Amrit Udyan History: know how Mughal Garden was renamed Amrit Udyan
The Mughal Garden located in Rashtrapati Bhavan is now known as Amrit Udyan. Under the Amrit Mahotsav, this garden has been renamed as Amrit Udyan. Where many rare varieties of tulips and roses are present, which are black, blue, and green, etc. This garden has a main garden, a terrace garden, a long garden or curtain garden, and a circular garden. But many people like you must be wondering what is history of Amrit Udyan . When was it built? How many acres is it built on? We are trying to answer all such questions through this news.
Along with tulips, many varieties of roses are also present in Amrit Garden. Due to which it is considered one of the best gardens in the world. The garden opens for the general public The garden opens for the general public between February and March, where one can see beautiful flowers.
What is the history of Mughal Garden?
The history of this garden, which spreads over 15 acres, dates back to much before independence. The beauty of the garden is such that it is even called the ‘soul’ of Rashtrapati Bhavan. According to the website of Rashtrapati Bhavan, this Mughal Garden is inspired by the Mughal Gardens of Jammu and Kashmir, the gardens around the Taj Mahal, and miniature paintings of India and Persia. This garden was also designed by the same British architect who had the responsibility of designing the whole of Delhi. Sir Edwin Lutyens. The entire area of Central Delhi is still called Lutyens Delhi.
Even during the Mughal Empire, Delhi was the capital. Mughal rulers built many gardens in Delhi and other cities. The first Mughal ruler, Babur, started building gardens. Akbar built many gardens in Delhi during his tenure. Today’s Mughal Garden can be called a glimpse of the beauty created by the Mughal rulers. Because Sir Lutyens was also inspired by the designs of the Mughals.
Sir Edwin Lutyens designed the Amrit Udyan (Mughal Garden) in the year 1917. However, planting was done in the garden in 1928-1929. Which means that the history of Amrit Udyan is 95 years old.
Special things about Amrit Udyan:
- There are 159 varieties of roses in the garden, which bloom in the months of February-March.
- Roses are named after famous people. These include Mother Teresa, Raja Ram Mohan Roy, Mr. Lincoln, John F. Kennedy, Jawahar, etc.
- Apart from roses, tulips, lilies, daffodils, hyacinths, and other seasonal flowers enhance the beauty of the garden.
- There are about 50 varieties of trees, bushes, and creepers in the garden. These include the Maulshree tree, the Golden Rain Tree, the Torch Tree, and many others.
Every president of the country has made an invaluable contribution to the development of Rashtrapati Bhavan. Similarly, President APJ Abdul Kalam made a significant contribution to the herbal garden, tactile garden, musical garden, bio-fuel park, spiritual and nutrition garden, etc.
Amrit Udyan will open from this day
Amrit Udyan will remain open on February 2. The ‘Amrit Garden’ of Rashtrapati Bhavan will remain open till March 30. The opening time of the garden will be from 10 am to 6 pm. Tourists will enter the garden from Gate No. 35 of Rashtrapati Bhavan near North Avenue Road.
In addition, bus services have also been arranged for all tourists from Central Secretariat Metro Station. These buses will run every 30 minutes from 9:30 am to 6 pm. To enter the Amrit Garden, you can book tickets online by visiting visit.rashtrapatibhavan.gov.in, or you can also buy tickets from the counter there.
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