This Garden was built by Emepror Shah-Jehan for his beloved wife Nur-Jehan. The
Garden has four terraces and is 539x182 meters and gets
water from Harwan through canal which is lined with
beautiful fountains. The 4th terrace was once reserved
for royal ladies. The Garden blooms with innumerable
varities of flowers in spring and autmn.
How
to Reach:
Shalimar Garden lies in Srinagar District and it is 15
Kms from the Distt Headquarters.
The nearest Airport is approx. 25 Kms away in Badgam Distt.This
Airport is connected with major cities of India. The nearest
Rail Head is at Jammu which is 300 Kms away and from there
National Highway NH1A connects the Kashmir valley with
India. Every sort of transport to suit every budget from
Buses to Taxis ply on this Highway. It Takes around 10
to 12 hours to cross this mountaineous road which crosses
some beautiful spots and the famous Jawahar Tunnel linking
Kashmir Valley with India. Transport is freely available
from anywhere in the City with nominal costs to this beautiful
garden..
Where
to stay:
The Boulevard road is lined with Hotels and Restaurants
suiting every budget. Alternatively you can stay at Houseboats
which is altogether a new experience. the accomodation
is available for every budget. For more information on
tarrifs the Manager and Tourist reception centre can be
contacted at Srinagar. Information bookings and reservations
can also be had from the Offices of JKTDC across the country
from the location nearest o you.
What
to do:
Picnicking in the Garden
Talking long walks in the Garden and enjoying the beauty
Some shopping can be undertaken on the shopping stalls
opposite the garden.
