Exploring the Historical Grandeur of Old Secretariat

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving from the city center of Srinagar, head southeast on Lal Chowk towards the Boulevard Road. Continue on Boulevard Road until you reach the intersection with Maulana Azad Road. Turn left onto Maulana Azad Road and follow it for approximately 1.5 kilometers. When you reach the traffic circle, take the second exit onto Nohata Road. Continue straight for about 500 meters; you will see the Old Secretariat on your right at the address 3RF4+397, Nohata, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir 190009.

• Public Transport (Bus)

  From the main bus station in Srinagar (Parimpora Bus Stand), take a local bus heading towards Nohata. Ensure the bus route includes a stop at Nohata. The bus ride will take approximately 30-45 minutes depending on traffic. After getting off at the Nohata stop, walk about 300 meters south on Nohata Road. The Old Secretariat will be on your left at 3RF4+397.

• Taxi

  You can hire a taxi or use a ride-sharing app from anywhere in Srinagar to get to the Old Secretariat. Simply provide the driver with the address 3RF4+397, Nohata, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir 190009. The taxi ride should take around 20-30 minutes from the city center, depending on traffic conditions. Expect to pay around 200-400 INR for the ride, depending on your starting location.

• Auto-Rickshaw

  If you prefer a more local experience, you can take an auto-rickshaw from any major point in Srinagar to the Old Secretariat. Just tell the driver 'Nohata, Old Secretariat' or provide the address 3RF4+397. The fare will typically range from 100-200 INR, depending on distance and traffic. The journey usually lasts about 20-30 minutes.