About Company Garden
Company Garden, also known as Company Bagh and Saharanpur Botanical Garden, is a historic public garden located in central Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh. Established during the British colonial period, it is one of the oldest botanical gardens in India. The garden is known for its extensive green lawns, mature trees, flower beds, and walking paths. It serves as a popular recreational space for residents and visitors seeking leisure and nature within the city.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a large, well-maintained urban garden with shaded avenues, manicured lawns, seasonal flower beds, and mature trees. The site offers paved walking paths, open spaces for relaxation, benches for seating, and a children's play area. The environment is calm and green, suitable for morning and evening walks, casual sightseeing, photography, and family picnics within a central city location.
Key highlights
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One of the oldest botanical gardens in India with colonial-era origins
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Extensive green lawns and mature tree cover
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Seasonal flower beds and ornamental plants
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Paved walking and jogging paths
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Central location in Saharanpur city with easy access
History of Company Garden
Company Garden is part of the Saharanpur Botanical Garden complex, established in 1779 during the British colonial period. Originally developed as a horticultural and botanical garden for the cultivation and study of medicinal and ornamental plants, it is considered one of the oldest botanical gardens in India and was later developed as a public recreational garden known locally as Company Bagh.
Culture & Context
The garden serves as a longstanding public recreational and community space for Saharanpur residents. It is valued for its horticultural heritage and as a green open space for leisure, social gatherings, and daily walks, reflecting the city's historical association with horticulture and plant research.
Route
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