Pari Mahal: Kashmir’s Enchanting Palace Of Fairies

Picture yourself walking through 7 levels of colourful flowers and fruit trees. As you walk, You can see all of Srinagar and the shimmering Dal Lake below. Isn’t like being on top of the world?

Pari Mahal is an architectural marvel built long ago by the Mughals, who were famous for making amazing gardens. Today, the government owns this place. If you ever visit Srinagar, you absolutely must see Pari Mahal to feel like you’re in a fairy tale as this palace offers a unique blend of history and beauty that will surely leave you spellbound!

History Of Pari Mahal Srinagar Kashmir

• Prince Dara Shikoh used the Pari Mahal as his library, and spiritual centre during his stays in 1640, 1645, and 1654. The palace was also dedicated to his teacher, Mulla Shah, who taught the prince astronomy and astrology there. Its unique location and height made it an ideal observatory.
• Tragically, some believe Pari Mahal is where Dara Shikoh was killed by his younger brother Aurangzeb during their struggle for the Mughal throne.
• The History of Pari Mahal took another turn after India’s independence in 1947 when it became the property of the Jammu and Kashmir Government. Today, it serves as a high-altitude camp for Indian paramilitary forces, while also remaining as a must-see tourist attraction for visitors.
• Pari Mahal is just a short drive from the famous Cheshma Shahi Gardens — another gift from Shah Jahan to his eldest son.