Many Indians call it “Paradise on Earth,” but India’s beautiful Valley is officially called Jammu & Kashmir. We are sure the other name of Kashmir has already created a lot of interest in your mind about this beautiful Valley of India.
There also might be other cases, such as you know about Kashmir and are already enthusiastic about the land’s beauty and may be planning to visit Kashmir shortly.
So, we have covered a few Things You must know about the Beautiful Valley of Jammu and Kashmir in India.
Why is this Beautiful Valley called "Kashmir"?
The name of Kashmir came from the name of the Vedic sage Rishi Kasyap. He is one of the Saptarishis, the seven ancient sages of the Rigveda. Kashyapa is the most ancient and venerated rishis and the other Saptarishis listed in the colophon verse in the Brihadaranyaka Upanishad.
Kashmir is a Go-To Place for every Wildlife Enthusiast
But visiting only Kashmir is not Enough?
So when you travel to Kashmir next time, you should remember the name of some places you can’t miss at any cost.
1. Visit SRINAGAR, "The Soul of the Kashmir Valley”
Srinagar is also known as the ‘Soul of the Kashmir Valley. The main attraction of Srinagar is Dal Lake. Some beautiful Mughal-era gardens and ancient forts also add more points to the land’s beauty.
Best time to visit: September to November.
Nearest Airport: Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport.
Nearest Railway Station: Srinagar Railway Station.
2. If You Love Adventure, Do Visit GULMARG
Gulmarg is an ideal place for adventure lovers. Gulmarg is very popular for skiing, snowboarding, trekking, and other activities. You can visit this place during the three-day winter festival, organised by the Indian army and the Tourism Ministry, to promote the culture and heritage of Kashmir. During summer, the land of Gulmarg looks like paradise in reality.
Best time to visit: October to June.
Nearest Airport: Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport.
Nearest Railway Station: Srinagar Railway Station
3. BETAAB VALLEY:
A Perfect Spot for Rejuvenation
Betaab valley is mainly known for its scenic beauty, where you can sit and enjoy. The land’s beauty will help you forget your daily life stress and anxieties just by sight. Betab Valley is such scenic beauty that shooting most Bollywood movies is done here. The pilgrims of the holy Amarnath yatra even start from here only.
Best time to visit: October to June.
Nearest Airport: Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport.
Nearest Railway Station: Srinagar Railway Station.
4. CHANDANWARI: Entry Point to Amarnath
Betaab valley is mainly known for its scenic beauty, where you can sit and enjoy. The land’s beauty will help you forget your daily life stress and anxieties just by sight. Betab Valley is such scenic beauty that shooting most Bollywood movies is done here. The pilgrims of the holy Amarnath yatra even start from here only.
Best time to visit: October to June.
Nearest Airport: Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport.
Nearest Railway Station: Srinagar Railway Station.
5. SONMARG is ‘Meadow of Gold’
The literal meaning of Sonmarg is ‘meadow of gold, and the land seriously shines like gold. Glaciers, mountain lakes, and nature walks make this place one of the biggest attractions for tourists coming to Kashmir. The Sindh river also flows through Sonmarg. The Neelum and Lidder river also flows through Sonmarg.
Best time to visit: April to June.
Nearest Airport: Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport.
Nearest Railway Station: Srinagar Railway Station.
6. PAHALGAM is a Visual Treat for Eyes
Pahalgam is a visual treat for all the tourists out there. The Holy Amarnath Cave is in Pahalgam. There is yet another glacier, the Kolhoi Glacier, a hanging glacier accessible from the Aru valley of Pahalgam.
The Aru valley gives you some of the best views of the Kashmir valley. The snow-capped mountains and pine forests create great scenic beauty in Baisaran valley.
Best time to visit: April to June.
Nearest Airport: Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport.
Nearest Railway Station: Srinagar Railway Station.
7. PULWAMA is Known for its Saffron Fields
Pulwama is a must-visit place in Kashmir. The beauty of the saffron fields of Pulwama is a pure treat to your eyes. A visit to Pulwama can be the best refreshment for you. You can go snowboarding or skiing during the winter. You can also go for the Tarsar Marsar trek.
In Pulwama, there is also The Avantishwar Temple. And there are different lakes and waterfalls in this region.
Best time to visit: April to October.
Nearest Airport: Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport.
Nearest Railway Station: Srinagar Railway Station
8. DOODHPATHRI is Pure Beauty
You may not have heard about this place, but this place is pure beauty. The water flowing through the meadows here has a milky appearance that caused its name to be Doodhpathri. The Shaliganga river flows through this area. Pony ride is one of the biggest attractions of Doodhpathri.
Best time to visit: April to September.
Nearest Airport: Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport.
Nearest Railway Station: Srinagar Railway Station.
9. Visit an Eco-Friendly Village: SANASAR
Sanasar is an eco-friendly village in Jammu and Kashmir. In this area, you can experience hot balloon rides, paragliding, and horseback riding—an excellent place for adventure lovers.
Best time to visit: June or September to October.
Nearest Airport: Jammu Airport.
Nearest Railway Station: Udhampur Railway Station.
10. YUSMARG VALLEY is Meadows of Jesus
The literal meaning of Yusmarg is ‘Meadows of Jesus’. Jesus once lived here for some time and was impressed by the land’s beauty. A great place to spend quality time with your loved ones. You can also enjoy trekking in this region.
Best time to visit: April to June.
Nearest Airport: Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport.
Nearest Railway Station: Srinagar Railway Station.
FinalThoughts
How much money do you need to spend on the trip?
Different packages are available, starting from 30 thousand rupees to 1 lakh rupees per head.
Is the Kashmir trip worth it?
Just visit Kashmir once, and when you come back, you will never think of this question again in your whole life.
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