Stoppages In Your Heavenly Trip To Kashmir

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Situated at the Northern tip of the country’s map, Jammu and Kashmir is the most beautiful state in India, in terms of scenic beauty. People who have once been there have whole-heartedly agreed on the historic words that Mughal emperor Jahangir had uttered describing the beauty of Kashmir. He had said if there is paradise on earth, it is here, it is here, it is here. Kashmir is a place where one can feel the holy touch of Mother Nature at every footstep. The beauty of some places is absolutely indescribable and makes people feel like roaming on the heaven’s arena. It seems God has created these places with his own hands and utmost care. If you are yet to step on the paradise on earth, then make a ‘heavenly’ trip today. Check out different Kashmir travel packages and choose one that covers all the prime spots. For that first you need to know about the most beautiful places in Kashmir. Here are details of top 10 places in Kashmir that mesmerize travelers the most with their breathtaking scenic beauty.

Dal Lake: Located in Srinagar, the capital of Jammu and Kashmir, the Dal Lake is absolutely stunning. Reflection ...
... of the mountains surrounding the water body on the lake’s crystal clear water simply adds to the charm. The biggest attractions of Dal Lake are enjoying accommodation on a houseboat and exploring the lake on a shikara (local boat). The Dal Lake offers an absolutely breathtaking view of the ranges and peaks.

Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden: Situated in Chasmashahi, Srinagar, the Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden is Asia’s largest. Spread over an area of 12 hectares on the foot of Zabarwan Hills, the garden offers a stunning color riots with tulips of different colors blooming all over. The garden also offers a grand view of the nearby Dal Lake.

Gulmarg Gondola: How about making an aerial tour over a huge landmass covered with ice? That’s what you would be enjoying at the Gulmarg Gondola. It’s a cable car ride over the snow-covered Gulmarg Valley. The cable car would take you from the Gulmarg Resort to the Kongdoori Station on first stage and from there to the Kongdoori Mountain. The beauty of Nature that you will experience from the cable car is simply breathtaking.

Shalimar Bagh Mughal Gardens: Designed on the famous Charbagh style, the Shalimar Bagh in Srinagar is one of the largest and beautiful gardens that date back to the Mughal era. The place offers absolute serenity and of course a stunning view of the surroundings.

Pahelgaon: Set on the lap of breathtaking valley offering grand view of the snow capped peaks, Pahalgaon is certainly on the biggest highlights of Kashmir tourism. It’s a hill station and a small town blessed heavily by Mother Nature.

Sonmarg: Situated in the Ganderbal district, Sonmarg is another hill station from where one can enjoy stunning view of the Kalhoi and Machoi glaciers. Tent staying on the serene valley is something you should opt for.

Thajiwas Glacier: At a short distance of 7 kilometers from Sonmarg Valley, Thajiwas Glacier is another beautiful spot. People go for trekking tours to the glacier from the valley and enjoy breathtaking scenic beauty.

Other than these there are three beautiful spots including two golf courses where scenic beauty is at its best. Sonmarg Golf Course and Pahelgaon Golf Course are set beautifully on the valley slopes and the undulating green landscapes are simply mesmerizing. Situated close to Pahelgaon in Anantnag, the Betab Valley, which was named after hit Bollywood Movie Betab, is another stunning spot.

So plan your trip and choose one from Kashmir holiday packages at WAH Holidays. The best time to visit Kashmir would be in between March and October.

Author is a traveller and adventure seeker and loving her work roam around a number of travel destinations around the world. Currently she is responsible for writing about Kashmir tourism packages and Srinagar tourism packages.