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with experiences that excite, romanticize and chill at the same
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Kashmir
The
valley of Kashmir situated in the northern most part of India is the
paradise on earth and arguably the most beautiful place on the face of the
planet. It is a place that will grip you with its hypnotic beauty and you
are sure to fall in love with its grandeur and magnificence. The essence
of Kashmir is completely Indian including the culture, tradition, people
and natural brilliance. The serene beauty and the tranquility of the place
is what makes it so special. Tourism is one of the main pillars of the
economy of the state with a large population involved in tourim related
activities.
Tourist Atrractions
Srinagar
The world famous tourist centre Srinagar is the summer capital of the
state. Some of the notable tourist spots in Srinagar are Dal Lake, Nishat
Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, and Chashma Shahi. Tourists can enjoy scenic rides in
the houseboats known as Shikaras.
Jammu
Jammu is the winter
capital of the state of Jammu and Kashmir and is another famous tourist
place in the state. It serves as a base camp for devotees travelling to
the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine. It is also sometimes called the city of
temples. Some of the famous temples situated here are Raghunath Temple,
The temple of Maha Kali, Gauri Kund Temple, Shudh Mahadev Temple, Shiva
Temple, Peer Khoh Cave Temple, Ranbireshwar Temple, and the Parmandal
Temple.
Patnitop
Patnitop near the
Vaishno Devi temple is another famous tourist place where the adventure
sport of skiing can be enjoyed during the winter months.
Ladakh
It is famous for the Buddhist pilgrimage
sites, the scenic beauty and the serenity of the place. The main tourist
attractions are Leh Palace, Namgyal Tsemo Gompa, Sankar Gompa, Shanti
Stupa and Soma Gompa.
Besides, the tourists can enjoy winter
sports like skiing and heliskiing in Gulmarg and take to fishing, horse
riding, golf and trekking in Pahalgam. Other popular tourist destinations
include Sonamarg, Wullar Lake, Kargil, Sanasar, Kishtwar and Krimchi.
Climate
The climatic conditions in Kashmir can change very
quickly so one has to be prepared for the worse. While in the day time the
harsh sun can produce unbearable heat, the temperature drops dramatically
during the night. Proper clothing including woollens and windcheaters
should be carried along to tackle the unexpected weather. Winter sees a
lot of snow falling in this region which enhances the beauty of the place
even further. The best time to enjoy the splendors of the Kashmir valley
is between the months of May and September.
Culture
Culture is deeply etched into the lives of the Kashmiri people. A lot of
handricraft items such as the Kashmiri shawls and the beautifully
embroidered caps are quite famous among the tourists. One of the important
dance festivals, the Hemis festival is held in the month of July which
sees a lot of tourists coming to the place from all over the world. The
dance is characterized by a lot of masked men dancing around with music
playing along. Other festivals are organised by monasteries like Lamayuru,
Thiksey, Spitook, Likir and many others. A 15-day-long Ladakh festival is
organised by the tourism department of Jammu and Kashmir to exhibit the
region's folk dances, art and craft, sporting events and rituals.
How to Reach
By Air - The major
flight carriers in India operate flights which connect Srinagar, Jammu,
and Leh to the major metro cities of India.
By
Rail - The main railway station of the state is situated in Jammu
which connects Kashmir to all major cities of India. The upper reaches of
Kashmir do not support a rail network because of the difficult terrain.
By Road - The national highways and other
roads such as the Srinagar-Leh and the Manali-Leh highway connect the
major places in Kashmir with the rest of the state. They offer easy access
as well as dazzling sights for the tourists.
Recommended
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