About CR Park, New Delhi

Established in the early 1960s, CR Park or Chittaranjan Park (formerly EPDP Colony or East Pakistan Displaced Persons Colony) is the outpost of Bengali culture in the national capital. This affluent neighborhood in South Delhi has emerged as one of the posh localities owing to the sky-rocketing property prices. It is deemed as a mini replica of Kolkata and houses Bengali food stalls, fish markets, temples, and cultural sites. CR Park is also located close to many prime localities in South Delhi such as Greater Kailash, Nehru Place, and Kalkaji. With the airport and closest railway station being located within 15 km, hotels in CR Park are the most preferred accommodation choices for local and international tourists.

Shopping and Dining in and around CR Park

The neighborhood is known for its local markets which are known by numbers, namely Market 1, 2, 3, and 4. Offering everything from authentic Bengali food and fish to grocery items and sweets, these are among the best places to shop in CR Park. Greater Kailash M Block Market (3 km), Alaknanda Market (2.4 km) and NFC Market (5 km)are other must-visit hubs for shopaholics staying at hotels in CR Park, New Delhi. Some of the popular shopping malls in New Delhi such as DLF Place Mall, Southern Park Mall, MGF Metropolitan Mall Saket, and Select City Walk Mall are located within 5 km of the locality.

While staying at New Delhi hotels in CR Park, you cannot miss out on trying Bengali dishes. Kolkata Biryani House, Maa Tara, Amar Shonar Bangla, Madly Bangalee, and Aami Bangali are among the best Bengali restaurants in CR Park. The markets here are lined with Bengali street food joints where you can try Kathi Rolls, Puchkas, Ghugnees, Chur Mur and more. Raju Puchka Stall, Ghugnee Wala, Dadu Cutlet Shop, and Kolkata Kathi Rolls Stall are a few must-visit street food eateries. Many pubs and bars in Greater Kailash including Side Car, PDA, The Finch, and Street 9 bar and Lounge are within 2 km radius of the locality.

Places to Visit in and around CR Park

Chittaranjan Park Kali Mandir, a temple cum Bengali cultural center, is the main attraction in the locality. Other places to visit in and around CR Park include Aastha Kunj Park (2 km), Shri Kalkaji Temple (2.5 km), Lotus Temple (2.5 km), ISKCON Temple (3 km), Ashokan Rock Edict (4.6 km), and Tughlaqabad Fort (3.5 km). Many tourist attractions in Delhi can also be easily accessed from CR Park hotels, including Qutub Minar (8 km), Humayun’s Tomb (8 km), Purana Qila (10 km), Lodhi Gardens (11 km), India Gate (12 km), Akshardham Temple (13 km), and Red Fort (16 km).

How to Reach CR Park

Indira Gandhi International Airport is located 15 km away from CR Park while New Delhi Railway Station (15 km) and Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station (10 km) are the nearest railheads. You can reach your hotels in CR Park from these transportation hubs using buses, taxis or pre-booked cabs. The nearest metro stations to the locality are Nehru Enclave (1.7 km), Nehru Place (2 km) and Greater Kailash (2.5 km). City buses operated by Delhi Transport Corporation ply between CR Park and many major localities in Delhi.

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