Yusmarg is approximately 47 km from the Srinagar and lies in the Badgam district of Jammu and Kashmir. The two-hour drive to the place is an enjoyment in itself. Grassy pastures stretching to acres of land, the dense forests full of pine trees, with the backdrop of splendid snow capped mountains leave you almost speechless. The two-hour drive from...
Satsar Lake, also known as Sat Sar (the seven lakes), is located in the Ganderbal district of Jammu and Kashmir. It is a cluster of seven interconnected alpine lakes and is set in a cascade-like formation. Perched at an elevation of 3600 metres above the sea level, this lake has an expanse of 4 km. This beautiful water body is visited by hordes of tourists...
Nagin Lake got its name from the trees surrounding the lake. Popularly known as the 'Jewel in the Ring’, it is one of the impressive lakes in east Srinagar. The lake with its deep blue waters is separated from the Dal Lake by a thin causeway and is an exciting tourist spot with number of houseboats dwindling in the calm waters. Leading from the Dal is...
Pari Mahal, which is also known as ‘The Abode of Fairies’ depicts a wonderful garden. It is pinpointed at the top of Zabarwan Mountain. It is the monument which is just located at five minutes’ drive from Chashmasahi which is the smallest Mughal Mahal. Inside the Mahal, there is an ancient Buddhist monastery and now has been converted into a school of...
Dal Lake is a beautiful water body nestled amidst scenic surroundings in Srinagar. Representing tourism in Srinagar on an international level, it is rightly referred to as the 'Jewel in the Crown of Kashmir'. With an area of 22 sq. km, this monotonic lake prides in being the second largest lake in the northern state. It has significant association with...
Nundkol Lake is an oligotrophic alpine lake situated in the Kashmir Valley, in Ganderbal district of Jammu and Kashmir. Nundkol Lake lies at the foothills of Mount Haramukh (5,142 metres). Gangbal Lake which is bigger and at higher elevation lies 1.5 km to the north of the lake. Surrounded by the lush green meadows, the banks of the Nundkol...
Patnitop, is one of the beautiful hill stations which are famous for picturesque surroundings. It is located in the Udhampur district in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. This beautiful tourist spot is located on the National Highway 1A on the way from Udhampur to Srinagar, which is 112 kilometers from Jammu. This beautiful hill station...
The Sinthan pass connects Kashmir valley with Jammu Province through Kishtwar, it is 12700 feet (3,8930 m) above sea level and is snow-capped for most of the year. The new highway is well built and secure and almost effortlessly takes you to Sinthan Top. The vast majority of tourists are unaware of this place. Getting there may take a lot of time...
