A destination for Tourist of all Ages throughout the year.
Situated at the extreme north of of India . Kashmir is known all over the world as “ The Paradise On Earth”.
The valley itself is 128 kms long from South East to North West. 30 to 40 kms wide.You will find the people themselves have a natural charm, always friendly and helpful.
You enter a new civilization of gentleness beauty and peace, with all the modern amenities of accommodation and transport and much more that you will discover for yourself.
Come with any budget; spend as little or as much as you want.The quaint charm of Houseboats of Dal Lake, Nageen Lake and Naseem Lake in Srinagar to stay is must .The Houseboats are having with two Bed rooms, three bed rooms and four bed rooms with attached bath, with dining and Sitting room also with Sun deck. Each houseboat is having the attended who can also serve the food. Explore lapping journeys on a Shikara (Gandola) in the lakes, past floating gardens.
Regional Languages are:
1 Kashmiri.
2 Dogri.
3 Balti (Pali)
4 Dardi
5 Punjabi.
6 Pahari
7 Ladakhi
8 Tibetan and English.
Major Rivers of Jammu and Kashmir are: Tawi, Chenab, Indus, Sind, Lidder and the Jhelum
Population: 10 million.
Ashoka founded the present city of Srinagar in the period 272-232 B.C- the city of goddess Lakhashmi.
Srinagar
Is Jammu and Kashmir’s Summer capital more than 2000 years old in the heart of Kashmir valley spreads out on both side of river Jehlum. Srinagar has been called the “Venice of the orient”
Elevation: 5214fts-1700mtrs
Communication and Transport:
By Air:
All major Airlines are operating daily to Srinagar from all major Cities of India..
18 kms from the center of city to airport. Taxis are easily available/Pre Paid Taxi .
By Rail: The nearest railhead is Udhampur 215 Kms & Jammu 305 kms away.
By Road: Srinagar being the only major town linked by road to the rest of the country.
Famous Lakes
Dal Lake
In Srinagar’s Aquatic Plaza around the lake. Villages and Orchids and the Famous gardens built by the Moghul Emperors famous for Shikra ride. Most of the House Boats around in Dal Lake.
Nagin Lake:
Popular for water sports like water skiing, swimming, diving and sailing.( Paste Lotus Flower)
Manasbal Lake:
This Lake is famous for Lotus flowers during summer and Paradise for Bird Watchers,. Between the river and foot of the Mountains spurs lower end of the Sind valley famous for Picnic spot.
Wular Lake:
The Largest fresh water Lake in India 26 Kms long and 8 Kms wide. Surrounded by the mountains. The river Jehlum pases right through the Lake the deepest part is near the Hill Called BABA SHUKR-UD-DIN on the north west side.
Mughal Gardens
Nishat Bagh:
The Garden of bliss laid down by Asif Khan father of Empress Noorjahan in 1633AD on the bank of Dal Lake with Zabarvan Massif at the back. In Nishat commands magnificent view of the Lake and the Snow capped Pir Panchal Range to the west of the valley.
ShalamirBagh:
The Abode Of Love.’ Is said to have been a village, built by Paravarassna II. He used to stay here when on a visit to Sukhswami a saint living near Harwan. In 1619 Jehangir ordered a garden to be laid out this spot, calling it, Ferrah Bakkash (Delightful).
Chasma – Shahi: East of Srinagar. Bulit in 1634 A.D by Shah- Jahan. It commands a superb view of the Dal Lake it has the advantage of having a natural spring of Pure, Cool and Sparking water known as Chasma- Shahi (Royal Spring).
Historical Places:
Parimahal ( The palaces of Fairies)
it was a school of Astrology built by Dhara Shikua, Shah Jahan’s eldest son for his tutor Muhlah Shah. School of observatory.
Hari Prabat: The Hill of Hari Parbat crowned by the pathan fort is visible from every part of the city. 400 feet above the plain.
Shankrancharya Temple: This Temple is situated at the height of 1000ft above the plain. The earliest of all the Temples built in 200 BC,. By Jalaka the son of the Great Buddhist convert Ashoka. The temple was subsequently rebuilt and dedicated by Raja Gopadittya in 6th Century. It is said to be that “ the Takhut-I-Sulaiman (throne one of the Solomon).From the top one can have Panormaic view of Srinagar City.
Hazrat Bal: It is the most important Muslim Religious place, situated on the western shore of Dal Lake.
Jamia Masjid: The largest Masque built by Sultan Sikandar Constructed in 1400 A.D. Enlarged by his son Zain-Ul- Abdin.
Tomb Of Zain-Ul-Abdin: The most attractive chapter of Muslim rule in Kashmir (1421-1472) in the reign of Zain- Ul-Abdin
Pather Masjid: Pather Masjid of the Mughal Mosque built by emperor Noor Jahan in 1620 A.D. wife of Jahangir. Muslims did not however use it for prayers.
Shah Hamdan: originally built in 1953 AD. To commemorate the visit of Mir Syed Ali Hamdan destroyed by fire in 1479 and 1731 AD. It was rebuilt in 1732 by Abdul Barket Khan and since then stand as a land mark in the City. Built of timber, not a nail or Screw was used in the construction.
Makhdoom Sahib:
The Ziyarirat of the saint is situated on the southern slope of Hari Paribat. This is one of the most popular Shrines of Muslims
Details of Tour Packages / Itinerary On Request
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