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Shalimar Bagh,located to the northeast of the Dal Lake.

Shalimar Bagh is located to the northeast of the Dal Lake. It was built by Shah Jahan, Mughal emperor for his beloved wife 1619. The garden has a splendid Mughal architecture. The layout has is a fine specimen of elaborate architecture. On the first terrace, lies the public garden which is also known as “Diwan-e-Aam”. The second terrace called Diwan-e-Khas is open for the guests and visitors. A total of 410 fountains are located in both the Diwan-e-khas and Diwan-e-Aam. The gushing water of the fountains presents an amazing sight. The Shalimar bagh has stunning arches which are also known as Chini khanas.

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