Paradise on earth...Kashmir

Gulmarg in winter

Gulmarg

Pahalgam

Sonmarg

Sun set at Dal lake 

Panoromic view if Srinagar

Dal Lake

Kashmir is the northwestern region of  India. Until the mid-19th century, the term Kashmir geographically denoted only the valley between the Great Himalayas and the Pir Panjal mountain range.A jewel of a destination in the country is Kashmir.You can start off the tour with your stay in the capital , Srinagar which is known for its vast Dal lake , shikara rides and exquisite gardens.You can obviously stay in an exquisite houseboat on Dal lake which makes this stay highly romantic.The markets of Srinagar offer a variety of refined crafts – from pashmina shawls, as light and soft as the breeze that blows across the Dal, to handwoven carpets, delicately carved woodwork. Srinagar is within comfortable driving distance from several popular sites. Horse-riding in Gulmarg, angling in the cold waters of the Lidder river at Pahalgam, the speldid beauty of Sonamarg are some of them.

1.Gulmarg- Gulmarg's legendary beauty makes it one of Asia's premier hill resort.It is not merely a mountain resort , but also a ski resort in winter when it is covered with snow.Skiing season starts basically around Christmas. Taking a Gondola(cable car) you can reach Khilanmarg from where you can see the Indo-Pak border.

2.Pahalgam-Known as valley of shepherds is mainly situated at the confluence of Sheshnag river and Lidder river.It is also known to be the last Indian village that is why you may also see some Pakistani flags around.Pahalgam is also associated with the annual Amarnath Yatra. Chandanwari 16 kms from Pahalgam, is the starting point of the yatra that takes place every year.

3.Sonmarg- The picturesque natural beauty of the region brought this name to Sonmarg. Sonmarg is a town surrounded by breathtaking glaciers and serene lakes.It is the gateway to Ladakh.Sonmarg is also known for trekking and hiking.

Modes of transport

Srinagar has an international airport and all major airlines operates here.Srinagar airport is 14 km from city.

By train you need to go to Jammu and then rent a car to Srinagar which is a real hectic 300 km journey.

Accomodation

Srinagar beaing a major tourist centre in the country has lots of hotel.Some of them are :- 

1. Hotel Sadaf. 

    PH. 0194 2457490

    Rs 900

2.Hotel Pine Grove

   PH. 0194 2472405

   Rs. 1500

3.Hotel Duke.

   PH. +91 9419011938 

   Rs. 2500

4.Heritage Houseboats

   PH. 0194 2421001

   Rs. 7000 

5.Privilege Houseboats

   PH. +91 9906710008  

   Rs. 3100,3500,4100

   945 2421001