Some Must-Visit Natural Corners of Kashmir

Kashmir, with its poetic beauty of nature, has been alluring backpackers from far and wide. There is no question about the fact that this Himalayan region is paradise for nature-lovers. On one hand, there are the photogenic lakes & gardens of Srinagar. And on the other hand, there are superb landscapes & rugged mountains of Ladakh which leave the visitors spellbound during Kashmir holiday. Also, the region is home to some great trekking trails, religious sanctums and cultural heritages which never fail to becharm the backpackers.

Well, you happen to Plan a Kashmir tour in near future, here are some popular natural attractions you can pay a visit to.

Pahalgam: If you’ve watched the latest Bollywood flick ‘Jab Tak Hai Jan’, then you must have seen this superb scenic hill station in backdrop of many scenes and the famous song ‘Jiya Re’. Nestled amidst fascinating Himalayan hills, on the shimmering Lidder River, Gulmarg is truly a piece of heaven. Breathtaking natural beauty and scrumptious weather are the reasons why love-struck couples come in large number. This lovely hill town is famous to be the base camp for trekking for Amarnath Yatra.

Gulmarg: There are several reasons why Gulmarg is gaining popularity as a premium tourist destination in Kashmir. Besides of being in proximity to the capital city Srinagar, it is where a tourist shall be greeted by the breathtaking vistas of snowy hills, sweet melodies of rivers & waterfalls and enchanting aroma of flowery valleys. If Kashmir is said to be a heaven on earth, almost half of the credit goes to Gulmarg. You bet? Come here, and explore this marvelous hill resort by your own. During winters, it happens to be a major skiing destination of North India.

Nubra Valley: You’ll be left hypnotic by the natural grace this valley has to offer. It is said that this valley was once under a huge glacier. Today, what one can see, as remnants, are stretches of sand dunes and rocky plains with green shade. The lofty hills of Kumarkoram Range envelop the valley and give it a mesmeric quant and quiet charm. For trekkers, this place is nothing less than a heaven, boating many trekking trails which pass through some superb facets of nature.

Srinagar: It has become customary that all Kashmir tour packages include Srinagar in itinerary. And this is not without a reason. The summer capital of Jammu & Kashmir, Srinagar is a place of rhapsodic beauty of nature and appealing cultural heritages. The superb scenic Dal Lake is where travelers find healing serenity & solace, while the exotic Mughal Gardens are perfect for romantic escapade. Additionally, lush green plantations, stunning views of mountains and delicious cuisines leave mark on visitors to this fabulous place. Shikara Boat ride in Dal Lake is the signature attraction of Srinagar.