In Jammu and Kashmir around 2.5 lakh blooming tulips are attracting tourists at the picturesque Sanasar garden on 40 kanals of land nestled amid the lush green meadows of Ramban district in Jammu division.
The Tulip Garden at Sanasar has been thrown open for the public marking the beginning of new tourist season. This year, 25 varieties of tulips have been planted at Sanasar Garden, and a rose garden to attract more tourists in all seasons is also proposed at the location. Jammu and Kashmir is endowed with unparalleled beauty and natural landscapes which have huge potential for tourism.
A project was sanctioned last year
by the Government to develop the largest Tulip Garden of Jammu division that is spread over 40 kanal land. However, the Golf Course shall also be redeveloped by the Patnitop Development Authority to start with golfing activities at Sanasar along with other additional development activities for overall upgradation of this scenic tourist spot.
The UT administration, as a “Tourism Mission” initiative, is developing 75 new destinations, 75 Sufi/religious sites, 75 new cultural, heritage sites and 75 new tracks to open up new economic avenues for fulfilling the aspirations of the people.