The tulip festival in Kashmir is said to be the most mesmerizing festival in India. It celebrates the blooming season of the beautiful Tulips. Nested in the foothills of Zabarwan Range, Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden adds to the natural beauty of Shrinagar. It is said to be the largest tulip garden in Asia situated near the stunning view of the Dal Lake.
The seven terraced garden was created with the purpose to encourage tourism and floriculture in Kashmir. Once known as the Model Floriculture Center, Tulip Garden of Srinagar is a home to varied species of flowers.You can also see flowers like daffodils, hyacinths, and ranunculus etc. However, Tulips cover the major area of the space. A walk through these sweet-smelling flower beds will make you stay here for long.
What’s special in Tulip Festival of 2018?
There are some combined attractions in the Tulip Festival of 2018. Nature has offered the garden with more species of flowers this year. Moreover, visitors can avail the benefits of surplus facilities like free Wi-Fi, more fountains, washrooms (separate for the specially-abled persons) and drinking points.
More green spaces are included in the garden area keeping in mind the comforts of the tourists. Extra plants like daffodils, hyacinths, narcissus and other ornamental plants are planted to ornate the area. Water channel running through the terraces will add charm to the garden.
Visitors will now be able to buy souvenirs and savor Kashmiri dishes from outside the garden area. This will be possible because of the decorated stalls and kiosks exhibiting cuisine and handicrafts of Kashmir.