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Dachigam National Park

Category: Zoo / Aqua Parks

Best Time to visit: April, May, Summer

Location: srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India

Dachigam National Park is located 22 kilometers from Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. It covers an area of 141 km2. The name of the park literally stands for “ten villages” which could be in memory of the ten villages that were relocated for its formation. The mountain sides below the tree...

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About Dachigam National Park:

Dachigam National Park is located 22 kilometers from Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. It covers an area of 141 km2. The name of the park literally stands for “ten villages” which could be in memory of the ten villages that were relocated for its formation. The mountain sides below the tree line are wooded. Most of this coniferous forest consists of broad leaf species. Interspersed between these are alpine pastures, meadows, waterfalls and scrub vegetation with deep gullies, locally known as Nars, running down the mountain face.

Dachigam National Park, located 22 km from Srinagar, is popular as the home of the rare and critically endangered Hangul or Kashmir stag.  Located high among its interiors is the Marsar lake from which flows the Dagwan river.

Dachigam was initially established to ensure the supply of clean drinking water to Srinagar city. A protected area since 1910, it was declared as a national park in 1981. The park is best known as the home of the hangul, or Kashmir stag.

 

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Dachigam forest is a beautiful place surrounded by pure nature, mountains and water body. Amazing experience. Its a great National Park

Best Time to Visit: April, May, Summer

Location: srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India

How to Reach There:

Airport: Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport Srinagar

The nearest airport Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport Srinagar. We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Srinagar railway station to Dachigam National Park is 29.5 km

Railway Station: Srinagar railway station

The nearest Railway Station is Srinagar railway station. We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Srinagar railway station to Dachigam National Park is 21.6 km

Bus Stand: Srinagar Bus Stand

The nearest Bus Stand is Srinagar Bus Stand. We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Srinagar Bus Stand to Dachigam National Park is 20.5 km

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Pari Mahal

Category: View Ponits

Best Time to visit: April, May, June, Summer, July, August, Monsoon

Location: srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India

Pari Mahal also known as The Palace of Fairies, is a seven-terraced garden located at the top of Zabarwan mountain range, overlooking the city of Srinagar. The main attraction is the numerous colourful flowers and exotic fruit plantations. The Palace of Fairies was built by Dara Shikoh, the eldest son...

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About Pari Mahal:

Pari Mahal also known as The Palace of Fairies, is a seven-terraced garden located at the top of Zabarwan mountain range, overlooking the city of Srinagar. The main attraction is the numerous colourful flowers and exotic fruit plantations. The Palace of Fairies was built by Dara Shikoh, the eldest son of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. It is believed that the mahal was once a Buddhist monastery. Pari Mahal was built in the mid-1600s by Mughal Prince Dara Shikoh. It served as a house and a library.

The Pari Mahal has also been used as a top-secret interrogation centre and as a base for high-level bureaucrats.

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View is amazing from mahal. It archeological sight seen. One would love to spend evening viewing sunset.

Best Time to Visit: April, May, June, Summer, July, August, Monsoon

Location: srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India

How to Reach There:

Airport: Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport Srinagar

The nearest Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport Srinagar. We need to take an private vehicle and the distance between Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport Srinagar to Pari Mahal is 21.3km

Railway Station: Srinagar railway station

The nearest Railway Station is Srinagar railway station. We need to take an private vehicle and the distance between Srinagar railway station to Pari Mahal  is 20.3 km

Bus Stand: Srinagar Bus Stand

The nearest Bus Stand is Srinagar Bus Stand. We need to take an private vehicle and the distance between Srinagar Bus Stand to Pari Mahal  is 9.2 km

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Char Chinar

Category: View Ponits

Best Time to visit: June, Summer, July, Monsoon

Location: srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India

Char Chinar, also sometimes called Char Chinari, Ropa Lank, or Rupa Lank, is an island in Dal Lake, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. Dal Lake includes 3 islands, 2 of which are marked with beautiful Chinar trees. The island located on the Lakut Dal is known as Roph Lank, is marked...

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About Char Chinar:

Char Chinar, also sometimes called Char Chinari, Ropa Lank, or Rupa Lank, is an island in Dal Lake, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. Dal Lake includes 3 islands, 2 of which are marked with beautiful Chinar trees. The island located on the Lakut Dal is known as Roph Lank, is marked with the presence of majestic Chinar trees at the four corners, thus known as Char-Chinari.

The second Chinar Island, known as Sone Lank, is located on the Bod Dal, and over looks the holy shrine of Hazratbal. It is said that the oldest Chinar tree in Kashmir, around 700 years old, was planted by the Sufi Saint Syed Qasim Shah in Chattergam, in central Kashmir’s Budgam district. The tree grew to be 14.78 metres high. Chinar trees characteristically grow in Eastern Himalayas. There botanical name is Platanus orientalis.

