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Mughal garden · Srinagar

Chashme Shahi

Three compact terraces surround the spring; locals fill bottles from it.

Photo: KennyOMG / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0

Quick answer

Chashme Shahi, the 'royal spring', is the smallest of Srinagar's Mughal gardens, built in 1632 by Governor Ali Mardan Khan. It's famous for its natural spring and its view over Dal Lake. There's a security check on the approach road because of a nearby paramilitary camp. Pari Mahal is just above it.

Chashme Shahi at a glance

Last checked 29 September 2026
Type
Mughal garden & spring
Where
~7 km from Dal Gate (approx.), on the Zabarwan slope
Time needed
45 minutes
Best time
Evening for sunset views
Entry / ticket
Small entry fee, paid at the gate
Access status
Open
What to expect

What to expect at Chashme Shahi

Three compact terraces surround the spring; locals fill bottles from it.

It's quick to see, about 45 minutes, and the view makes it worth the short climb.

Evening is popular for sunset; the gate may close before the light fades.

Best months

Best in Apr–Jun and Sep–Nov

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Packages

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Indicative from₹21,799per personon twin sharing, deluxe hotels
FAQ

Chashme Shahi questions

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Written by Omar, trip planner in SrinagarChecked on the ground: 29 September 2026 · How we check

It means 'royal spring', after the natural spring at its heart.

Yes, vehicles are checked on the approach road.

About 45 minutes.

Roughly 9–10 am to 5–6 pm; entry may close before sunset.

Locals do; we suggest bottled water to be safe.

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