Kashmir - 

Today Srinagar is a resort for the tourists who can experience, at first hand, the peculiar beauty of the valley that has attracted the Chinese, the Mughals and the British to it. Its waterways with their own quaint lifestyle, the unique Houseboat, the blossoming gardens, water sports activities, shopping for lovingly hand-crafted souvenirs and the nearby resorts make it a cherished spot among those looking for a memorable holiday. 

 

Dal Lake - 

Dal Lake is one of the most beautiful lakes of India and the second largest in the J&K state. Its three sides are surrounded by majesticmountains and a large number of gardens and orchards have been laid along the shores. The campus of University of Kashmir is also located along the shores of the lake. Dal Lake is unique in having hundreds of houseboats, which afford an opportunity for tourists to reside on the lake in an atmosphere of peace and tranquility. 

 

Nagin Lake - 

Nagin Lake is located just a small distance away from Dal Lake. In fact both the water bodies are interconnected by a small water channel. In summer time the water is pleasantly cool. Even in the middle of the lake you can experience the thrill of shopping. There are boats that are full-fledged shops on the move. You can buy eateries, exquisite handicrafts, even the famous Pashmina shawls, and if you wish, you can even make a call from the mobile phone booths. 

 

Wular Lake -

 It is difficult to describe in mere words the beguiling beauty of WularLake. For one, its formidable size - this is one of Asia's largest fresh water lakes - for another, it changes character with every few miles. The drive from Srinagar will take you to the calm waters of Manasbal, where there is no other sound but birdsong. Manasbal has often been described as the bird watcher's paradise, and as your shikara glides through this mirror of tranquillity, you will experience yet another facet of Kashmir.From Watlab, the WularLake stretches away as far as the eye can see, edged by picturesque villages around terraced breeze-rippled fields of paddy, in a riotous burst of colour, the sheer grandeur of the spectacular countryside at leisure.

 

Ladakh 

Pangong Lake - (150 KM/4267 M), is about 130 km long, 5-6 km wide, straddling across the border between India & China. The ochre hills of the Change-chenmo range surrounding it from the north provide a spectacular backdrop to the blue and green expanse of its brackish water. 

 

Tsomo-riri Lake - (220 Km/4572m) 

Set in the desolate landscape of rupshu, is famous as the breeding ground of the rare bare-headed geese, and home to a number of other rare bird species. The small village of Korzok, with its hilltop monastery is the only habitation in the area, which is other wise inhabited by the nomadic Change-pa tribe. 

Tsokar Lake - It is renowned for bird watching and is located on  Leh - Manali road , migratory birds adorn this lake during summer months.

 

Mansar Lake - 

Situated 62 kms from Jammu, Mansar is a beautiful lake fringed by forest-covered hills, over a mile in length by half-a-mile in width. Besides being a popular excursion destination in Jammu, it is also a holy site, sharing the legend and sanctity of Lake Mansarovar. Newly weds consider it auspicious to perform three circumambulations (‘Parikarma’) around the lake to seek the blessings of Sheshnag, the lord of serpents, whose shrine is located on its eastern bank. There are also some ancient temples on the lake’s shores, which are visited by devotees in large numbers. Mansar is also ideal for boating.

 

Surinsar Lake - 

Surinsar, at a distance of 9kms from Mansar is a smaller lake but as picturesque with an island situated in the middle. Religious taboos do not permit swimming or boating in the lake. It is a wetland and a bird sanctuary rich in flora and fauna. Water birds of all variety make this lake a bird watcher’s haven.          

 

Things to do in Kashmir - The Heaven on Earth

• 1. Shikara Ride in Dal Lake
• 2. Gondola Rides at Gulmarg
• 3.  Experience Nature’s Wonder at Magnetic Hill
• 4. Trek Chadar Lake
• 5. Down the Slopes of Gulmarg valley
• 6. Stay in a House Boat
• 7. Indulge in the Heavenly Taste of Kashmiri Cuisine
• 8.  A Trip to Shalimar Bagh
• 9.  Must Visit the Monasteries of Kashmir
• 10.  Experience Sheer Adventure (Moutain biking, camping, rafting)

 

Destinations to Visit in Kashmir

•  1.Srinagar
• 2. Pahalgam
• 3. Gulmarg
• 4. Sonmarg
• 5. Kashmir Valley
• 6. Kargil
• 7. Leh, Ladakh
• 8. Pulwama 
• 9. Hemis
• 10. Kupwara

 

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