 

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This garden located in the middle of lake, there isn't any special things and activity there.

Best Time to Visit: June, Summer, July, Monsoon

Location: srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India

How to Reach There:

Airport: Srinagar International Airport

The nearest airport is Srinagar International Airport. We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Srinagar International Airport to Char Chinar is 18.2km approximately

Railway Station: Srinagar railway station

The nearest Railway Station is Srinagar railway station. We need to take an private vehicle and The nearest Bus Stand is the distance between Srinagar railway station to Char Chinar is 17.1 km

Bus Stand: Srinagar Bus Stand

The nearest Bus Stand is Srinagar Bus Stand. We need to take an private vehicle and  the distance between Srinagar Bus Stand to Char Chinar is 14.5 km

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Jamia Masjid Srinagar

Category: Museums And Art Gallery

Best Time to visit: June, Summer, July, Monsoon

Location: srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India

Jamia Masjid is a 600-year-old mosque in Srinagar, located in the Nowhatta area amidst the bustle of local bazaars. The tranquil mosque is known for its unique architecture, the highlight being the 378 wooden Deodar pillars. The mosque becomes especially crowded on Fridays. The fountain inside the mosque premise is...

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About Jamia Masjid Srinagar:

Jamia Masjid is a 600-year-old mosque in Srinagar, located in the Nowhatta area amidst the bustle of local bazaars. The tranquil mosque is known for its unique architecture, the highlight being the 378 wooden Deodar pillars.

The mosque becomes especially crowded on Fridays. The fountain inside the mosque premise is used for ablution or wadu. Jamia Masjid was built by Sultan Sikandar Shah Kashmiri Shahmiri in 1394. Jamia Masjid of Srinagar is a significant religious edifice, situated in the heart of the city’s old part. This mosque was constructed in AD 1400, under the patronage of Sultan Sikandar. The attractions of the Jamia Masjid of Srinagar, Kashmir include beautiful Indo-Saracenic architecture, a magnificent courtyard and 370 wooden pillars

 

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It's a very large mosque in the old city of Srinagar it has many wooden beams which looks quite good

Best Time to Visit: June, Summer, July, Monsoon

Location: srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India

How to Reach There:

Airport: Srinagar International Airport

The nearest Srinagar International Airport. We need to take an private vehicle  and the distance between Srinagar International Airportto Jamia Masjid Srinagar  is 13.7km

Railway Station: Srinagar railway station

The nearest Railway Station is Srinagar railway station. We need to take an private vehicle and the distance between Srinagar railway station to Jamia Masjid Srinagar  is 14.5km

Bus Stand: Srinagar Bus Stand

The nearest Bus Stand is Srinagar Bus Stand. We need to take an private vehicle and the distance between Srinagar Bus Stand to Jamia Masjid Srinagar  is 4.5km

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Shankaracharya temple

Category: Religeous Places

Best Time to visit: May, June, Summer, July, September, Monsoon

Location: srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India

The Shankaracharya Temple is also known as the Jyeshteshwara Temple. It is situated on top of the Shankaracharya Hill on the Zabarwan Range in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is at a height of 1,000 feet above the valley floor and overlooks...

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About Shankaracharya temple:

The Shankaracharya Temple is also known as the Jyeshteshwara Temple. It is situated on top of the Shankaracharya Hill on the Zabarwan Range in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is at a height of 1,000 feet above the valley floor and overlooks the city of Srinagar.

The earliest historical reference to the hill comes from Kalhana. He called the mountain Gopadri. Kalhana says that King Gopaditya granted the land at the foot of the hill to the Brahmins that had come from the “Araya versh.”

Jaluka, the son of Emperor Ashoka had built this Shankaracharya Temple around 200 BC. Nestled at an elevation of 1100 feet, the temple is one of the famous sacred sites in Srinagar.

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Very best view of the beautiful city of Srinagar. The shikaras look like a jewel in the lake. Best attraction to visit.

Best Time to Visit: May, June, Summer, July, September, Monsoon

Location: srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India

How to Reach There:

Airport: Srinagar International Airport

The nearest airport is Srinagar International Airport . The transportation from Srinagar International Airport to the temple can be via an private vehicle. The total distance from the airport is 19.8km approximately

Railway Station: Srinagar railway station

The nearest Railway Station is Srinagar railway station. We need to take an private vehicle and the distance between Srinagar railway station to Shankaracharya temple  is 21.4 km

Bus Stand: Srinagar Bus Stand

The nearest Bus Stand is Srinagar Bus Stand. We need to take an private vehicle and the distance between Srinagar Bus Stand to Shankaracharya temple is 8.3 km

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Salim Ali National Park

Category: Amusment / Theme / Aqua Parks

Best Time to visit: April, May, June, Summer, July, Monsoon, November, December, Winter

Location: srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India

Salim Ali National Park is a national park housing beautiful mangrove shrubbery habitat for several endangered animals and birds alike. Officially named in commemoration of ornithologist Salim Ali in 1986, this national park is spread across an expanse of 9 km. The Salim Ali National Park is among the three...

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About Salim Ali National Park:

Salim Ali National Park is a national park housing beautiful mangrove shrubbery habitat for several endangered animals and birds alike. Officially named in commemoration of ornithologist Salim Ali in 1986, this national park is spread across an expanse of 9 km.
The Salim Ali National Park is among the three national parks of Jammu and Kashmir; the Dachigam National Park and Kishtwar National Park. It is also known as City Forest National Park and was opened in 1986. Salim Ali, a well-known scientist and ornithologist, in honour of his great contribution towards the study of bird species. This national park is located along the north bank of the Brahmaputra River near Tezpur District of Assam.A number of water birds are also found in this national park.

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The best time to visit this place is in winter when you can spot a large number of migratory birds as well as resident birds.

Best Time to Visit: April, May, June, Summer, July, Monsoon, November, December, Winter

Location: srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India

How to Reach There:

Airport: Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport Srinagar

The nearest airport is Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport Srinagar. The transportation from Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport Srinagar to the Srinagar can be via an private vehicle. The total distance from the airport is 11.5km approximately

Railway Station: Srinagar railway station

The nearest Railway Station is Srinagar railway station. We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Srinagar railway station to Srinagar is 12.3km

Bus Stand: Srinagar Bus Stand

The nearest Bus Stand is Srinagar Bus Stand. We need to take an private vehicle and the distance between Srinagar Bus Stand to Srinagar is 3.4km

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Hazratbal Shrine

Category: Lakes

Best Time to visit: May, June, Summer

Location: srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India

The Hazratbal Shrine in Srinagar is the holiest Muslim shrine and mosque in Kashmir, located on the banks of the Dal Lake. Women are allowed only till the first part of the Hazratbal Shrine. Situated on the banks of Dal Lake facing the Nishat Bagh, it affords a picturesque view...

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About Hazratbal Shrine:

The Hazratbal Shrine in Srinagar is the holiest Muslim shrine and mosque in Kashmir, located on the banks of the Dal Lake. Women are allowed only till the first part of the Hazratbal Shrine. Situated on the banks of Dal Lake facing the Nishat Bagh, it affords a picturesque view of the lake and surrounding mountains. The weekly prayer at the Hazratbal Shrine takes place every Friday. The construction of this shrine started in 1968, under the supervision of Muslim Auqaf Trust’s Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah. The construction of this white marble edifice with a domed structure was completed in the year 1979

Hazratbal Shrine is a beautiful structure made of white marble and is the only domed mosque in Srinagar. The Hazratbal Shrine, considered to be the holiest Muslim shrine in Kashmir, is located on the left bank of the Dal.

 

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Amazing and peacefull place .Great location .Sit behind the Dargah ,there is garden. Atmosphere was very cool.

Best Time to Visit: May, June, Summer

Location: srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India

How to Reach There:

Airport: Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport Srinagar

The nearest airport is Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport Srinagar. The transportation from Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport Srinagar to the Hazratbal Shrine can be via an private vehicle. The total distance from the airport is 19.6km approximately

Railway Station: Srinagar railway station

The nearest Railway Station is Srinagar railway station. We need to take an private vehicle and the distance between Srinagar railway station to Hazratbal Shrine is 21km

Bus Stand: Srinagar Bus Stand

The nearest Bus Stand is Srinagar Bus Stand. We need to take an private vehicle and the distance between  Srinagar Bus Stand to Hazratbal Shrine is 900m

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Betaab Valley

Category: Amusment / Theme / Aqua Parks

Best Time to visit: June, July, August, Summer, September, Winter

Location: srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India

About Betaab Valley in Pahalgam, Kashmir. Betaab Valley is mostly visited by couples, nature lovers and photo fanatics, who love to spend time amidst the jaw-dropping vistas of the place. The tourists visiting this destination also indulge in a plethora of exciting and fun-filled activities such as horse riding, camping,...

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About Betaab Valley:

About Betaab Valley in Pahalgam, Kashmir. Betaab Valley is mostly visited by couples, nature lovers and photo fanatics, who love to spend time amidst the jaw-dropping vistas of the place. The tourists visiting this destination also indulge in a plethora of exciting and fun-filled activities such as horse riding, camping, and birdwatching.

