Pari Mahalपरी महल
A ruined Sufi school and garden with a big view of Dal.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereSrinagar, Jammu & Kashmir
Srinagar and central Kashmir
Srinagar and central Kashmir
Kind of placeMonuments & Heritage, Palaces & Havelis
Best time to visit1 April to 31 May and 10 October to 10 November
Good seasonsMonsoon (June to September), Post-monsoon (October to November), Winter (December to February), Summer (March to May)
DifficultyEasy
Height1750 m above sea level
Time needed1 hr
Base and nearbySrinagar, Srinagar
EntryEntry ticket
About Pari Mahal
A seven terraced garden with the ruins of a Sufi school, built by Dara Shikoh in the 17th century, high on the Zabarwan hills. From here you see the full sweep of Dal Lake and the old city, and it is a good place for sunset. The terraces are lit up in the evening.
What to see and do
- Seven terraces and arched walls
- Dara Shikoh era ruins
- Panorama of Dal Lake
- Sunset views
- Lit up in the evening
Part of The Himalaya.
Opening status, best time and closures here are estimates from usual seasons and past patterns, not live information. Confirm with the local authority before you go. Terms of use
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