Nishat
Bagh
Queen
Nur-Jehan's brother Asif Khan laid the Garden in 1633 AD. It
is situated on the banks of world famous Dal-Lake in the backdrop
of Zabarwan hills . This garden commands magnificient view of
the lake.The Garden is Terraced with beautiful water channel
flowing right in the middle.
Nishat Bagh lies in Srinagar District and it is 11 Kms from
the Distt Headquarters. The nearest Airport is approx. 25 Kms
away in Badgam Distt. 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.
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.
Lots
of recreational activities are on the offer :
Shikara
riding can be undertaken to Nehru Park from the Garden.
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.
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