Thursday, 29 December 2011

Attraction of Kashmir


Srinagar Sightseeing

Srinagar is located in the heart of the Kashmir valley at an altitude of 1,730 m above sea level, spread on both sides
of the river Jhelum. The Dal and Nagin lakes enhance its picturesque setting, while the changing play of the
seasons and the salubrious climate ensures that the city is equally attractive to visitors around the year.



Sonagmarg Sightseeing


Sonamarg is the base of a major trek that passes along several mountain lakes –Vishansar, Kishansar,
Gadsar, Satsar and Gangabal. Sonamarg is also the take off station for the drive to Ladakh across the
Zojila, a major pass in the Great Himalayan Range, through which the Srinagar-Leh Road passes.



Pahalgam Sightseeing

Pahalgam is probaly the most popular hill resort in the Kashmir valley. Since it is rather lower than
Gulmarg the nighttime temperatures do not drop so low and it has the further advantage
of the beautiful Lidder River running right through the town.




Gulmarg Sightseeing

Gulmarg looks like a fantasy set in a film and not surprisingly have been the venue of several films.
The valley of Gulmarg, a large meadow about 3-sq-kms in area stands at 2,730 metres, 56-km
south west of Srinagar . The name means 'Meadow Of Flowers' and in the spring it's just that,
a rolling meadow dotted with countless colourful Bluebells, Daisies, Forget Me Not's and
Buttercups. The valley itself is about 3-km long and up to a km wide.



Amarnath Yatra Sightseeing

Amarnath pilgrimages is the oldest organized travel system, evolved over time by Hindu sages and
embodying the spirit of wander, adventure and spirituality. One of the holy trinity, Shiva is a living god.
The most ancient and sacred book of India, the Rig Veda evokes his presence in its hymns. Vedic myths,
ritual and even astronomy testify to his existence from the dawn of time.



Vaishno Devi Temple


Shri Mata Vaishno Devi, which is approachable on foot along a 13 kms long well laid footpath.
Every year, more than 4.5 million pilgrims pass through Katra on their way to the holy shrine.
The cave shrine of Mata Vasihnodeviji or Trikuta Bhagwati (alt: 5,200 ft.) has been a beacon
of faith and fulfilment to millions of devotees from all over the world.
The pilgrimage to the Shrine holds great significance for the pilgrims.

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