Burns Gardens Karachi Sindh — Attraction in Karachi Division

To pay tributes to the services of Dr. Burns this garden was named after him. This garden is located on Court Road adjacent to Sindh College. There is no record available regarding Dr. Burns as to what his services were and why this garden was named after him. The Karachi Metropolitan Corporation demolished on Thursday an illegally constructed cafe and four shops inside Karachi’s Burns Garden, where the National Museum also stands. Officials of the KMC’s anti-encroachment department razed the cafe and shops using heavy machinery. KMC Senior Director Bashir Siddiqui supervised the operation in the presence of police. Siddiqui said the action was taken on the directives of the Supreme Court. He said the owners were served notices to vacate the shops a month ago. He said the shop owners didn’t comply with the orders, which was why the anti-encroachment department took action against them. KMC staffers also seized the goods and wares present inside the shops. Siddiqui said that no commercial activities were allowed within the premises of parks, public places and amenity plots as per the Supreme Court orders. He said the owners had been running their businesses in these illegal shops for several years. The KMC official said the metropolitan corporation was clearing encroachments all over Karachi and the operation would continue...

Burns Garden Park: A Historic Gem in Karachi

Nestled alongside the esteemed National Museum of Pakistan in Karachi, Burns Garden Park stands as a testament to the city's rich heritage and green spaces. Established in 1927, this park holds the distinction of being one of the oldest in Karachi, steeped in history and charm.

Despite its average size, Burns Garden Park offers a tranquil retreat amidst the bustling cityscape, with its well-maintained lawns and inviting pathways. Thanks to the recent renovation efforts led by Barrister Murtaza Wahab, Karachi's mayor in 2023, the park now boasts enhanced amenities and a rejuvenated ambiance.

Families flock to Burns Garden Park for its cozy sitting areas, perfect for picnics and leisurely gatherings. The park's proximity to Burns Food Street and other nearby attractions like the National Museum of Pakistan, Sindh Assembly, and Sindh Secretariat, adds to its allure as a preferred destination for both locals and tourists.

Visitors are reminded to maintain cleanliness while enjoying the park's facilities, ensuring a pleasant experience for all. With its storied past, convenient location, and family-friendly atmosphere, Burns Garden Park continues to be a cherished landmark in Karachi, inviting visitors to unwind and connect with nature in the heart...

Wanted to give it 2 🌟 but....burns gardens host National museum of Pakistan.... like every other good thing we have in country it isn't looked after well..... hundreds of years old Buddha statue's thrown in open ...and the ones who are covered nothing mentioned about them..e.g where they found it and historical value they have... workers in museum stoping people to visit part of Hindu section of museum is a surprise you may get upon visiting 😉😉...if are ok with people not performing duties good and little bit of interest in history it's worth...