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Statewise GK · Q660

Jammu And Kashmir And Ladakh GK

Competitive Exams · Statewise GK · question 660

Q660

Which is the Gateway of the famous Wildlife Sanctuary of Dachigam?

A.
Harwan Garden
Answer
B.
Shalimar Bagh
C.
Nishant Bagh
D.
None of the above

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Harwan Garden is a picturesque natural garden, extensive picnic spot, situated at a distance of 15 km from Srinagar. A channel from neighboring dam (Dachigam Nallah) passes through the middle of the garden flanked by age old Chinar tree on one side. The garden has neat and clean concrete pathway with arched gates. There are climbing roses that adorn the arched gates and eventually enhanced the beauty of the garden. The attractive flower beds all around the garden can captivate the soul of the visitors.
Harwan Gardens is considered as the gateway to the Dachigam Wildlife Sanctuary. It also serves as the base point for undertaking a trek to adjacent Mahadev Mountain.