Kashmir, The paradise on earth is indeed a nature lover’s wonderland. The State of Jammu & Kashmir has main three geographical region known as ‘The Lesser Himalayas’ or the ‘Jhelum Valley’ (Kashmir), ‘The Inner Himalayas’ or ‘The Indus Valley’ (Ladakh & Frontier areas) also called ‘Trans Himalayas’, and ‘The Outer-Himalayas’ or ‘The Sourthern’.
The valley is distinctively marked by breath-taking lakes, fresh water streams, luscious fruits, magnificent forests, mighty mountains and lush meadows which makes it a paradise on Earth. The mountain-downs or ‘Margs’ are numerous on the tops of the hills ranges prominent being Gulmarg, Sonmarg etc.
Srinagar: The state capital is situated at an altitude of 1730 m. above sea level. The city of Srinagar stretches along the bank of the Jhelum River, which is spanned by nine old and several other new bridges. Canals intersect the city and link the Jhelum with the spring-fed Dal Lake, which is divided by causeways into four parts-Gagribal, Lokutdal, Boddal and Nagin.
Pahalgam: At the confluence of the streams flowing from the river Lidder and Sheshnag lake, Pahalgam was once a humble shepherd’s village with pristine beauty and breathtaking views. At an altitude of 2130 m. and 96 km from Srinagar, Pahalgam is Kashmir’s premier resort; cool even during peak summer.
Gulmarg: At an altitude of 2730 m. and 56 km from Srinagar, Gulmarg is a huge cup-shaped meadow, lush and green, with slopes where the silence is broken only by the tinkle of cow-bells. All around are snow-capped mountains, and on a clear day you can see all the way to Nanga Parbat in one direction and Srinagar in another.
Accommodation: will be provided in decent Hotels in Jammu & Pahalgam and deluxe House boat at Srinagar.
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