Famous Gardens of India: History and Culture

A journey through five iconic landscapes

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Shalimar Bagh

Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir

Terraced Mughal garden with flowing water channels and lush greenery

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Built by Emperor Jahangir in 1619 for his wife Nur Jahan
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Features three terraced lawns with cascading fountains
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Inspired by Persian garden designs with symmetry and water

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Brindavan Gardens

Mysore, Karnataka

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Located below the Krishnarajasagara Dam
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Famous for its musical fountains and illuminated evenings
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Spread over 60 acres with vibrant flowerbeds

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Designed in 1932 by Sir Mirza Ismail
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Attracts over 2 million visitors annually
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Hosts the annual Mysore Dasara festival celebrations

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Rock Garden

Chandigarh, Punjab

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Created by Nek Chand Saini in 1957 using recycled materials
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Spans 40 acres with sculptures, waterfalls, and interlinked courtyards
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Recognized as one of the world’s largest folk art gardens
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Features over 5,000 sculptures made from industrial and home waste

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Hanging Gardens

Mumbai, Maharashtra

Terraced garden on Malabar Hill with animal-shaped topiaries and city views

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Built in 1881 on a water reservoir
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Named for its location on the slope of Malabar Hill
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Offers panoramic views of the Arabian Sea and Chowpatty Beach

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Lalbagh Botanical Garden

Bengaluru, Karnataka

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Commissioned by Haider Ali in 1760 and completed by Tipu Sultan
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Home to over 1,800 species of plants
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Features a iconic glass house modeled after London’s Crystal Palace

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Spread over 240 acres in the heart of Bengaluru
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Hosts annual flower shows attracting thousands of visitors
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Recognized as a center for botanical research and conservation

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India’s Gardening Heritage

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From Mughal paradises to modern folk art, gardens reflect India’s diverse culture • These spaces preserve history, promote biodiversity, and inspire creativity • A testament to the harmony between nature, art, and human ingenuity

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