After the urban explorations decided to make way to the snow capped peaks and slopes in Srinagar, its stunning landscapes freezing at below zero temperatures receives a good number of footfall of tourists. Although the tourism in Kashmir has started blooming; there are still certain important things that one must consider before making our way to the stunning slopes. Here are the important considerations. Please go through it:

  • Safety

Safety is often the biggest concern of one and all when travelling to Srinagar. It is best to avoid visiting the old Srinagar on Fridays, which is prone to stone pelting related issues. But you can roam freely in the other parts of Srinagar like Dal Lake or Nigeen Lake. Anantnag, which is situated on the highway connecting Pahalgam and Srinagar also witnesses a lot of tension. Ensure that you have a local driver with you when roaming around to safely re-route you in case any protest happens.

  • Moving around in Srinagar

There is no point in just staying in the room of the boutique hotel near Dal Lake that you have booked for yourself. It is recommended to hire a reliable native driver for the entire journey. He can act as your local guardian and ensure to keep you safe. You can further inquire from the driver to know the best spots in Srinagar to visit and the places for authentic Sringari food.

  • Stay

Srinagar has a plethora of Homestays, and luxury boutique hotels in Srinagar to choose from. The price of the rooms in these hotels is on a little elevated side during the season. But to ensure your stay in a best hotel in Srinagar and gain a wonderful overall experience and still save on some amount, it is advisable to book early.

Kashmir, and Srinagar in particular definitely blew one’s mind and with the above information visiting Srinagar is no less than a journey to Paradise.