to experience the natural splendour of Amrit Udyan, which will be open from 02nd February to 31st March 2024. This opening offers a unique chance to witness the captivating allure of Amrit Udyan.
Udyan Utsav 2024, India’s flowering extravaganza at Amrit Udyan is opening for public on Feb 02nd, 2024 to March 31st, 2024. Spread over a vast expanse of 15 acres, Amrit Udyan has often been portrayed, and deservedly so, as the soul of the Rashtrapati Bhavan. Originally, it included East Lawn, Central Lawn, Long Garden, and Circular Garden. During the term of former Presidents Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam and Shri Ram Nath Kovind, more gardens were developed, namely, Herbal-I, Herbal-II, Tactile Garden, Bonsai Garden, and Arogya Vanam. This edition of Udyan Utsav 2024 will be a landscaping marvel where visitors can witness Tulips, Daffodils, Asiatic Lily, Oriental Lily, and many other rare seasonal flowers in full glory. The key attraction will be the beautiful floral patterns of Tulips and 100+ varieties of Roses.
Further, visitors can spend time in multiple attractions, a specially curated garden for children called Bal Vatika with story of a 225-year-old Sheesham tree, a treehouse, Nature’s classroom, etc. Then there are the Bonsai, Circular Gardens with diverse variety of flora and fauna. There is also a vibrant food court where visitors can have refreshments and witness ongoing exhibitions.
Visitors can visit the gardens from 1000 hrs to 1700 hrs (last entry 1600 hrs). Entry will be from Gate No. 35 of the Rashtrapati Bhavan, near North Avenue. On 4 special days i.e. 22nd February, 23rd February, 1st March, and 5th March, 2024, the Udyan will be open only for special visitations from select diverse groups (mentioned in Booking Instructions). The Gardens will remain closed on all Mondays for maintenance and on Holi on March 25th, 2024 for a Gazetted Holiday. Visitors can also avail the Shuttle Bus service at the Central Secretariat and Rajiv Chowk Metro Stations.
POINTS OF ATTRACTION
1. Sheesham (Dalbergia sissoo): A tree over 200 years old
2. Herbal Garden: Herbal, aromatic & medicinal plants
3. Bonsai Garden: Decades-old Bonsais
4. Musical Fountain
5. East Lawn: Tulips, Dahlia, Freesia, Hyacinths, Marigolds and Pansies
6. Central Lawn: Floral Carpet and 120 celebrated varieties of Rose
7. Long Garden: Vertical Gardens, Chhoti Narangi, and Hanging Baskets
8. Circular Garden: Stocks and Fragrant Climbers
9. Food Court
Visitors must carry their visitor pass along with a government ID proof.
1. Mobile phones are allowed during the visit to the Gardens.
2. Visitors are allowed to carry wallets, purses, handbags, water, and milk bottles for babies.
3. Eatables / Paan/ Gutka/ Cigarettes/ Backpacks/ Cameras/ Video Cameras are not allowed inside the Gardens.
4. Carrying arms and ammunition is strictly prohibited.
5. All guidelines, including those related to security, displayed/announced at the Entry Gate No. 35 is applicable to all visitors regardless of the mode of booking.
Dates: Open from the 02nd of February to the 31st of March, 2024
Timings: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm (Last entry at 4:00 pm)
Closed on Mondays
Note: Entry to Amrit Udyan for visit is through Gate No.35 (North Avenue Road) of Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Book your visit at https://visit.rashtrapatibhavan.gov.in/