B.S, and the main attraction of this park consists of fun park, Zoo and beautiful garden within the radius of 2 km west from the main city of Hetauda.

The memorial park (Sahid Smark) contains a memorial stone with the faces of 13 martyrs carved in it. The main attractions of the park are the sculptures of these martyrs that are sculpted on one big boulder which was accomplished by the student volunteers of Nepal Lalit Kala Campus. There is also a small memorial garden for Madan Bhandari namely Madan Batika. The place is best-suited for refreshment purpose too as it consists swimming pool and ferries wheel. Likewise, another attraction over here is a zoo that consist animals such as deer, leopard, guinea, crocodile, tortoise and rabbits and the whole area is surrounded by Saal and Salla trees. The sides of the park are paved with grass and offering some benches around the park allowing the visitors to relax under the shade and enjoy the view. Different species of shrubs and palm trees can be seen in the park which shows it riches in vegetation.

Nevertheless, Sahid Smark is mostly famous as a picnic spot among younger generations for spending their holiday in this beautiful park. The park also features swimming pool mostly for youngsters during summer time and playing area for kids especially. The peace place with awesome environment is considered as the best refreshment as well as relaxation place as recreational center which attracts a lot of domestic as well as foreign tourists.