Zakir Rose Garden - Chandigarh (Chandigarh)

Zakir Rose Garden is the largest garden in Asia, having more than 17,000 different types of plants representing some 1600 varieties of roses as well as many fountains. The garden spreads over 27 acres of area and located in sector 16. The Rose Garden was established in 1967 under the guidance and supervision of Chandigarh's first Chief Commissioner Dr M.S. Randhawa. The garden was named after India's President, Zakir Hussain. This garden is the venue of the annual Rose festival, an event listed on the national calendar of fairs and festivals. This is one of the main cultural events in Chandigarh. The Rose garden remains open for public on all days.