The Garden of Dreams is located in the middle of the Kathmandu city, Nepal. Garden of Dreams, Kathmandu is a neoclassical garden with a rich history. The place is considered to be peaceful covered with natural beauty amidst the crowded Kathmandu city. You can visit this place. If you want to take some time out from your busy and hectic schedule. Work life for obtaining inner peace. The Garden of Dreams is a major tourist point of interest. A huge number of people visit this amazing place every day. The Garden of Dreams is also known as Swapna Bagicha and is made up of renowned enclaves and pavilions.
History of Garden of Dreams
Garden of Dreams is in Kaiser Mahal. Which is across the street of the former Royal Palace of Nepal at the entrance of Thamel tourist area. The garden was made famous as the Garden of Six Season. Which was created for Field Marshal Kaiser Sumsher Rana in early 1920s. The Garden features a design inspired by the Edwardian style. Which was considered as one of the most sophisticated private gardens of that time. Garden of Dreams was designed by landscape architect Kishore Narshingh. Who was also the designer of Singha Durbar and architect to Shumsher’s father. He also supervised the construction of the whole garden.
The Garden was built with pavilions, fountain, decorative garden furniture and European-inspired features like verandas, pergolas, balustrades, urns, and birdhouse. The each of the six pavilion of Garden which gives. The architectural framework to the Garden is dedicated to one of the six seasons in Nepal. Which are Basanta (spring), Grishma (summer), Barkha (monsoon), Sharad (early autumn), Hemanta (late autumn) and Shishir (winter). Garden of Dream was handed to the Government of Nepal, after the death of Kiser Sumsher. But, the government didn’t take care of the garden until the Austrian government supported to rebuild it. Now, only the half of the original garden remains.
Why is the Garden of Dream Special?
Kathmandu is the center of Nepal where all the facilities and infrastructures have been centralized. Which has caused the place with the highest population. You might want to take time to go somewhere away from the crowd and smog of the city. Garden of Dreams will be your ideal choice if you are looking for some moment of peace within the city. Located in the heart of Kathmandu and the entrance of famous tourist, Thamel, Garden of Dreams won’t be very hard to access.
Garden of Dreams is an oasis of tranquility. Although this place is not far from the city. As, you can get lost in its serene environment. Recognized as one of the favorite destination of locals as well as tourist. For this garden is the perfect gateway to hangout yourself or with your friends and family.
Garden of Dreams is very popular among the youths of Kathmandu. With crowded areas and street full of pedestrians in the city, Garden of Dreams has gained its popularity because of its serene environment. It is mostly favored by young couples who are looking for a quiet place to get to each other. The family also visits the garden with children to have some family time where children can run and play, and parents could not fear of child running into any vehicles. This place is also visited by groups of friends especially college girls, to enjoy the peaceful environment and click some pictures of this beautiful place.
With the beautiful pavilions, amphitheater, pergolas, ponds and fountain and perfectly manicured gardens, the Garden of Dreams feels like a small piece of heaven. The flora of the garden is rich and unique which are from different countries. The design of the garden is impressive with a large pond in the center, marble inscription, and historical palace in view.
You can find enough places to sit or lay in the Garden of Dreams. It will be even best if you bring your favorite book so you can read in the quiet and perfect environment. You can also tour the garden area and witness its distinctive design and work. You can visit the garden during the summer and rest in the shade of trees, pavilion, and pergolas. It will be even best in winter when you can take sunbathe, read a book and have a little picnic of your own.
Apart from the garden, there is also Kaiser Café, which is operated by Nepal’s only boutique heritage group, the Dwarika group. Kaiser Café and Bar offers you the perfect cup of coffee and continental menu, which you can enjoy while witnessing the serene atmosphere and beauty of the garden. Garden of Dreams has become very popular in these recent years, and now they welcome private and corporate functions, receptions, cultural programs, and classical concerts too.