Asia's largest Tulip garden, located in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India is poised to welcome visitors on Saturday, showcasing nearly 1.7 million tulips boasting 73 varieties.
Sheikh Fayaz, the Commissioner Secretary of Floriculture, disclosed that approximately 1.7 million tulips, with around 73 varieties, will bloom in the Tulip garden this year. He affirmed that the garden will open its gates to the public on March 23, expecting a significant influx of visitors from around the world.
Last year witnessed a record number of tourists visiting the garden, resulting in the department receiving an award from the World Book of Records for the record number of tourists and tulip varieties.
"We have introduced five new varieties this year, increasing the total number of tulip varieties to 73. These additions will offer an enchanting experience to the visitors, enhancing the beauty of the splendid garden," Fayaz said.
He further added that groundwork for the upcoming season, during which 1.7 million tulips are set to bloom, has been completed.
The department is committed to making the Tulip Garden more attractive to tourists from all over the world.
The garden is located on the foothills of the Zabarwan mountain range and is very important for the local economy, as the majority of people living around these tourist places are directly or indirectly connected with tourism.
Fayaz emphasised that the Tulip Garden recently included in the World Book of Records, is a source of pride for the Floriculture department and has significantly boosted the tourism sector in Jammu and Kashmir.
"We anticipate a substantial increase in tourist arrivals at the Tulip Garden this year compared to last year, and preparations are underway," he concluded.
Meanwhile, people associated with the tourism industry are also expecting a good number of domestic and international tourists as the garden remains open for one month after which, the entire 1.7 million flowers will be auctioned by the Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Department.
Director Floriculture Kashmir, Farooq Ahmad Rather, stressed the department's commitment to ensuring children's safety in parks by closely monitoring equipment and promptly replacing any damaged items.
He directed officers to maintain vigilance to prevent any untoward incidents.
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