“The tradition of Islamic Gardens places an emphasis on human stewardship, our responsibility to nature and to protect the natural world. We see that principle expressed in the disciplined use of geometric form – framing the power and mystery of nature.”
About The Park
Aga Khan Park is a paradox to Toronto’s hustling metropolitan centre. It covers 17 acres of land while connecting two majestic buildings through a pathway of green spaces, gardens and water features. It brings tranquility to a large city, and offers a place of respite from the activities of modern life. Together with Aga Khan Museum and the Ismaili Centre Toronto, the Park is where nature, art and spirit culminate as one.
A central feature of the Park is the Persian and Mughal inspired garden, known as chahar bagh (four-part garden). Designed by the Lebanon-based architect, Vladmir Djurovic, the formal gardens sit within a natural geometry created by the careful placement of trees and water features.
In addition to the Islamic gardens, the courtyard is anchoring point at the Park. In it you can find five reflective pools that create mirrors and draw the Ismaili Centre and the Aga Khan Museum into the garden.