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The Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden in Srinagar has entered the World Book of Records (London) as Asia's largest such park. The garden is adorned with 1.5 million tulip bulbs from an ensemble of 68 distinct varieties. It is located in the foothills of the Zabarwan mountains and is spread over 30 hectares. The garden was opened in 2007 with the aim of boosting floriculture and tourism in the Kashmir Valley.
The garden is divided into different sections, each of which is dedicated to a particular type of tulip. There are sections for single tulips, double tulips, parrot tulips, and lily-flowered tulips. There are also sections for tulips of different colors, including red, yellow, pink, purple, and white.
The garden is a popular tourist destination, especially during the springtime when the tulips are in bloom. It is also a popular spot for weddings and other special events.
Here are some other facts about the Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden:
▪︎ It is the first tulip garden in India to be certified by the World Book of Records.
▪︎ It is the largest tulip garden in Asia and the third largest in the world.
▪︎ It is home to over 68 varieties of tulips.
▪︎ The garden is open from March to April.
▪︎ The entry fee for the garden is INR 20 for adults and INR 10 for children.
If you are planning a trip to Kashmir, be sure to visit the Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden. It is a truly magical place to experience the beauty of springtime in the Kashmir Valley.
