Achabal Gardens, also referred as ‘the places of the princess’, is a small Mughal Garden located in Achabal, a town in Anantnag district of Kashmir valley. Lies at a distance of 58 km south of Srinagar, this garden is considered as one of the best Mughal Garden in India. It is believed to be built by Mughal Empress Nur Jahan, wife of Emperor Jahangir. Later, the garden was rebuilt on smaller scale by Dogra King Gulab Singh. The most attractive feature of the garden is that it is watered by one of the sacred mountain spring of the neighboring hill. The fountains in water springs of the garden represent a romantic history of the ancient era. Resting at a foot of a Himalayan hill, Achabal Gardens covers an area of 6.20 hectares. Rows of majestic Chinar trees offer captivating views of the garden. The stepped terraces, fountains, waterfalls, sparkling shrubs and flowers add to the beauty of the Garden.
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- 18 Feb 2015
The Mughals, other than conquering and ruling, were obsessed with gardens. It was their favourite pastime. These gardens took cues from the Persian design and architecture, were laid out in rectilinear shapes. They had all an emperor would like to wander around: pools, canals, fountains, flowers and miniature waterfalls. The gardens were carved in different […]
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Kashmir to Ladakh Road Trip Guide: Route, Itinerary & Budget Plan
6–8 Days Journey Duration June – Sept Best Travel Window ~434 km Total Road Distance Khardung La 5,359m Highest Point The Kashmir to Ladakh road trip is the only one in India that will really change the way you see the world. This trip starts in Kashmir’s lush green valleys, which are full of […]
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- 06 Jun 2025
How the Chenab Bridge Is Set to Redefine Tourism in Kashmir
Socio-Economic Impact on Local Communities New Opportunities for Locals The Chenab Bridge isn’t just an engineering marvel—it’s an economic catalyst for the people of Jammu & Kashmir. With improved connectivity, tourism no longer remains concentrated in major hubs like Srinagar or Gulmarg. Instead, rural and semi-urban regions such as Reasi, Ramban, and Katra outskirts are […]
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