Nishat garden is the largest one of the Mughal gardens in Kashmir. It is situated on the banks of the picturesque Dal Lake. Also known as “the garden of bliss”, the Nishat gardens have the Zabarwan Mountains forming its backdrop. Asaf Khan, the brother of Nur Jahan, designed the Kashmir Nishat Bagh in 1633 AD. Within the garden are ruins of some of the buildings dating back to the Mughal period. One of them is a double story pavilion enclosed on two sides with latticed windows. There is also a small spring behind the garden, known as Gopi Tirth. It is a source of supply of crystal clear water to the garden.
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Alchi Monastery in Ladakh, Jammu & Kashmir
Alchi monastery, in Alchi village, is the Buddhist monastery situated on the bank of river Indus on the altitude of 3100 mtrs. Alchi is said to be the oldest and most famous monastery in Ladakh. This monastery is maintained and takes cared by the Likir monastery. Alchi village is located on lower Ladakh region. This village has four settlements with monuments dated on the walls. These monuments are said to be “Unique style and workmanship” but Alchi monastery complex is said to best.
Sonamarg in Shrinagar, Jammu & Kashmir
Sonmarg nestled amidst the green valleys and golden meadows of Kashmir is a wonderful tourist destination. Located on the banks of the Indus River, the green valleys of Sonmarg covered by dense woodlands of pine and fir trees is the dream destination of tourists. The name Sonmarg signifies ‘golden road’ and the tourists who take … Read more
Dal Lake in Shrinagar, Jammu & Kashmir
Kashmir Valley is blessed with immense natural beauty and the lakes in the state contribute a lot to its intrinsic beauty. Dal Lake is one of the most favourite tourist destinations in the north Indian State of Jammu & Kashmir. Set amidst the splendid Mother Nature, the Dal Lake has an ecological and socio-economic significance in the lifestyle of Kashmir. The lake has a rich eco-system and the beauty and charm it bears draws a large number of tourists from all over.
Nandini Wildlife Sanctuary in Jammu & Kashmir, Shrinagar
Jammu and Kashmir regarded as the heaven on the earth not only known for its natural environment and scenic beauty, but also for its vast natural and wildlife resources. The state is visited by numerous visitors from many countries of the world to have a look of the natural resource available. Many people from different parts of the world come to visit these parks, wildlife sanctuaries and bird sanctuaries every year. Students, scientists, nature lovers and common tourists come to learn and see the vast reserve of wildlife and forest resource in the state. The state is ho0me to some of the best natural forest reserves and wildlife sanctuaries. Nandini Wildlife Sanctuary is one of them.