PLACES TO VISIT IN KASHMIR

With apple orchards, saffron fields, glittering lakes & breathtaking meadows, Kashmir, in the union territory of Jammu & Kashmir, draws the attention of tourists from across the globe. With tranquil settings, magnificent views, and pristine nature, Kashmir is a perfect holiday destination that should be visited once in a lifetime. Kashmir is an ideal destination to plan a family tour and honeymoon holiday in India. The picturesque Gulmarg, Srinagar, Pahalgam or Sonmarg, make a holiday with family, or honeymoon in Kashmir a wonderful experience. The best time to visit Kashmir for snowfall is in winter season (December-January).


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PLACES TO VISIT IN KASHMIR


#_SRINAGAR

#_LEH 

#_JAMMU_CITY

#_PATNITOP

#_KARGIL

#_PAHALGAM

#_GULMARG

#_SANASAR

#_SONAMARG

#_ARU_VALLEY

#_KISHTWAR

#_PULWAMA

#_KUPWARA

#_ANANTNAG

#_BHADERWAH



#_SRINAGAR


Srinagar is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and famous places to visit in Kashmir as well as in India. From boating to trekking, bird watching to water skiing, Srinagar place has it all. Locally this place is known as the mirror to the mountains, Srinagar is a first stopover for every traveler and there are a long list of places to visit in Srinagar, Kashmir. The largest city of Kashmir, this place is enclosed by the green mountains and the main highlight being the Dal Lake which is the gem of the city. This place gives a close outlook to the Kashmiri cuisine and the state’s culture.


Best Time To Visit: June to October and for snow you must visit Srinagar in December or January

How To Reach:
  • By Air: Srinagar Domestic Airport.
  • By Bus: Board a government or private bus to Srinagar.
  • By Train: Jammu is the nearest railway station.



#_LEH


Leh is one of the best and safe places to visit in Kashmir in summers. The lofty mountains, the alpine lakes, and the quaint settings enable Leh one of the best places to visit. This place is every biker’s dreamland. Clad in the beauty and love of nature, Leh offers breathtaking views, leaving no visitor disappointed. You must explore all the top places to visit in Leh when traveling to Kashmir


Best Time To Visit: April to June

How To Reach:
  • By Air:   Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport.
  • By Road:  Road transport is also available.
  • By Train: Jammu Tawi is the nearest railway station.



#_JAMMU_CITY


Jammu and Kashmir which sits proudly on the magnificent Shivalik mountain ranges. The Winter Capital of Kashmir,Jammu is a holy and peaceful city known for its majestic temples, religious shrines, glittering "shikhars", and cultural heritage. Since it is also the starting point to the hugely popular Vaishno Devi Temple and Amarnath Yatra, it is visited by tourists from far and wide.Nestled against the backdrop of the snow-capped Pir Panjal Mountains, Jammu forms part of the transition between the Himalayan range in the north and the dusty plains of Punjab in the south. Jammu is truly a melange of pilgrimage, leisure, natural beauty and heritage.


Best Time To Visit: Anytime is the best time to visit


How To Reach:

  • By Air: Take a flight till Jammu airport.
  • By Road: Road transport is available.
  • By Train:  Jammu Tawi is the nearest station.



#_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. Along with this, the place also offers some thrilling activities that will treat the adrenaline junkie in you. It proves to be one of the top tourist places in Kashmir for both families and friends.



Best Time To Visit: May – June, September – October

How To Reach:
  • By Air: Srinagar or Jammu airport.
  • BY road: Road transport is available.
  • By Train: Jammu or Udhampur railway station. 



#_KARGIL


Kargil is a small town which brings shivers down the spine of the Indian Citizens. This part of the Ladakh is a must visit for every first time traveler for capturing the undaunted beauty of the place. Kargil is the second largest town in Ladakh after Leh which offers a plethora of options to escape in the nature’s lap. Not only does this city bring heart-touching memories but also provides scintillating views. The atmosphere in this city oozes with emotions.


Best Time To Visit: March to June


How To Reach:
  • By Air: Srinagar airport.
  • BY road: Road transport is available.
  • By Train: Jammu railway station. 



#_PAHALGAM


Pahalgam is a beautiful hill station and a popular tourist attraction. With untouched and gorgeous natural beauty, Pahalgam is a feast to the eyes and senses. Submerged in lush greenery and alluring Himalayan ranges, Pahalgam is situated on the banks of the Liddar River and is popular for adventure activities like hiking, trekking, fishing. Pahalgam offers a lot of recreational outdoor activities among which the most popular is the adventurous trekking activities.


Best Time To Visit: June to October | December & January for snow


How To Reach:

  • By Air: Srinagar Airport.
  • By Road: Road transport is available.
  • By Train: Jammu is the nearest railway station.



#_GULMARG


Famously known as the ‘Meadow of Flowers’, Gulmarg is a treat to the eyes with its spread of vibrant flowers against snow capped mountains as backgrounds. Gulmarg is considered to be one of the best places to visit in Kashmir for all right reasons. This region of Kashmir is also known as the adventurer’s paradise because of its vast options of skiing in the snow while enjoying the views around.


Best Time To Visit: June to October | for snow December & January

How To Reach:
  • By Air:  Srinagar Airport.
  • By Road: Road transport is available.
  • By Train: Jammu is the nearest railway station.



