Monday, 25 May 2015

Pahalgam - Jammu and Kashmir - India

Floating clouds over the snow covered mountains, a gushing river and a thick forest cover of pine and fir trees is how this picturesque town of Pahalgam greets its visitor. A popular tourist destination in the state of Jammu and Kashmir, Pahalgam is situated at an altitude of 2,130metres. Interestingly, Pahalgam the well -known and well visited destinations...

Thursday, 21 May 2015

Chandanwari - Jammu and Kashmir - India

Chandanwari lies at an elevation of 2923 m above sea level. This is at a distance of 15 km from Pahalgam. It will take 30 minutes to reach Chandanwari. The road passes through old Pahalgam town with traditional Kashmiri houses. At your right side Lidder river will be flowing and you will be passing through hills and bend roads.   It is...

Sunday, 17 May 2015

Betaab Valley - Jammu and Kashmir - India

Betaab valley is situated at a distance of 15 kilometers from Pahalgam in Anantnag district in India’s northernmost state of Jammu and Kashmir. It falls between Pahalgam and Chandanwadi and is en route Amarnath Temple yatra. The valley surrounded by lush green meadows, snow clad mountains and covered with dense vegetation.  Encircled by mountains...

Tuesday, 12 May 2015

Aru Valley - Jammu and Kashmir - India

Aru Valley is a small yet self-sufficient scenic village located 12 km from Pahalgam. The drive up to the village is alluring too. The location of the village among the grasslands, make this place a tourist delight. It is reachable by walking along a mountain path. The village also serves as the start point for trekking to Kolahoi glacier.   Overlooking...

Tuesday, 5 May 2015

Apharwat Peak - Jammu and Kashmir - India

Apharwat Peak is around 13500 feet above sea level. Positioned at approximately 13 km from Gulmarg, it is a prominent tourist destination. This snow enclosed mountain is remotely placed near the LOC with Pakistan. Apharwat Peak is one of the beautiful summits, situated at a height of nearly 4200 m above the sea level. It receives heavy snowfall and remains...

Sunday, 3 May 2015

Gulmarg - Jammu and Kashmir - India

Gulmarg, ‘a meadow of flowers’ is a small yet refreshingly enchanting city of immense natural beauty. Surrounded by pine forests and beautifully ensconced within the majestic Pir Panjal range at a height of around 2600 meters, it is a natural gem of the Himalayan region and the snow-capped mountains only add to the magnificence of the view of this idyllic hill...