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Islamabad
Islamabad District · Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan
Rose & Jasmine Garden
An Islamabad garden of about 250 rose varieties and 150 jasmines, founded in 1948.
The Rose and Jasmine Garden, in the Shakarparian area on Kashmir Highway, grows about 250 varieties of rose and around 150 species of jasmine on just over two hectares. It opened in 1948 as the Government Rose Garden.
Why go
- ✦About 250 varieties of rose
- ✦Some 150 species of jasmine
- ✦The annual spring flower show
- ✦Close to Shakarparian and the Pakistan Monument
About
The Capital Development Authority runs the garden, which also has marigolds, petunias, daisies and herbs, a walking and running track, a cycling track and a small dhaba. Its spring flower show, held with the National Horticultural Society of Pakistan, is the time to come: the 44th show ran for three days in April 2025.
How to Reach
In Shakarparian, near the Aabpara Sports Complex on Kashmir Highway, Islamabad.
Responsible Travel
Respect local communities and site rules.
Planning tip
Best Time to Visit, March and April, when the roses are out and the flower show is held.
Getting there, In Shakarparian, near the Aabpara Sports Complex on Kashmir Highway, Islamabad.
Allow, One to two hours.
What to Do
Nearby
Straight-line distance from Rose & Jasmine Garden, within 5 km.
