Noida - Cityscape and Chief Attractions

chillibreeze writer — Prateek Tandon

Noida. Ghaziabad. Gurgaon.Greater Noida. These are major cities near the Capital of India. Most of the development in these areas is an offshoot of the development in New Delhi. Together they are termed the NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION (NCR). They are perhaps some of the most happening cities in North India as of now. But as far as living in these cities is concerned, you surely can’t go unprepared to start your life there. Here are some of tips that will will provide a great “starting point” for anyone lloking to relocate to Noida.

Noida

Noida, the short form for New Okhla Industrial Development Authority, is getting popular globally as an outsourcing hub for many MNCs. Located in Uttar Pradesh, in North India, Noida just 10 kms from New Delhi. It is one of the fastest developing cities of India.

As far as landmarks is concerned there are a number of important destinations in Noida including the software technology park, Film City, Malls, and a golf course. The city has good hotels and resorts. But for starting your living in this city you will have to dip into your pocket a little deeper. The real estate rates here are high and the distances are much.

Noida – Cityscape

To help in the decision, it is important to understand the basic city layout. The city is divided into sectors. Currently it has around 130 sectors. Of these the sectors from 20 to 62 are the main residential hub of Noida. They offer several apartments, individual houses, and housing societies at different rates. These sectors are also well connected to the rest of the NCR by bus. Construction of the Metro is also almost completed in these areas, which adds to the convenience of the people in Noida.

Land rates in these areas vary a great deal. It ranges from Rs. 4000 to even 20,000 per sq ft. to even low as Rs. 400 to 500 per sq.ft. as in setor 22. Similarly flat rates vary from Rs. 3000 to 7000 per sq. ft. with sector 62 being the costliest and the societies in sec 37 & 26 being the least expensive.

The 12 to 19 belt is the main corporate hub of Noida. It has markets, malls, and several offices of major companies. Thus these areas have high land rates. These areas are recommended for buying & selling properties for business works but not for accommodation.

Connectivity

The really advantageous thing about the city is that it has good wide roads and is very well connected to the neighboring areas like Delhi, Greater Noida, Gurgaon, Ghaziabad etc. by an excellent service of bus and auto. The Delhi Noida Direct (DND) Flyway, a world class toll bridge connecting Noida to Delhi, drastically cuts down distances, traffic jams and pollution. The average travel time from Noida to Delhi through this bridge is 8 minutes, which would otherwise have been about 40 minutes. An expressway from Delhi to Greater Noida goes through Noida and connects Noida to both the cities.

By mid 2009 the Delhi metro will also be inaugurated. This will connect Noida to the main places of Delhi besides interconnecting various places within Noida itself.

Besides, the Agra express highway is also proposed to be constructed on the east bank of Yamuna. The main objective of this highway is to reduce the load on National Highway No. 2, to develop industrial and commercial centres near the east bank of Yamuna and to reduce travel time. This highway will be connecting Greater Noida with Dankaur, Javer, Tappal, Jatari, Naujheel and Mathura.

Noida also has a large sports stadium, which is being upgraded currently to host the 2010 Commonwealth Games.

Places of Interest in Noida

Film City - UMA is situated in the middle of the Film City, which has all the required infrastructure for the making of films. This wonderful pollution free 100 acre ambience offers lush green landscapes, lakes, ponds, swimming pools, golf clubs and bewitching gardens. Situated right on the footsteps of the corridors of power to the capital of India, it has the integrated advantage of creating and choosing the right kind of backdrop required for outdoor shooting.
Wave Multiplex - The multiplex theatre with 5 halls playing the latest Bollywood, Hollywood films. Yes, we are talking about none other than the Wave Cinema Hall. It offers a complete range of cinema theaters with a variety of choice and time-slots so as to attract a family with teenagers and adults watching films of their choice simultaneously under one roof.
Appughar - The key attraction to the Noida amusement park is the theme and water parks, malls, hotel, discotheques and multi-cuisine restaurants. The parks is segmented for children, teen and family with every section offering rides that is the characteristic of that segment. While only the first phase of the park is completed with the theme and water parks, the rest will be completed by the end of this year.
Noida Park is at the border of U.P. and Delhi and is a lovely green area, with landscaped lawns and fountains that are lit up at night. The children's park is a major attraction here.
Noida Golf Course in Sector 37 is one of the better-known golf courses of India. It is an 18-hole course, with a large lake at the 7th hole; It was also the site of the historic battle of Delhi.
Akshardham Temple is across the border of Delhi but just 2-3 km from Noida. Built only a few years ago, this Swaminarayan temple complex draws thousands of devotees and tourists each day.
Delhi Darshan can easily be done from Noida since Connaught Place is only 14km away. You can go to the city centre and book a guided tour to see the capital's highlights.
Zoological Gardens or the Delhi Zoo is just about 8km from Noida, and is a place worth visiting.
Pragati Maidan is the hub of Delhi where all the International Trade fairs and exhibitions are held; it is just 5-6 km from Noida.

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