Discover Chanakyapuri's National Rose Garden That Blooms With 65+ Varieties Of Roses!

Have you ever wondered where in Delhi you can find a burst of colours and a feast for those sore eyes? Look no further than the National Indo-Africa Friendship Rose Garden, or as the locals fondly call it, the National Rose Garden. Nestled on Satya Marg, this floral paradise is the crown jewel of Delhi’s many parks and gardens. If you're a flower enthusiast or just in need of a vibrant escape, this garden is your go-to spot. It's a magnet for tourists, both from India and abroad, all year round. Get ready to be dazzled by the riot of colours and the sweet fragrance that makes this place an absolute must-visit!

The Most Unique Roses

Picture Credits: India Africa Friendship Rose Garden

The National Rose Garden is a boutique of some unique roses, not just from India but all over the world. Did you know approximately 65 varieties of rose have been brought from all over the country and have been planted over here? Yep, they are unique, well-maintained, and are often a conversation starter as they exemplify a breed worthy of being talked about. Here you will find roses ranging from the normal colours of red, pink and orange to white and yellow or even sometimes a bizarre black that leaves the onlookers spellbound!

Where most of Delhi is being turned into a concrete jungle, this garden strikes a multi-coloured balance for nature lovers and is ideal for enjoying morning or evening walks as there’s ample space to walk around in, while taking in the beautiful sights and sounds. The most striking part of this epic garden is that it is not overly crowded and has special visiting hours that throw light on the alluring look of the flowers!

Creativity And Maintenance

Picture Credits: Santosh Kumar

Kudos to the Government of Delhi for maintaining such a beautiful garden where you find roses being grown with such creativity that they might resemble the map of India or trees and grass grown with such detail that they resemble figures from history books. There are caretakers found all around the park to ensure that the public does not take away their beloved prized possessions!

The place is surely recommended if you’re going on a family outing. It’s also a good place where you can introduce your children to the beautiful and dazzling world of flowers. This place is worth skipping a lazy monotonous weekend as it refreshes your mind and gives the perfect kickstart to your week!

Much To Learn From

Picture Credits: Deo Narayan Ojha

This garden is also known to be a knowledge mine for the students of botany, as it showcases diversity and consists of some unique species that would definitely enhance your awareness and familiarity with flowers.

These precious beauties are best seen around December and January when their splendour is at its peak. This garden is a brilliant place to flush out the day’s stress and enter the arena of tranquillity and serenity, so definitely swing by here sometime!

So, head to this beautiful rose garden with your best people and have a great time ! 

Where | National Rose Garden - Satya Marg, Chanakyapuri
Timings | 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM