Jammu and Kashmir come in some of the most beautiful places across the globe. The fascinating scenic views and classic weather makes this state an unmatchable holiday destination. This place will capture your heart with natural charm and beauty. The most famous destination is the capital of the State, Srinagar. It is an ancient city that comprises plenty of tourist attractions and can attract even the most adverse of visitors to this fairylike land. The famous tourist attractions are the Mughal garden, Shikara ride, Dal Lake, NishatBagh, ChashmeShahi, and Shalimar Bagh.
The tourists who visit Jammu ensure they add the Vaishno Devi shrine in their trip. The region of Jammu is spiritual and is also popularly called the 'City of Temples'. It has temples of the prominent spiritual places like Bahu Mata and Durga Peer Budhan Ali Shah. Other major spiritual attractions are the Raghunath Temple Complex that is the largest temple of Lord Rama.
Best time to visit Kashmir:-
Kashmir is the destination of 365 days. Throughout the tourists can enjoy beautifulness of Kashmir. In General April to October is the peak season at Kashmir and if you are a snow lover then must visit in December to February for enjoying the world class snow activities.
How to reach in Kashmir ?
By flight :-You will arrive in Srinagar Airport which is connected from all the major cities of India .
By Rail :-Nearest rail station is Jammu from here its 08 hrs drive to Srinagar, for your information direct railways connection is under construction from all the major railway station of India.
By Road :-By road you can travel from Jammu which is 266 kms -08 hrsMention about road connectivity to Srinagar
Best places to visit in Kashmi
1. Srinagar
Srinagar is the most beautiful and delightful place in Kashmir which is Indian territory and well known as "Paradise on Earth".its beautifulness is spreading all the part of the city which can be Dal lake with colorful Shikararas,picturesque view of the mountain, most spectacular Mughal-age gardens such as NishatBagh, Shalimar Bagh, and Chashm-E-Shahi Garden, Kashmiri Saal, etc.
Kashmir is also very famous for its cuisine all over the world, when you are in Srinagar -,Capital city of Jammu and Kashmir, you can try to have the local delicious dishes which are rich unique local fragrant spices. Srinagar is also a wonderful city for shopping like local fragrant spices, world-famous apples, the dried fruits, etc.
Best time to visit Srinagar :-
April to October and if you are a snow lover then must visit in December to February.
Things to do in Srinagar :-
Overnight stay in House Boat, Shikara ride in Dal lake, visit beautiful gardens and shopping
How to reach Srinagar :-
By flight from most of the big cities of India.
Top Tourist Attractions in Srinagar :-
Dal Lake,Tulip Garden, Dal Lake, Shalimar Garden, Chashma Shai, Pari Mahal, Floating Vegetable,Shankaracharya temple,Hazratbal Masjid, etc.
Best hotels in Srinagar:-
05 Star hotels in Srinagar : The Orchard Retreat & Spa, Vivanta Dal View,Four Points by Sheraton Srinagar, Lemon Tree , Radisson Blu , The Lalit Grand Palace in Srinagar are the Luxury hotels in Srinagar.
04 Star hotels in Srinagar : Regenta Central Point, Jamal Resorts, Hotel The Montreal Srinagar, Fortune Resort Heevan, Hotel the Mamta Grand ,Asian Park Hotel.
03 Star hotels in Srinagar : Arabia , HOTEL ASH VALE,The Kaisar, Hotel CH2
2. Gulmarg
Gulmarg is one of the most prominent destinations and nature's place where gods would like to visit. This place is the most Splendid valley of Kashmir and the best destination for family trip, honeymooners, and snow adventure activities lovers.
In the summertime, it is adorned with full lush green Scenic beauty, small lakes, and a different variety of flowers,trekking& trout fishing. In the winner its offers the most famous Snow adventure sports in Gulmarg which are skiing that can be enjoyed by both new & experienced skiersand otherthan that, tourists can also enjoy a Gondola cable car ride that attracted lots of tourist from all over the globe..
Best time to visit Gulmarg :-
April to October is the peak time to visit Gulmarg and between this time hotels are costlier .and if you are a snow lover then must visit in December to March when hotels price is cheaper because its consider as line season.
Things to do in Gulmarg :-
Skiing, Gondola Ride, Trekking,Golfing,Bird Watching,Photography,Pony Ride,Outer Circle Walk,Fishing, etc.
How to reach Gulmarg :-
By flight, you will arrive in Srinagar from all the major cities of India, and from here it'sjust (49 kms/02 hrs) to reach Gulmarg.
