7 Waste to Wonder Theme Park

Delhi is said to be India's national capital territory. It is also regarded as the heart of India. Without a doubt,  the city is popular for its enriched heritage and culture. Many beautiful gardens, historical monuments and more are there in the city. Very recently, one new theme park was added to the list of waste to seven wonders Delhi that is amazing, varied and based on the theme called 'Waste to Wonder. This park was inaugurated by the Home Minister named Rajnath Singh in Rajiv Gandhi Smriti Van.

About 7 'Theme Parks'

One of the most impressive and important facts about this park is that you will observe 7 wonders of the world. In fact, all these 7 world wonders in waste of wonder in Delhi or the waste to wonder Delhi is made up of industrial waste, including other waste materials like discarded auto parts, scrap metal procured from the landfills of the city. In this way, the waste material can be used in good form. That is why this theme park becomes an attraction point for everyone and it is also unique in itself.

The park appears to be a small island, built in the midst of the busy Sarai Kale Khan Inter-State Bus Terminus and the Outer Ring Road. It will also help the 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyan' move forward with its goal of turning waste into wealth.

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Rooftop panels and solar trees have been placed by the SDMC, which will create 50 KW of power. And the surplus power will be able to be sold to the power distribution companies for revenue earnings. Do you know that the park has been constructed within just 6 months of time? About 150 tonnes of scrap, 7 supporting artists, 5 artists, 70 labourers, and welders were utilised in the park's construction. According to the SDMC, the theme park was built at the cost of INR 7.5 crore and will operate from 11 AM to 11 PM.

Waste to Wonder Park, Delhi Overview

Trash to Wonder Park or the waste to wonder of world park, the newest addition to Delhi's list of attractions, is a one-of-a-kind theme park that showcases replicas of seven great wonders from around the world made from industrial and other waste (as wonder from waste). It was opened in Rajiv Gandhi Smriti Van, which is located close to the Nizamuddin Metro Station.

It's interesting to learn that the Seven Wonders Park in Kota sparked the idea for Waste to Wonder Park when it was featured in the Bollywood film "Badrinath ki Dulhania." This exceptional park is frequented by walkers and joggers daily. The South Delhi Municipal Corporation (SDMC) has used solar and wind energy to light up the park, making it a spectacular sight at night and during sunset.

A visit to Waste to Wonder Park is a must and should be made to appreciate how anything made from discarded materials can appear so bizarre. Plans are in the works to introduce a 'light and sound' performance, as well as planning (SDMC) to allow pre-wedding activities, including film shoots at the Waste to Wonder of World Park!

History Behind the 7 Waste of Wonder Delhi Park (New Delhi)

The SDMC (South Delhi Municipal Corporation) commissioned the 7 Wonders of the World Park in Delhi as part of its Garbage-To-Art Project, which aims to successfully manage the city's waste while simultaneously contributing to the attractiveness of public places. The total project took only 6 months to complete!

The Waste to Wonders Park was inaugurated on Feb 21, 2019, by the then Home Minister of India, named Rajnath Singh. The very next day, it was opened to the general public. The major objective behind the development of this park was to provide the fillip to the 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyan,' proposed by the Prime Minister (also called Clean-Up India Campaign) while also generating the income from tourism as the waste literally turns into wealth.

7 Waste to Wonder Theme Park facts

Let us discuss some of the 7 waste to wonder theme park facts.

As previously said, the theme park is made up of replicas of the Taj Mahal, Great Pyramid of Giza, Leaning Tower of Pisa, Christ the Redeemer Statue of Rio De Janeiro, Eiffel Tower of Paris, Statue of Liberty of the United States of America, and the Colosseum of Rome.

1. Replica of USA's Statue of Liberty

Waste material used: approx 7-8 tonnes

Height: approx 35 feet

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The pedestal was made out of ancient piles, metal angles and railings that resemble bricks, and vehicle rims were used to make the circular rings. In her left hand, the Roman liberty goddess holds a tablet, which is carved from the metal sheets and MCD bench. In her right hand, she holds a torch made up of the old bike and its chain. And also, her hair is made by using cycle chains.

2. Brazil’s Christ the Redeemer

Waste material used: approx 4-5 tonnes

Height: approx 25 feet

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From benches, the square pipes can be used to make the pedestal. In order to make the lower part of the statue, the dress electric poles have been vertically placed. The moto bike chains can be used to create engine and hair parts for the hands.

3. Replica of Paris Eiffel Tower

Waste material used: approx 40 tonnes

Height: approx 60 feet

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It stands 70 feet tall and is composed of the wrought-iron lattice as well as other automotive trash such as clutch plates, trucks, and C channels. The replica's three levels were built separately and then put together with the help of a crane.

4. Replica of Taj Mahal

Waste material used: approx 30 tonnes

Height: approx: 20 feet

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The Taj Mahal was built from 1600 cycle rings, electric pole pipes, rusty pans, park benches, swings, truck springs, sheets, and other materials. The domes were made out of two pipes, with truck sheets utilised to form an elaborate design, as well as a window and door frame made out of benches.

5. Replica of World’s Largest Amphitheatre Colosseum from Rome

Waste material used: approx 11 tonnes

Height: approx 15 feet

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The Colosseum, the world's biggest stone amphitheatre, was built between 70 and 72 AD by Emperor Vespasian of the Flavian dynasty. Wastes (the wonder of waste), which are used to generate it, are given as metal railings, electric poles, benches, automobile spare parts and more. In addition, the car wheels are used to make arches.

6. Replica of Leaning Tower of Pisa

Waste material used: approx 10.5 tonnes

Height: approx 25 feet

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This one was constructed in the 12th century. This replica is composed of around 211 arches spread out in 8 storeys that have been fabricated from the cycle rim, and the diamond designs in between the arches, which are made from the metal pipes and sheets to look the same as a pillar.

7. Replica of Egypt’s Pyramid of Giza

Waste material used: approx 10-12 tonnes

Height: approx 18 feet

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Do you know that the Great Pyramid of the Giza is given as the oldest of the 7 wonders of the ancient world? About 110 layer structure has been generated with the help of 10,800 feet scrap angles, which weighs about 10-12 tonnes.

Some interesting facts about the park

• In the 5 acres of the land area, this theme park is built, whereas the closest metro station to the park would be the Hazrat Nizamuddin station, which is on the pink line of the Delhi Metro.

• Almost 150 tons of the scrap was used to develop and build the sculptures in this park. Out of 150 tons, 90 were junk automobile and industrial waste parts.

• It is given as an eco-friendly park, which consists of 3 solar trees (worth 5 KW), 3 windmills (worth 1 KW), and a rooftop solar panel of 10 KW. Thus, SDMC has made this specific theme park self-sufficient for running with its renewable energy.

• The 7 waste of wonder ticket price for the children below 3 years of age, the entry fee is free and also for the senior citizen above 65 years of age. Whereas for 3 to 12 years of age, the entry fee is Rs 25 and for the adults, it is Rs 50. Also, entry is free for MCD school students. These are the 7 waste of wonder ticket prices.

• For this park, the seven wonders park Delhi ticket price in the online booking feature is not available. And, the park has a parking facility for those who visit with their conveyance.

So, you've probably heard of the 'Waste of Wonder Delhi Park,' which is made up of a waste-based reproduction of the Seven Wonders of the World.