| Shahi Bagh | |
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 Interactive map of Shahi Bagh | |
| Type | Public recreational park |
| Location | Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan |
| Area | 100 acres (40 ha) |
| Operator | Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa |
| Open | All year |
Shahi Bagh (Pashto: شاهي باغ, Urdu: شاہی باغ) is one of the oldest and largest gardens in Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan.123 It is a Mughal-era park located near the Arbab Niaz Cricket Stadium, and has been a hub for political meetings and literary and social gatherings in the city.4
History
Shahi Bagh is located in Faqirabad, Peshawar, and literally means "royal garden". The total area of the park is around 100 acres. It was built during the time of the Mughals.4
In August 2009, the ANP-led Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, renovated the Shahi Bagh with the financial support of USAID.5 In 2012, through applications from social activists and citizens of Peshawar, the Peshawar High Court Chief Justice took notice of its condition, and the government of the province was ordered to remove all the illegally built structures and buildings in the garden to restore it to its original shape.67
Buildings and recreational sites
Shahi Bagh currently houses several buildings and recreational sites:4
- Arbab Naiz Cricket Stadium
- Government College Peshawar
- Municipal Inter College For Girls, Peshawar8
- Pakistan Tennis Club Peshawar
- Parda Bagh and Wedding Hall9
- Peshawar Gymkhana Cricket Ground
- Shalimar Garden
- Tehmas Khan Football Stadium Peshawar
References
References
- "Need to preserve Shahi Bagh". Dawn. 4 January 2014. Retrieved 4 October 2017.
- "Court wants Shahi Bagh restored to old glory". Dawn. 4 October 2012. Retrieved 4 October 2017.
- "PHC summons officials over Shahi Bagh structures". Dawn. 5 November 2011. Retrieved 4 October 2017.
- "The Shahi Bagh". The Express Tribune. 25 September 2014. Retrieved 29 August 2017.
- "USAID/Pakistan: Economic Growth Sector Press Release". Archived from the original on 7 January 2012. Retrieved 21 December 2011.
- "More time for restoring majesty of Shahi Bagh". Dawn. 10 November 2011.
- "PHC CJ orders removal of all buildings from Shahi Bagh". The News International. Retrieved 4 October 2017.
- "Board of Intermediate And Education, Peshawar - Registered / Affiliated Institute". www.bisep.com.pk. Retrieved 10 September 2017.
- "Bus service for women in Peshawar soon". Dawn. 12 April 2008. Retrieved 4 October 2017.
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