About Jammu and Kashmir
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THINGS TO SEE AND DO
High altitude lakes: Lakes always look serene and the lakes in the high altitudes even look better. To find some stunning lakes at high elevation levels, you must visit Jammu and Kashmir. These lakes are found in midst of verdant meadows. You can find wildflowers blooming around them and make the location picture perfect.
Religious places: This fascinating state is also home to some of the religious attractions. You can come across several religious places for both Hindi and Muslim communities in Jammu and Kashmir. Some of the Hindu temples that you can find here are Sharika Devi, Vaishno Devi, Kheer Bhawani, Bhuteshwar Temple, Amarnath Caves, etc. For Muslims, the religious places in the state include Jama Masjid in Srinagar and Charat-e-Sharif Ziarat Dastgir Sahib.
Adventure Hub: The destination is not just about the scenic views and landscapes but has a lot more to offer to the numerous tourists that travel throughout the year. If you are an adventure freak, then this place is truly the perfect destination for you. May it be trekking across the most challenging routes or enjoying skiing across the gigantic mountains, Kashmir is bound to provide a thrilling journey to every adventurer.
Handicraft and shopping: The lanes of Srinagar are filled with shops from where you can buy some of the most beautiful antique handicraft items, Pashmina shawls, hand-woven carpets, and traditional jewellery.
Soothing Garden: One of the popular tourist attractions of Kashmir also includes the famous Shalimar Garden that was initially built by the great Emperor Jahangir to convey his love to his beloved wife, Noor. This destination also has a ‘The Garden of Love’ that is quite famous among the visitors. Apart from the exceptional beauty of the gardens, you will also get to witness some fantastic music and light shows that make these gardens all the more appealing.
Pahalgam: Situated in the Anantnag district, about 90km away from Srinagar, Pahalgam is a beautiful hill station and a popular tourist attraction of Jammu & Kashmir. Pahalgam is located on the banks of the Liddar River, and the rugged terrains, green meadows, and snow-capped mountains make it a perfect spot for adventure enthusiasts.
Gulmarg: Gulmarg is a popular skiing destination located in Pir Panjal Range of Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Surrounded by snow-covered lofty Himalayas, meadows of flowers, deep ravines, evergreen forested valleys, Gulmarg also has the world’s second-highest Gondola ride.
Srinagar: Famously known as ‘Heaven on Earth, Srinagar is located in the union territory of Jammu & Kashmir, on the banks of river Jhelum. Srinagar is known for the stationary houseboats and gondola-type rowboats- Shikaras on Dal Lake. There are a lot of houseboats that provide a beautiful and unique stay experience on the lake. Srinagar is home to some of India’s most exquisite Mughal-age gardens.
Sonamarg: Sonamarg is a picturesque hill station in Jammu and Kashmir, Sonamarg is known for its snow-laden fields, surrounded by majestic glaciers and serene lakes which casts subtle spells on the travellers. The hill is enveloped by the great Himalayan glaciers – Kolhoi Glacier and Machoi Glacier – and gives rise to the famous Three Sisters of Kashmir Valley.
Yusmarg: Considered by some as the best place in Jammu and Kashmir, mostly because of its undisturbed landscape, a less frequented but extremely beautiful hill station, those who enjoy trekking long distances and in the remotest of area, Yusmarg has forests with maple trees in them. Overall, Yusmarg is a beautiful place and can actually be called a mini hill stationed is a one of the most romantic places in the state.
Anantnag: Anantnag is one of the most beautiful cities in the Union Territory with gushing streams and sights and sounds that make Kashmir the heaven that it truly is.
Aru Valley: Aru Valley, situated in the Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir is a serene and enchanting tourist attraction located 12 km from Pahalgam. This tranquil hill station is nestled amidst green grasslands with a stunning view of the majestic Himalayan ranges. The valley serves as a base camp for numerous treks. It also provides opportunities for skiing, heli-skiing, horse riding, wildlife and bird watching.
Betaab Valley: Betaab Valley is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Pahalgam which is a breathtaking combination of picturesque surroundings encircled by tall deodar trees and pine forests, with the Lidder River flowing right through it. Betaab Valley got its name from the Bollywood movie Betaab starring Sunny Deol and Amrita Singh shot here.