Top Tourist Attractions in Gulmarg :-
Gulmarg Gondola, Alpather Lake, NingleNallah ,Outer Circle Walk etc.
Best hotels in Gulmarg:-
05 Star hotels in Gulmarg : The Khyber Himalayan Resort & Spa , The vintage Gulmarg, are the Luxury hotels in Gulmarg.
04 Star hotels in Gulmarg : Shaw Inn, KOLAHOI GREEN HEIGHTS , Hotel Heevan Retreat , Grand Mumtaz Resorts etc are the 04 Star hotels in Gulmarg.
03 Star hotels in Gulmarg : Hotel Pine Spring , Pine palace resort, Rose wood Gulmarg, Highland park, Hotel Alpine Ridge are the 03 star hotels in Gulmarg.
3. Pahalgam :-
Pahalgam is one of the wonderful destinations and also well known as the "Valley of Shepherds" that mesmerizes tourists with its lush green meadows, flourishing forests, sky-touching mountains, apple gardens, and very lonely environment.
For the adventure seeker,Pahalgam is a paradise as they can explore at Tarsar Lake, Kolahoi Glacier, Lidderwat&Panchtarni. Later on, you can enjoy white water exciting river rafting at Lidder River, which is also popular for the activity like fishing.Pahalgam is also the gateway to Amarnath which is a very famous Hindu pilgrims site and undertake during June & August.
Best time to visit Pahalgam :-
You must visit between April to October if you are a nature lover and which is also the peak time to visit Pahalgam and between this time hotels are costlier .and if you are a snow lover then must visit in December to March when hotels price is cheaper because its consider as line season.
Things to do in Pahalgam :-
River rafting, Fishing , Trekking,Golfing,Bird Watching,Photography,Outer Circle Walk, etc.
How to reach Pahalgam :-
you will arrive in Srinagar which is connected by all the major cities of India and from here it's just (90 kms/03hrs) to reach Pahalgam.
Top Tourist Attractions in Pahalgam
BetabValley, Aru Valley, Tullian lake, Kashmir valley, Mamaleswar Temple, Sheshnag Lake, etc.
Best hotels in Pahalgam
05 Star hotels in Pahalgam : Welcomhotel Pine n Peak, The Hermitage By Grand Resorts,Royal HilltonPahalgam, etc are the Luxury hotels in Pahalgam.
04 Star hotels in Pahalgam : Hotel Heevan, Grand Mumtaz Resorts, Kolahoi Green Resortetc are the 04 Star Deluxe hotels in Pahalgam.
03 Star hotels in Pahalgam : Wildflower Villa Resort, River view Resort, Pine view resort, Hotel Shepard , Hotel Baisaran , Paradise Inn , Hotel Dolphin , Pahalgam Residency are the 03 star Deluxe hotels in Pahalgam.
4. Sonamarg :-
Sonamarg is one of the most fascinating hill stations and it's also literally well know as ‘the meadow of gold’ that Situated at an altitude of 2730 m in Kashmir .Sonamarg is very closed to heaven and its endless stream of remarkable blossoms,sun-kissed peaks,meadows of gold, breathtaking lakes and towering glaciers and wavy trekking courses are its attractions.
In the wintertime, you will get Snow covered mountains and can enjoy snow-related adventures like skiing, ice skating, and sledding on frozen glaciers..
Best time to visit Sonamarg :-
You must visit between April to October if you are a nature lover and which is also the peak time to visit Sonamarg and between this time hotels are costlier .and if you are a snow lover then must visit in December to March when hotels price is cheaper because its consider as line season.
Things to do in Sonamarg :-
Hiking, Rafting, trekking, fishing, nature camping, etc.
Top Tourist Attractions in Sonamarg
NilagradRiver, Yusmarg, Zoji-La Pass, VishansarLake,Thajiwas Glacier, Krishnasar Lake, BaltalValley,Gangabal Lake, Satsar Lake, etc.
Best hotels in Sonamarg
05 Star hotels in Sonamarg : Hotel Sindh Resorts,Hotel MountviewSonamarg,Hotel Rah Villas, The Sultan Resort, etc are the Luxury hotels in Sonamarg.
04 Star hotels in Sonamarg : Hotel Akbar Sonamarg, Imperial Resorts, Hotel Village Walk etc are the 04 Star Deluxe hotels in Sonamarg.
