The Abode of Love • Mughal Garden Paradise
Shalimar Bagh, meaning "Abode of Love," is a Mughal garden located in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. Built by Emperor Jahangir in 1619 for his wife Nur Jahan, it is one of the most beautiful Mughal gardens in India and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The garden is famous for its terraced layout, flowing fountains, and beautiful chinar trees. It was originally called Farah Baksh (the delightful) and later renamed Shalimar Bagh. The garden is designed in the traditional Persian Charbagh style with four levels connected by water channels.
The garden covers an area of 12.4 hectares and features over 400 fountains, beautiful flowerbeds, and ancient chinar trees. It is particularly stunning during spring when flowers are in full bloom and during autumn when the chinar leaves turn golden.
Emperor Jahangir built the garden for his beloved wife Nur Jahan, originally naming it Farah Baksh.
Emperor Shah Jahan expanded the garden and renamed it Shalimar Bagh, adding more terraces and fountains.
Served as a royal retreat and summer residence for Mughal emperors visiting Kashmir.
The garden was maintained and preserved by the British administration.
Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and maintained as a major tourist attraction.
Flowers in full bloom, pleasant weather, and vibrant colors throughout the garden.
Lush greenery, flowing fountains, and cool shade from chinar trees.
Golden chinar leaves, romantic atmosphere, and fewer crowds.
The famous floating paradise with houseboats and shikaras.
Important Muslim shrine on the shores of Dal Lake.
Shalimar Bagh is located on the right bank of Dal Lake in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir.
Address:
Shalimar Bagh, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir 191121, India
Coordinates:
34.1489° N, 74.8667° E
Srinagar Airport (SXR) - 20 km from Shalimar Bagh
Jammu Tawi Station - 300 km from Srinagar
Well connected by bus from major cities
Taxis, auto-rickshaws, and local buses from Dal Lake
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