Breng: Breng Valley is one of Kashmir’s most spectacular and offbeat places in Kashmir, with an incredible natural landscape and a calm and charming setting, with snow-capped mountain peaks, fresh water springs and streams, vast meadows, never-ending pine forests, herbal jungles with medicinal flora, Rhododendrons, high altitude freshwater lakes, Mughal gardens, historic and religious sites, archaeological sites, and trekking routes to Ladakh, Kishtwar, and Marwah-Wadwan among its many attractions.
Nishat Bagh: The Nishat Bagh is a 12 terraced garden located near Srinagar’s famous Dal Lake. It is the second-largest Mughal garden in Kashmir after Shalimar Bagh. Popularly known as “Garden of Bliss”, it has a splendid Mughal central water channel with several fountains, which is surrounded by tall Chinar trees.
Patnitop: Endless meadows and picturesque views describe Patnitop the best. Blanketed by the sky-high Himalayas covered with snow, Patnitop has created a niche in the tourism industry due to its surreal beauty.
Shikara Ride: Shikara ride is one of the most recommended activity for any tourist to Kashmir Valley and unarguably count as one of the best things to do in Srinagar. Shikaras are gondola- type light rowing boat dotting the surface of the Dal Lake.
Stay in Houseboat: Apart from luxury hotels and resorts of Kashmir Valley you can enjoy stay in Kashmiri houseboats. These houseboats are designed in pleasant Kashmiri architecture generally having luxury bedrooms, separate dining and lounge rooms, as well as a balcony facing the lake with snow covered mountains in the horizon.
Explore Magnificent Gardens: The ‘Heaven on Earth’ Kashmir is blessed with picturesque beauty. The verdant gardens in the valley are proof to its beauty. Visiting Mughal gardens built in charbagh style of architecture by various Mughal princes and courtiers definitely count as one of best places to visit in Kashmir Valley.
Gulmarg Gondola: Gulmarg is nestled at 2650 m above sea level at the base of Mount Apharwat. The gondola (cable car) extends almost to the peak of Apharwat.
Pony Ride: Scenic landscapes enchant all visitors but sometime your feet might not carry you through the dizzying heights and long distances, in such case ponies take you to theses magical locations. You can find horse (ponies) in popular holiday resorts especially on those places where some roads are not motor able in highlands.
Golfing: There are four world-class golf courses in Kashmir with each one of them ensuring beautiful landscapes. Gulmarg and Srinagar are the top destinations for golfing in Kashmir.
Rafting: River rafting has been introduced quite recently in the Kashmir Valley. The challenge of the rafting the turbulent rivers fresh from glacial origins is exhilarating. The icy summits of the Himalayas are the birthplace of some of India’s mighty rivers. these waterways fed by innumerable streams race along meandering boulder strewn river beds, cutting deep gorges and dividing into silvery white rapids.
Visit Doodhpathri: The Valley of Milk. A landscape of Rolling Meadows, the sight of locals tending to their sheep flocks, and views of snow-kissed mountains make Doodhpathri an idyllic and incredibly scenic destination. Adding to its allure is the river Shaliganga that takes on a milky appearance when seen from a distance.
Camping: If you want to enjoy fresh air of the mountains with breathtaking views! No place will be better from Kashmir! Actually Campers can enjoy the paradisiacal beauty in the valley.
Shopping in Kashmir: Kashmiri handicrafts are prized things to purchase for their exquisite craftsmanship. The carpets in Kashmir, in both wool and silk are an investment. The simple works or the Persian designs, these masterpieces glorify your homes for generations.
Suggested daily budget – 50-60 EUR / 52-62 USD (Note: This is a suggested budget assuming you’re staying in a hostel, eating out a little, cooking most of your meals, and using local transportation. Using the budget tips below, you can always lower this number. However, if you stay in fancier accommodation or eat out more often, expect this to be higher!)
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March to August: is the best time to visit Kashmir, because of the ideal weather during the merging of two seasons – spring and summer.
Temperature: 15 °C to 30 °C
The mornings are pleasant, making it an ideal time for exploration and long walks. Kashmir looks beautiful in the months of summer, mostly because the snow has melted over the valley, leading to a perfect panorama. It is a must to visit Srinagar, Pahalgam, and Gulmarg during summer.
August 10, 2023
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