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  • Timings : 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM
  • Entry Fee : Rs 20/- for Adults & Rs 10/- for Kids
  • Distance from near by city 16.4 KMs From Srinagar
  • Trip duration (including travel in hours)2 - 3 Hours
  • Transportation OptionsSedan - AC (4+1), SUV - AC (7+1), Tempo Traveller - AC (12+1)
  • 8 package starts from ₹ 12800.00
  • Travel Tips None

The Shalimar is the most famous Mughal Garden in Srinagar, Kashmir valley. It is near Dal Lake and is one of the best places to visit in Srinagar. The garden is 31 acres huge. According to the locals, the garden was Emperor Jahangir's favorite place to spend time. 

The Bagh has many tall Chinar trees and bright flowers, making it a peaceful place to visit. A lovely canal runs through the middle of the yard, adding to its beauty.

What is Shalimar Bagh Srinagar famous for?

Arched nooks, or Chini khanas, are famous for being in the Shalimar Bagh. They are found behind garden waterfalls. They are something that only the Bagh has. At night, oil lamps lit up these niches, making the waterfalls look like they were in a fairy tale.

Shalimar Bagh is a Mughal Garden in Srinagar, in Jammu and Kashmir. A creek connects it to the garden to the northeast of Dal Lake. It's also famous as Farah Baksh, Faiz Baksh, and Shalimar Gardens. The Shalimar Bagh is a must-visit during the Kashmir tour package.

How many terraces does Shalimar Bagh Kashmir have?

The garden is also famous as the "garden of love." It has four different beautiful flowers. The biggest Mughal Garden in the Kashmir valley is Shalimar Garden. It is also known as Shalimar Bagh. It is in Srinagar and was built by the Mughal Emperor Jahangir in 1619 for his wife, Empress Nur Jahan.

The structure of Bagh

It was inspired by the Persian "Char Bagh" to make the garden. The Shalimar Bagh is an exciting place to visit in Srinagar. It has three levels, and each one has its purpose. People could go to the outer part of the garden, which is famous as "Diwan-i-Aam." However, the king and his court were only allowed to use the center part, famous as "Diwan-i-Khas."

The best time to visit 

When the weather is nice, May to October is the best time to visit Shalimar Bagh. The exciting light and sound show is also open to guests.

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