Kashmir Launches Valley’s First Chrysanthemum Theme Garden

On March 25, 2025, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah inaugurated the Chrysanthemum Theme Garden (Bagh-e-Gul-e-Dawood) in Srinagar, providing a new autumn tourist destination akin to the famed Tulip Garden.

• Location and Spread:
  • Situated at the botanical garden near the Tulip Garden.
  • Spread over five hectares at the foothills of the Zabarwan forest range.
• Floral Significance:
  • Houses various Chrysanthemum varieties, also known as Bagh-e-Gul-e-Dawood.
  • Chrysanthemum is believed to have been introduced from China centuries ago.
  • Once used as a culinary herb for teas, it is now expected to become a popular autumn attraction.
• Tourism and Cultural Impact:
  The garden enhances Kashmir’s floral tourism portfolio, offering visitors a seasonal spectacle and promoting horticultural heritage in the region.

Source: HT