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| Srinagar City - the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir |
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Lie in the western part of the state of Jammu and Kashmir and is also the centeral part of Kashmir Valley. |
| Area : |
105 sq kms |
| Altitude : |
1,730 m. |
| Population : |
930136 (2001 Census) |
| Language : |
Kashmiri, Urdu, Hindi, English |
| Temperature : |
Max 29.5 °C to Min-1.9 °C. |
| Best Time to visit : |
Spring, Summer Autumn |
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| About The City Srinagar |
| Srinagar isthe heart of the Kashmir Valley, still preserves the imprints of the Mughals and the British. The valley takes great pride in its lakes, gardens and the charming rows of houseboats floating on them. Popular for traditional Kashmiri handicrafts, kashmiri clothes and dry fruits, Srinagar is bordered by five districts. To its northern side is Kargil, in the south is Pulwama and in the north-west lies Budgam. "If there is a heaven on earth, it's here, it's here, it's here", exclaimed the Mughal emperor Jahangir on his first visit to this place. |
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| Srinagar has the privilege of having a multifaceted and unique cultural blend, making it different from the rest of the country, not only from the cultural front, but in point of geography, demography, ethics and social entities. as well. With its beautiful picturesque Himalayan backdrop, the crowning glory of hill stations Srinagar is enticed by the colourful houseboats , shikaras and the grandeur of Mughal sense of style. |
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| Major Attractions of Srinagar The Dal Lake |
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| The Dal Lake is unique for its beauty that lies in its pulsating surroundings, since it sustains a life on waters not found anywhere else in the world. The houseboat and Shikara communities have survived on the Dal for centuries and every thing is found on and nearby the houseboats including doctors, tailors and bakers in tiny wooden shops on the lake. The picturesque lotuses and gardens add to their mystic beauty. Shikara can also take you to the surrounding market places to have your buys. |
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| The Mughal emperors gave birth to the gardens to feel the presence of heavenly bliss in this place. Chesmansahi is the first Mughal garden with a stupendous layout and a wonderful view. It has to its credit three terraces in addition to a natural spring of water enclosed in a stone pavilion. Nishat Bagh, constructed by empress Nur Jahan's Brother Asaf Khan, has several terraces and a central water course which gives a magnificent view of the Dal and the Zabarwan Hills. The last and the third one, the Shalimar Bagh was created by emperor Jehangir and was shaded by magnificent chinar trees with paintbox bright flower beds. |
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| Crowned to greatness by the ruins of a fort, the Hari Parbat hill, according to legends, grew out of pebble stones dropped by Parvati the Hindu Goddess while trying to defeat a demon. Though today it is no more than rubble, the thick massive wall around the fort is an imposing evidence of a historic past. Over the centuries, the vicinity of the hill has seen several temples being erected in the name of its past glory. |
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| Nearby attractions of Srinagar |
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Srinagar is the best base camp to the wonder destination of Gulmarg and Pahalgam, Sonmarg. Yusmarg, Dudparther, Wular lake, and other Tourist destinations.
Gulmarg enjoys the distinction of having the highest golf course in the world. A wonderful view of the Nanga Parbat, one of the highest mountain peaks in the world, can be had from there. you can also enjoy Highest Gondola ride in the world.
Pahelgam gives a fine trout fishing experience and it Side valleys like Aru and Bisaran, lidherwatt, makes not just another enchanting popular hill resort, Pahalgam is also the base camp for the pilgrimages to the sacred Amarnath Cave. White waters of lidder make it ideal for the thrilling adventure sport like white water rafting. Pahalgam can be base camp for Trekking expeditions to Sonmarg, wadwan and Suru Valley.
Other adventure destinations is Sonmarg, which is ideal for the treks like Gangbal, Harmukh, Kolohai Glacier, Tilel Valley etc, also famous for adventure sports like Paragliding and White water rafting.
World famous mughal gardens, Dachigam National Park, the exquisite Nagin Lake close to the Dal Lake and the Hazratbal Shrine, the holiest Muslim shrine in India are located in Srinagar City itself.
Other famous destinations accessible from Srinagar are Wular lake – Asia’s Largest Fresh water lake, Yousmarg, Charar Shareef, Doodhpather etc. |
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| Srinagar is a handicraft-lover's delight. Beauty abounds in the different artefacts of papier mache lacquered and painted in floral designs, wood carvings and screens, carpets soft and fine in typical oriental designs. Silk, woollen shawls embroidered in traditional paisley and crewel work are other popular buys. |
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| From European-style hotels to decorative houseboats, private guest houses and tourist huts, every facility is provided in Srinagar. It is just fabulous to enjoy staying at a luxury houseboat riding all around the lake in sikara, sitting in the balcony of the House boat viewing the beautiful landscape of Kashmir |
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| By Air : Srinagar has its own air stripe and visitors can reach Srinagar via Delhi. Jammu, Leh, Chandigarh, Mumbai |
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| By Rail : The nearest railway station to Srinagar is Udhampur, which is about 220 kilometres away from Srinagar |
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By Roads : National Highway 1-A, connecting Srinagar with Jammu,and is a good, all-weather road with several sharp inclines and steep bends. |
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