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Chashme Shahi, Srinagar
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Chashme Shahi Garden is situated at the foothills of Zabarwan Mountains in Srinagar. Chashme Shahi or Chashma i Shahi, also called Chashma Shahi, is one of the Mughal gardens built in 1632 AD around a spring by Ali Mardan Khan, a governor of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan as per the order of the Emperor, as a gift for his elder son Prince Dara Shikoh. The highlight of Chashme Shahi Garden is its natural spring of freshwater, which has mineral content. There are three terraced formations in the garden, which are carpeted with lush greenery and dotted with colourful flowers. Several fountains and waterfalls adorn the verdant landscape of this garden. It is lined with numerous trees of Chinar and different fruits, which add to its picturesque charm. It opens on 09:00 am – 07:00 pm ( all days, except Friday).