Betaab Valley also serves as an ideal trekking base for exploring nearby mountains. The valley even has a small amusement park that is well-equipped with many fun rides for children. The famous Bollywood film Betaab shot here in 1983, one might wonder why this place was not discovered until then!

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It was a good experience to visit Betaab Valley.. it was full of snow.. we have enjoyed some scenery view. And take pictures

Best Time to Visit: June, July, August, Summer, September, Winter

Location: srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India

How to Reach There:

Airport: Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport Srinagar

The nearest airport is Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport Srinagar . The transportation from Srinagar  to the Betaab Valley can be via an private vehicle. The total distance from the airport is 97.7km approximately

Railway Station: srinagar railway station

The nearest Railway Station is Srinagar railway station. We need to take an private vehicle and the distance between Srinagar railway station to Betaab Valley is 90.5 km

Bus Stand: pahalgam bus stand

The nearest Bus Stand is pahalgam bus stand . We need to take an private vehicle and the distance between pahalgam bus stand to Betaab Valley  is 8.1km

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Pathar Mosque

Category: Museums And Art Gallery

Best Time to visit: June, Summer, July, Monsoon, August

Location: srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India

Pathar Mosque, known locally as Naev Masheed, is a Mughal era stone mosque located in the old city of Srinagar, in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. Constructed back in 1623 by Noor Jahan, Pathar Mosque is located on Jhelum river’s banks. The name of this beautiful mosque is...

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About Pathar Mosque:

Pathar Mosque, known locally as Naev Masheed, is a Mughal era stone mosque located in the old city of Srinagar, in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. Constructed back in 1623 by Noor Jahan, Pathar Mosque is located on Jhelum river’s banks.

The name of this beautiful mosque is inspired by its very own construction that is built mainly of stones. Depicting the magnificent Mughal architecture, this place features spellbinding designs, horizontal arches, and structural patterns. At the present time, the shrine is in its ruins and is mostly visited by archaeologists and history fanatics. It was built by Mughal Empress Noor Jehan, the wife of emperor Jehangir. The mosque has some distinct features that separate it from the rest of the mosques in the Kashmir Valley.

 

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Pathar Masjid is one of the very beautiful and peaceful place in Srinagar. It is carved out of Stones and made of Woods

Best Time to Visit: June, Summer, July, Monsoon, August

Location: srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India

How to Reach There:

Airport: Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport Srinagar

The nearest airport is Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport Srinagar. The transportation from Srinagar to the Pathar Mosque can be via an private vehicle. The total distance from the airport is 12.7km approximately

Railway Station: Srinagar railway station

The nearest Railway Station is Srinagar railway station. We need to take an private vehicle and the distance between Srinagar railway station to Pathar Mosque is 13.5 km

Bus Stand: Srinagar Bus Stand

The nearest Bus Stand is Srinagar Bus Stand. We need to take an private vehicle and the distance between Srinagar Bus Stand to Pathar Mosque is 4.3km

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Aru Valley

Category: Lakes

Best Time to visit: June, Summer, July, Spring, August, Winter

Location: srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India

The world-famous Aru Valley happens to be one of the most exquisite tourist places in Srinagar. Calling on to a huge number of fun and thrill enthusiasts from across the globe, this place offers a plethora of exciting adventure activities. Aru Valley can ride a pony to the valley or...

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About Aru Valley:

The world-famous Aru Valley happens to be one of the most exquisite tourist places in Srinagar. Calling on to a huge number of fun and thrill enthusiasts from across the globe, this place offers a plethora of exciting adventure activities. Aru Valley can ride a pony to the valley or walk to the valley. Although there is no snow in October, this place is still beautiful.

The Aru valley is noted for its scenic meadows. It is popular among the tourists for its peaceful environment and scenic beauty. Breathtaking beauty, picturesque backdrops and the majestic snow-covered Himalayan peaks make Aru Valley among the most beautiful locations in Kashmir​. Although there is no snow in October, this place is still beautiful. Riding a horse is about 300 rupees per person, so you have to bargain. The view of the river and meadow on the top of the mountain is very good, and there are ancient caves.

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Beautiful place full of raw nature away from being exploited by modern development must visit this place .

Best Time to Visit: June, Summer, July, Spring, August, Winter

Location: srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India

How to Reach There:

Airport: Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport Srinagar

The nearest airport is Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport Srinagar. The transportation from Srinagar to the Aru Valley can be via an private vehicle. The total distance from the airport is 102km approximately

Railway Station: Srinagar railway station

The nearest Railway Station is Srinagar railway station. We need to take an private vehicle and the distance between Srinagar railway station to Aru Valley is 95.8km

Bus Stand: pahalgam bus stand

The nearest Bus Stand is pahalgam bus stand. We need to take an private vehicle and the distance between pahalgam bus stand  to Aru Valley is 13.4km

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