New Delhi, Oct. 17 -- The Noida Authority is targeting December 15 for the opening of its Japanese Park in Sector 94, a nine-acre recreational space being developed near the Okhla Bird Sanctuary Metro station at an estimated cost of Rs.14 crore.

The park is being designed to showcase aspects of Japanese culture associated with nature, peace and spirituality. Planned attractions include themed gardens, a dragon-shaped swing, waterfalls, small bridges and Japanese gazebos.

"The project is in its final stages and we aim to open it to the public by December end," said Anand Mohan Singh, deputy general manager (horticulture) at Noida Authority told Hindustan Times.

The initial plan was to open the park by the end of October, but the project...