03 Star hotels in Sonamarg : Hotel Glacier Heights,Magic Himalayan Cottage ,River Front Guest House are the 03 star Deluxe hotels in Sonamarg.
5. Pulwama :-
Pulwama is a very beautiful city approximately 30 kilometers south of the summer capital of Srinagar and Broadly named the "Rice Bowl Of Kashmir”. Pulwama is also very famous for Milk production and quality Saffron production all over the world.
Things to do in Pulwama: Mountaineering and trekking in summers and skiing and snowboarding in winters.
6. Yousmarg
Yousmarg is one of the most amazing and enchanting tourist places in the northern part of India and an unexplored hill station of Kashmir, which is located 80 km western part of Jammu and Kashmir State & It is located just 47 km (29 mi) south of Srinagar the capital of the state, on the bank river Doodganga. Yousmargis a high hilly valley that remains covered with snow-covered hills and the green lands of Pine and Fir that comparableto European Alps.
Best time to visit Yousmarg : It's the destination of 365 days.in Summer ( April to October) you will enjoy the lush green meadows, flourishing forests, sky-touching mountains, apple gardens, and a very lonely environment & In Winer Snow cover the mountain with lots of snow activities.
Things to do in Yousmarg :Mountaineering and trekking in summers and skiing and snowboarding in winters.
Top Tourist Attractions in Yousmarg:-
The foaming river Dudhganga, TosaMaidan , Nilnag Lake, the meadows of, Sang-e-Safed, the alpine lake, and the sacred shrines of Charar-e-Sharief and Pakharporaetc.
How to reach Yousmarg :you can reach by road , it's just 47 kms from Summer capital of Jammu & Kashmir..
7. Amarnath.
Amarnath is one of the most important pilgrimage destinations of Hindus& Sacred places to Hindus from all over the world. The holy Amarnathhas located 145 km from Srinagar – the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir with an altitude of 3888 meters above sea level.
Best time to visit Amarnath. : In between May to September
Things to do in Amarnath. : Trek
How to reach the Amarnathcave . :There are two AmarnathYatra routes that devotees can travel to Amarnath and both routes are nicely connected from all the Big cities of Kashmir .The routes to AmarnathYatra are 01.Yatra from Baltal to Amarnath Cave and Yatra from Pahalgam to Amarnath Cave.To complete the yatra, will have to trek to a height of more than 14,000 feet. Therefore, being physically fit and mentally strong for the journey will be a basic requirement
8. Khilanmarg
Khilanmarg is a tiny beautiful valley from 06 kms from the amazing hill station of Kashmir and situated 2000 feet above sea level. It is one of the most spectacular places in Kashmir that is surrounded by a panoramic view of some of the tallest Himalayan peaks and with aromatic flowers in spring and is a pleasant destination for snow sports enthusiasts in winter.
Also, it is the perfect combination of natural beauty coupled with adventure sports, which makes it a very famous tourist spot for thousands of visitors from all over India as well as the globe.
Best time to visit Khilanmarg : You must visit between April to October if you are a nature lover and which peak time to visit Khilanmarg is also and if you are a snow lover then must visit in December to March.
Things to do in Khilanmarg :Skiing, Trekking,Golfing,Bird Watching,Photography,Pony Ride,Outer Circle Walk, etc.
How to reach Khilanmarg :By flight, you will arrive in Srinagar from all the major cities of India and from here it'sjust (55 km/02 hrs) to reach Khilanmarg
9. Patnitop
Patnitop is one of the wonderful tiny hill stations in Kashmir, situated in the lower Himalayan range close to PirPanjal, 47 km from Udhampur, and 112 km from Jammu city. its hilltop boasts of three freshwater springs with cold fresh water and snowfall in winters is a major tourist attraction. Patnitop is also a trailhead for several treks to the nearby hills and a heavenly place for adventure lovers.
Best time to visit Patnitop : You must visit between April to October if you are a nature lover and which peak time to visit Patnitop is also and if you are a snow lover then must visit in December to March.
How to reach Patnitop :Patnitop is nice -connected by bus to all the nearby cities, like Udhampur (50 km), Jammu (112 km), Katra (80 km), and Srinagar (180 km). Various options of A/C sleepers Volvo buses, and semi sleepers busesare available from these cities to Patnitop.
Top Tourist Attractions in Patnitop :: Nathatop, SanasarLake,NaagMandir. PatniTop Circular Road,Chenani-Nashri Tunnel, SudhMahadev..
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