Asia’s largest Tulip garden, located on the foothills of Zabarwan hills here, is all set to welcome visitors from March 19.
The garden, situated at an altitude of 5,600 feet, will showcase over 16 lakh tulips of different varieties, along with hyacinths, daffodils and ranunculus, the officials said.
Director of Floriculture, Farooq Ahmad Rather, has requested visitors to book their tickets online in advance for the grand opening ceremony on March 19.
An official stated that approximately 360,000 people visited the garden in the past, and the department is optimistic about surpassing that record this year.
Rather urged visitors to avoid carrying and throwing plastic inside the garden, and to refrain from carrying any eatables with them.
“The Tulip Garden has earned worldwide recognition and was honoured as the world’s second-best garden in 2015”, he said adding “this is your own Garden, we welcome and invite you with open arms and with a big heart, but please have courtesy while you enjoy the beauty of the garden.
“A grand opening ceremony will be taking place on March 19 (2023) and those intending to visit should book their tickets online in advance”, he said.
Several other officials expressed their excitement over the opening of the picturesque garden and expected it will further boost the tourism industry in the Valley.
“With the Tulip Garden opening its doors a week later, the visitors will have a chance to witness the breathtaking beauty of the flowers and the stunning landscape that surrounds them,” an official said.
“The Tulip Garden in Srinagar is a most sought after destination for tourists and locals alike, and with proper precautions in place, visitors can enjoy the beauty of the garden while ensuring its preservation for future generations” another official said.
