Tourist Acctration in
Picturesque Pinjore, the ancient
town perched on the foot hills of Shivaliks is famous for the Yadavindra
gardens. It is believed that the Pandavas came here during their exile and the
place came to be known as Panchpura.
Tourist Acctration in Pinjore
- Yadavindra Gardens
Yadavindra Gardens : The famous
garden of Pinjore is the oldest surviving Mughal Gardens in India. It was built
in 17th century by Nawab Fidai Khan, a famous architect and builder, who was
appointed as the Governor of the Punjab by Aurangzeb. He adopted the concept of
descent into the vista of beauty, unlike the famous Shalimar and Nishat gardens
of Kashmir, where one ascends the steps, one terrace after another. The
ornamental waterway in the centre with fine fountains is flanked by the
traditional palm, cypress and magnolia trees and well laid out lawns and flower
beds. After the death of Nawab Fidai Khan, the garden was ignored and
abandoned. Later on, the royalty of Patiala revived the garden. Finally,
Haryana Tourism fully recovered the pristine glory of the garden and re-named
in honour of late Lieut. Gen. Yadavindra Singh, the erstwhile Maharaja of
Patiala. Mango groves, orchards of citrus fruits and litchi are maintained in
the inner gardens. Rang Mahal, Sheesh Mahal and Jal Mahal, the original palaces
over here have also been opened for the tourists. The Budgerigar Motel run by
Haryana Tourism is excellent. There are also facilities of restaurant, bar,
conference hall and Oasis fast food. The Fountain and Light display during evenings
on the weekends, Baisakhi and Mango Mela are a big tourist attraction. The
beautifully illuminated garden, shopping arcade, gift shops etc. are added
attractions for the tourist. Other attractions are a Mini zoo, Japanese Garden
and Bhima Devi Temple.
REACHING THERE
Airport: Chandigarh. Railhead: Kalka
and Chandigarh.
Road : Well connected by road. The Mughal Gardens of Pinjore
lies 22 kms. from Chandigarh on the Ambala-Shimla highway.
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