Pari Mahal,Jammu and Kashmir,India

Pari Mahal, which is also known as ‘The Abode of Fairies’ depicts a wonderful garden. It is pinpointed at the top of Zabarwan Mountain. It is the monument which is just located at five minutes’ drive from Chashmasahi which is the smallest Mughal Mahal.

Inside the Mahal, there is an ancient Buddhist monastery and now has been converted into a school of astrology. This Mahal is built around a small spring and has a lot of dynamic, colorful flowers. It gets illuminated at night time and can be seen from almost every part of Srinagar.

Pari Mahal’s architecture comprises of a huge collection of flowers and also includes a small spring which is very beautiful. This property looks immensely beautiful when lightened with dim lights all around. Also, you can enjoy the view of the almost whole of the Srinagar from this Mahal. This is one of the best places to visit in Srinagar with remains of the historical monuments still present there.

Pari Mahal, out of all places is a royal observatory and holds a special significance for tourists.

This beautifully landscaped garden covers a sprawling area that is 122 metres in length and 62.5 metres in width. It comprises six terraces, which have separate water tanks that are filled through underground pipes. The verdant and well-manicured lawn with colorful flowers and fruit trees adds to the overall appeal of this green space. A water spring also forms a part of this beautiful garden.

You can visit the PariMahal from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm but the last entry ends around 4:30 pm. Be careful not to go on Fridays as the garden is closed on that day.

How to Reach

By Air

Srinagar domestic airport (Sheikh ul Alam Airport) is well connected to the airports of all major cities in India.

By Bus

Srinagar is well connected to cities like Jammu, Delhi and Chandigarh. You can take JKSRTC deluxe buses to travel to and from the city.

By Train

There are no operational railway stations in Srinagar. Jammu is the nearest railway station, at a distance of 290 kilometres. Jammu railway station is well connected to the Indian railways network. 

By Road/Self Drive

Srinagar is accessible via road through the Srinagar-Leh highway only during early May to mid-November and through the Manali-Leh highway from April to June. The drive to Srinagar is famous for its enchanting views and the strategic importance it holds for being close to the Line of Control (LOC).

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