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Kashmir's Almond Blossom Festival Opens, Tulip Garden Set for Record Bloom

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah inaugurated the annual Almond Blossom Festival at Badamwari Garden in Srinagar, marking the start of the tourist season. He announced the Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden will open to the public on March 16, featuring a record 18 lakh tulips across more than 70 varieties. The Floriculture Department has introduced online ticket booking to facilitate visitors and has enhanced garden facilities. The garden showcases a diverse floral display including daffodils, hyacinths, and roses alongside the iconic tulips.

Key Points: Kashmir Almond Blossom Festival Inaugurated, Tulip Garden Opens March 16

  • Almond Blossom Festival inaugurated in Srinagar
  • Tulip Garden opens March 16 with 18 lakh flowers
  • Online ticket booking introduced for tourists
  • Over 70 tulip varieties on display this season
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"Hope large number of people will come and enjoy beauty of Kashmir": Omar Abdullah inaugurates Almond Blossom Festival

J&K CM Omar Abdullah inaugurates Almond Blossom Festival, announces Tulip Garden opening with 18 lakh flowers. Online ticketing available.

"We hope that a large number of people will come and enjoy the beauty of Kashmir. - Omar Abdullah"

Srinagar, March 14

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah inaugurated the annual Almond Blossom Festival at the historic Badamwari Garden in Srinagar on Saturday.

Highlighting the valley's natural heritage, the Chief Minister invited visitors to witness the early spring bloom and announced that the famous Tulip Garden is set to open its gates to the public on March 16.

"I would like to thank the department for decorating Badamwari so well. I hope people will come here and take advantage of it. We are awaiting our tourist season. Today, this program took place in Badamwari, and the day after tomorrow (March 16), the Tulip Garden will be inaugurated. With this, the summer tourist season begins here. We hope that a large number of people will come and enjoy the beauty of Kashmir."

Director of Floriculture Kashmir, Mathoora Masoom, had said on Wednesday that the Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden is ready to welcome visitors with a record-breaking floral display.

The Jammu and Kashmir administration has also introduced online ticket booking facilities for the upcoming tulip season, making it easier for tourists and local visitors to plan their visit.

"The Tulip Garden will be opened to the public from March 16th. The Chief Minister will inaugurate it. Like every year, we have made efforts to improve the garden. This time we have planted 18 lakh tulips. More than 70 varieties have been planted. The facility of purchasing tickets through the online medium is also being started. We are trying to provide all kinds of facilities to the people. People will be encouraged to come, enjoy and maintain a clean environment in the garden. We hope that their experience will be beautiful and better," Masoom told ANI.

Affectionately known for its breathtaking vistas, the Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden boasts not only a splendid array of tulips but also provides sanctuary to an array of other flower species.

Daffodils, Hyacinths, Roses, Ranunculi, Muscaria, and Iris blooms flourish alongside the iconic tulips, creating a mesmerising tapestry of colours and fragrances that captivates visitors.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good to see efforts to boost tourism. Kashmir's beauty is unmatched. However, I hope the administration also focuses on ensuring the facilities for tourists are top-notch and that the local economy truly benefits from this influx. Wishing them a successful season.
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Aman W
18 lakh tulips! That's incredible. The pictures from last year were stunning. Kashmir in spring is a dream. Hope the security situation remains peaceful so everyone can enjoy without worry. J&K tourism is doing a good job with these initiatives.
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Sarah B
Visiting the Tulip Garden is on my bucket list. The online booking is very convenient for us planning from abroad. The diversity of flowers mentioned – daffodils, hyacinths – sounds magical. Can't wait to experience it!
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Vikram M
As a Kashmiri, it's heartening to see our gardens and festivals being promoted. Badamwari holds so much history. I invite all my fellow Indians to come, see our beautiful valley, and support the local artisans and businesses. You will be welcomed with open arms.
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Karthik V
While the festival is a positive step, I sincerely hope the tourist experience is smooth. Sometimes the basic infrastructure – roads, clean public toilets – isn't up to the mark. The focus should be on a holistic good experience, not just the flowers. Respectfully pointing this out.
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