Walking through Srinagar last month, we stumbled upon the Botanical Garden of Kashmir and honestly wished we had found it sooner. Most people hurry to Dal Lake and forget about this place, though it's really quite cool.
The garden isn't huge, but it's filled with local plants and flowers you won’t find anywhere else. We enjoyed strolling around and seeing different herbs used by locals for medicine. Plus, it's super quiet - no crowds pushing you around like at other spots.
Best time to go? Spring, hands down. The flowers are crazy beautiful then. Our last group got some amazing photos there. Even if you're not a plant person, it's just nice to chill here for a bit.
The entry fee is nothing, and you can easily spend an hour or two there. When we're showing people the best places to visit in Kashmir, this garden always makes the list because it gives you a break from all the touristy chaos.
That's exactly why we include spots like this in our Kashmir tour packages - they show you the real side of the valley that most people miss.