#_SANASAR


One of the lesser-known hill stations in Jammu-Kashmir region, Sanasar is an adventure enthusiasts' haven offering various activities such as paragliding, rock climbing, abseiling and trekking. The area is built in a cup-shaped meadow surrounded by gigantic conifers. The twin villages of Sana and Sar, need a place in your list if you are in for spending some time in a village and that too an eco-friendly one, with one its step in the past and one in a naturally sustainable future. The area could offer you an ideal extension to your trip to Jammu and Kashmir which is a little less full of activity and will tease the excitement in you with the host of activities it has to offer. 


Best Time To Visit: April – June


How To Reach:

  • By Air: Jammu airport.
  • By Road: Road transport is available.
  • By Train: Jammu railway station.



#_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. Sonamarg is enveloped by the great Himalayan glaciers - Kolhoi Glacier and Machoi Glacier - and gives rise to the famous Three Sisters of Kashmir Valley. Towering over this charming hill town are the peaks like Kolhoi Peak, Amarnath Peak, Machoi Peak and Sirbal Peak which makes Songamarg a popular place for adventure sports tourism.


Best Time To Visit: June through October | December & January for snow


How To Reach:

  • By Air: Srinagar airport.
  • By Road: Road transport is available.
  • By Train: Jammu is the nearest railway station.



#_ARU_VALLEY


Offering incredible beauty and charm, the world-famous Aru Valley happens to be one of the most exquisite tourist places in Srinagar. Calling on to a huge number of fun and thrill enthusiasts from across the globe, this place offers a plethora of exciting adventure activities.Aru Valley offers its visitors ample opportunities to enjoy camping, fishing, and horse riding. The valley also forms the beginning spot to the popular Sonamarg trek and Kolahoi Glacier and facilitates trekking for trekkers of all expertise levels. The place also makes for an ideal skiing destination during the winter season.


Best Time To Visit: July – September


How To Reach:

  • By Air: Srinagar Airport.
  • By Road: Road transport is available.
  • By Train: Jammu is the nearest railway station.



#_KISHTWAR


Kishtwar is somewhere far from tourists’ radar, offbeat travelers consider it a gem. The landscape here bewitches with its lofty hills, lush greenery consisting of pine and deodar forests. The national park in Kishtwar attracts wildlife and nature enthusiasts. Other than that Machail Yatra and Sarthal Yatra are two pilgrimage circuits of high reverence, which you must consider during your visit. When searching for best places to visit in Kashmir, do include this in your itinerary.


Best Time To Visit: April – June


How To Reach:

  • By Air:  Leh airport.
  • By Road: Road transport is available.
  • By Train: Jammu is the nearest railway station.



#_PULWAMA


Famously named as the “Rice Bowl Of Kashmir”, this quaint village in Jammu and Kashmir is a great place to witness the nature’s real beauty of the state. Popularly known as the "Anand of Kashmir" loosely translated to the delight of Kashmir, this place has apple orchards, waterfalls, natural springs and scenic valleys. The city is otherwise famous for the numerous opportunities for adventure junkies, like mountaineering and trekking in summers and skiing and snowboarding in winters.


Best Time To Visit: April to October


How To Reach:

  • By Air: Srinagar Airport.
  • By Road: Road transport is available.
  • By Train: Jammu is the nearest railway station.



#_KUPWARA


Kupwara is a small district located in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Blessed with nature’s finest views, the thriving meadows, alpine mountains, and the gushing clear water make Kupwara a must-visit destination in Kashmir. This city epitomizes the beauty of Kashmir.


Best Time To Visit: April to October.


How To Reach:

  • By Air: Srinagar Airport.
  • By Road: Road transport is available.
  • By Train: Baramulla is the nearest railway station.



#_ANANTNAG


Anantnag is one of the most beautiful cities in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, with gushing streams and sights and sounds that make Kashmir the heaven that it truly is. Adorned with flourishing gardens and freshwater springs, Anantnag is a divine destination. Right here, you get to enjoy the comfort of a city and the essence of nature. There is a number of places you can go on for a day tour, such as Verinag and Daksum. Surely, our list of Kashmir tourist places wouldn’t be complete without mentioning this one!


Best Time To Visit: Anytime


How To Reach:

  • By Air: Srinagar airport.
  • By Road: Road transport is available.
  • By Train: Take a train till Anantnag railway station.



#_BHADERWAH


Located in the foothills of the Himalayas, it has been given the status of sub-district. The spread of flora and fauna, stony hills, snow-capped mountains, valleys and the grasslands offer a natural exposure. It is also nicknamed as Mini Kashmir. Skiing can be enjoyed on the slopes of the snow-filled mountains. 
Bhaderwah is another one of the Kashmir tourist places that you must visit on your vacation. A scenic drive to this place is all you need to make your experience in Kashmir most memorable one.


Best Time To Visit: May-June


How To Reach:

  • By Air: Jammu airport.
  • By Road: Road transport is available.
  • By Train: Jammu railway station.



FOOD IN KASHMIR


Kashmir has some mouth-watering cuisine in both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. The popular dishes of meat are Kashmiri Kebag, Rogan Josh, Yakhni, Pasanda, Syun Alu and Methi Keema. All the non-vegetarian lovers will have a lot to choose from. Some of the famous vegetarian dishes include Hak, Rajmah, Zarda, Tursh, Shree Pulao, Nadeir Yakhaen, and Ladyar Tsaman. These dishes are prepared with fresh vegetables with paneer to give an interesting taste to the cuisine.


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