Kashmir is truly a traveller’s delight all through the year- an ideal holiday destination, be it with family and friends or a romantic interlude or a spirited adventure
Winter brings powdery snow; spring the resurgence of abundant flora; summer balmy fresh air and green meadows; and autumn the auburn hues of the maple or chinar trees. Its natural bounty of aquamarine lakes, undulating meadows and valleys with breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains, skiing in the adrenaline pumping backcountry slopes of Gulmarg, – trekking and hiking trails,all make for a great draw for holidaymakers from around the world.
Begin your journey in Srinagar, visit the historical Mughal Gardens and wrap up with a ride in the ubiquitous shikaras gliding on the placid Dal and Nigeen Lakes. Venture to the cool climes of Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonamarg, for a picture perfect holiday setting. Discover off-beat destinations like Gurez, Lolab Valley, Daksum, Kokernag that offer trekking, fishing and camping experiences for adventure seekers.
Shop for exquisite papier mache crafts, bronze artefacts, Kashmiri carpets and the famed Pashmina shawls hand embroidered by master craftsmen. Sample the delicious local cuisine, especially the Wazwan — the traditional feast at Kashmiri weddings Down all this with the delicate saffron infused Kahwah, the local Kashmiri tea.