Nishat Bagh, a 17th-century Mughal garden, is a serene oasis in Srinagar, known for its symmetrical layout and stunning views of the Zabarwan Mountains.
Currency
INR (₹)
Best time to visit
April to October
Languages
Urdu · Kashmiri · Hindi
Coordinates
34.058°, 74.806°
Key facts
1Nishat Bagh is the largest Mughal garden in the Kashmir Valley
2It is built on the banks of Dal Lake and has 12 terraces, representing the 12 signs of the zodiac
3The garden is home to a variety of flowers, including tulips, which bloom in spring
Timeline
1632: Nishat Bagh was commissioned by Nur Jahan, the wife of Mughal emperor Jahangir
1780: The garden was damaged by an earthquake but later restored
1947: After India's independence, the garden came under Indian administration
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Nishat Bagh's weather can be unpredictable, with sudden showers.