Travelling to Kashmir is not a recent phenomenon. It is an older and favoured tradition Kashmir Tour and romance like mighty Mughals. Historical accounts state that Kashmir was the favoured holiday spot of Emperor Jehangir and his consort, Queen Noor Jehan. The emperor was fascinated by the beauty and appeal of this destination and even equated it with the surreal charm of heaven many times. He visited Srinagar in Kashmir many times in his lifetime and commissioned some of the finest Mughal Gardens here. This medieval legacy of Kashmir is still present in its summer capital, i.e. around the Dal Lake.
Located in the northernmost region of India, Kashmir is an attractive tourist attraction of the country. The pristine location and awe-inspiring setting of the destination is famed to have inspired many poets and artists. The trend still continues where tourists keep up with the everlasting style and keep on visiting the destination to renew the senses.
There are many experiences that stand out during a trip to Kashmir. The prime signature experience rests in Srinagar. Many picture down the surreal Dal Lake to enjoy the best-kept pleasures of the region. An emblematic feature of the city, the lake is renowned for its romantic shikara ride, old world charm of the wooden houseboats and surrounding gardens. For many pleasure seekers, the location defines the surreal charm and exotic side of life’s natural luxury.
Gulmarg or the Meadow of Flowers is the next famous hill station tucked within the Pir Panjal Range. The central bowl of Gulmarg is famous for its golf course, which is also one of the highest in the world. One of the few ski resorts in India, Gulmarg offers pleasure to the eyes and senses.
Further northwards, visit to Pahalgam is enriching in all sorts. The location is the base for several treks to Kishtwar and Suru Valley. Even for pilgrims to Amarnath shrine yatra make Pahalgam the vase for their pilgrimage trek in August. Besides trekking, other attractions of Pahalgam include visiting the mustard fields, trout fishing, golf and short expeditions to the nearby mountains. On the road from Srinagar to Pahalgam, one can also visit Pampore to see the fields of saffron spice. Saffron has been a part of Kashmiri cuisine and is also a favoured spice in the valley cultivated in the valley since 10th century.
Towards the extreme north of Kashmir is Ladakh, the cold desert of Himalayas famous for its mountains and monasteries. The incredibly fantastic landscape here has many ancient monasteries like Hemis, Alchi, etc. The heritage of the location can be tracked with the visit to Leh’s Palace as well. Passing through the remote and intriguing Nubra Valley also adds on to the attraction of Ladakh tour in Kashmir tour packages.
The other side of Kashmir is Jammu, famous as the land of gods. There are many temples in this location that set its divine aura and make it one of the most visited places for pilgrimage in India.
The best thing about Kashmir tour is that it has many facets and contrasting values that can be experienced during a single trip. The divinity of Jammu, adventures of Ladakh, serenity of Srinagar can be enjoyed separately as well as in a combination during Kashmir tour.
