The Kashmir

Kashmir is popularly known as “Paradise on Earth” or “India’s Switzerland”. Many poems and stories have been written on Kashmir’s beauty and it is also rightly said that words fail to fall short on how beautiful Kashmir is. It is not only the favorite destination of tourists all over the world, but also a popular choice of many film-makers. 

Salman Rushdie quotes “I’ve never seen anywhere in the world as beautiful as Kashmir. It has something to do with the fact that the valley is very small and the mountains are very big, so you have this miniature countryside surrounded by the Himalayas, and it’s just spectacular. And it’s true; the people are very beautiful too.”

Here are few of the reasons why one should visit Kashmir atleast once in their lifetime:

Mesmerizing Landscapes: 

The landscape of Kashmir is unique in a way that it has everything ranging from dense forests to green meadows, water streams to pristine lakes, mountains to trekking points and not to mention the serenity all around. 

Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Chenab Valley, Kargil and Pahalgam are the places that one should definitely visit when in Kashmir. Gulmarg is a popular spot to experience snow adventure activities and a Gondola ride. 

Experience the Shikara:

Spending atleast a night in the houseboats in Dal Lake, Srinagar (Shikara as the locals call it) should be the top-most thing to do when in Kashmir. Enjoy the hospitality of the locals and enjoy their home-made food made with love while letting them pamper you!

Amazing Trekking Points for the Adventurous Soul

Every year Kashmir attracts thousands of tourists who just want to indulge into adventure activities! Give a treat to the adventurer lover in you by trying out various sports such as river-rafting, golfing, skiing or just going for a trek! 

Aru village path to Kolahoi Glacier, Zoji-la pass Gateway to Ladakh and Kashmir Great Lakes Trek are popular trekking spots in Kashmir. 

Visit the lesser known gem Kathua

Kathua is one of the lesser known gems in Kashmir which is located 88 kms away from Jammu. Locals believe that Jodh Singh of Andotra Dynasty who was a popular Rajput King settled in the region with his three sons who later on went about to found three small towns namely, TarafBhajwal, TarafManjali and TarafTajwal. 

The district of Kathua is one of the most beautiful in the district. It is popular amongst the tourists for religious centers such as DhoulaWali Mata, Airwan Temple, Asha Purani, Gurudwara Singh Sabha and more. 

Shop the Handicrafts:

Kashmir is well-known for Carpet weaving, shawl weaving, and walnut wood carving. The locals are involved in family businesses that involve around shawl weaving and walnut wood carving. You can catch the locals in action and shop the delicately embroidered carpets and shawls directly from them!

Experience the Local Cuisines:

For all the foodies who love trying out new cuisines, Kashmir is indeed the place to be! For meat lovers Rogan Josh is a must try. Other must try dishes are Kashmiri Saag and Khatte Baingan.