Kashmir

1️⃣ Srinagar – The Summer Capital & Houseboats

✅ Dal Lake & Nigeen Lake – Famous for Shikara rides & houseboats
✅ Mughal Gardens – Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh & Chashme Shahi
✅ Hazratbal Shrine & Shankaracharya Temple – Religious sites
✅ Lal Chowk & Polo View Market – Shopping for Kashmiri handicrafts

➤ Best for: Romantic trips, cultural experiences, and lake views

2️⃣ Gulmarg – The Winter Wonderland

✅ Gulmarg Gondola – One of the world’s highest cable cars
✅ Skiing & Snowboarding – Popular in winter
✅ Alpather Lake & Apharwat Peak – Stunning mountain views

➤ Best for: Snow sports, honeymoon, and adventure seekers

3️⃣ Pahalgam – The Valley of Shepherds

✅ Betaab Valley & Aru Valley – Breathtaking landscapes
✅ Lidder River – Rafting & trout fishing
✅ Baisaran Hills (Mini Switzerland) – Horse riding & camping

➤ Best for: Family vacations, trekking & nature lovers

4️⃣ Sonmarg – The Meadow of Gold

✅ Thajiwas Glacier – Snow activities & trekking
✅ Zero Point & Zojila Pass – Scenic Himalayan views
✅ Baltal Base Camp – Gateway to Amarnath Yatra

➤ Best for: Summer retreats & glacier visits

5️⃣ Leh-Ladakh – The Adventure Hub

✅ Pangong Lake & Tso Moriri – Beautiful blue lakes
✅ Magnetic Hill & Nubra Valley – Stunning landscapes
✅ Monasteries like Hemis & Thiksey – Buddhist culture

➤ Best for: Road trips, adventure travel & bike riders

🔹 Best Time to Visit Kashmir

• Summer (April – June): Best for sightseeing, houseboats & trekking
• Monsoon (July – September): Green landscapes, fewer crowds
• Winter (October – March): Best for snowfall, skiing & winter sports

🔹 Activities & Things to Do in Kashmir

🚠 Shikara ride on Dal Lake
⛷️ Skiing & snowboarding in Gulmarg
🐎 Horse riding in Pahalgam & Sonmarg
🚵 Trekking to Tarsar Marsar & Great Lakes
🛍️ Shopping for Pashmina, saffron & Kashmiri handicrafts

🔹 Kashmiri Cuisine

🍲 Rogan Josh – Spicy mutton curry
🥩 Gushtaba – Minced meatballs in yogurt gravy
🍵 Kahwa Tea – Traditional saffron-flavored green tea
🍚 Dum Aloo – Famous Kashmiri vegetarian dish

🔹 Why Visit Kashmir?

💚 Heavenly landscapes – Snowy peaks, valleys, & rivers
🎭 Rich culture & traditions – Kashmiri music, art & festivals
⛷️ Adventure & sports – Trekking, skiing, & river rafting
💑 Perfect for honeymooners – Romantic Shikara rides & houseboat stays