The Garden Of Dreams , a neo classical historical garden is situated in the midst of Kathmandu valley, Nepal. The garden renounced as the garden of six seasons which was created by late field Marshal Kaiser Shumsher Rana(1892-1964) on early 1920 and after completion of this Garden, it was probably considered as one of the most sophisticated private garden of that time.How it was a private garden of Kaisher Shumsher but it was beautifully designed and which was inspired by famous Edwardin style.Kishor Narsingh, a prominent architect for the design and construction of Singha Durbar in 1907, has also designed and supervised the construction of the Garden of Dreams. Within the Garden Walls, Kaisher Shumsher created an exquisite ensemble of pavilions, fountains, decorative Garden furniture and European inspired features such as varandas, pergolas, balustrades, urns and birdhouses.He erected six impressive pavilions, each dedicated to one of the six seasons of Nepal. This pavilions provided the Garden's architectural framework and lent a cosmopolitan flavor to the formal arrangement of flowers, shrubs, and trees. Now, only half portion of the original garden is an existence.
After the demise of Kaisher Shumsher, it was handed over to the Government of Nepal, however it was not properly managed for the decades. The seven years of extensive work has revivedthe garden as per concept of original with adding modern facilities and now become an oasis of place and tranquility in the urban bustle of Kathmandu valley. The size of Garden is 6895 sq. meter including three pavilions, amphitheater, central ponds, pergolas, urns and combination of small gardens to the larger one.
The garden of Dreams renovation project was financed by Austrian Government, and the project was implemented by Eco-Himal. This model project has become a sustainable historic site which was lying dormant and such historic places could be similarly restored and developed to great benefit. The Garden of Dreams has also contributed to improve the quality of life both the citizens and tourists in the central Kathmandu.
The Garden Of Dreams Development Board is an autonomous body of the Government of Nepal which lies under the ministry of Education, Nepal. The Board chaired by secretary of ministry of education constitutes seven board members.
Now, Garden Of Dreams is considered as one of the most attractive tranquil oasis, tourism landmark as well as natural library where visitors can take advantage of natural beauty inter related with historical and architectural flavor. Garden of Dreams welcome private and corporate functions, receptions, cultural programs and classical concerts too.
After the demise of Kaisher Shumsher, it was handed over to the Government of Nepal, however it was not properly managed for the decades. The seven years of extensive work has revivedthe garden as per concept of original with adding modern facilities and now become an oasis of place and tranquility in the urban bustle of Kathmandu valley. The size of Garden is 6895 sq. meter including three pavilions, amphitheater, central ponds, pergolas, urns and combination of small gardens to the larger one.
The garden of Dreams renovation project was financed by Austrian Government, and the project was implemented by Eco-Himal. This model project has become a sustainable historic site which was lying dormant and such historic places could be similarly restored and developed to great benefit. The Garden of Dreams has also contributed to improve the quality of life both the citizens and tourists in the central Kathmandu.
The Garden Of Dreams Development Board is an autonomous body of the Government of Nepal which lies under the ministry of Education, Nepal. The Board chaired by secretary of ministry of education constitutes seven board members.
Now, Garden Of Dreams is considered as one of the most attractive tranquil oasis, tourism landmark as well as natural library where visitors can take advantage of natural beauty inter related with historical and architectural flavor. Garden of Dreams welcome private and corporate functions, receptions, cultural programs and classical concerts too.
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