Life sings winter songs on nine bridges linking the city that smells like heaven on both sides of the Jhelum River, a river that runs through the city, meanders through the valley, and deepens into the traveler's paradise – Dal Lake, as Srinagar wakes up with Fajr (pre-dawn prayers) and zikr.
When the moon still hangs pale over the calm Dal Lake, which adorns an assortment of attractive houseboats where the lovers find home watching a promise of the snow filling up the woods, the city takes on the dawn light mirroring the mountains. The Mughal gardens, which stretch for many kilometers along the lake's less developed eastern coast, tell of history.
In this period of remembering everything that formerly existed, the hushed fortress and the recognizable wooden mosques of the past create an imprint in the city's heart. Srinagar awaits you, to dream inside a dream, with gentle breezes, downy flake, and promises to keep you between the forests and ice lake. So come and see Srinagar's top tourist attractions.
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Q: How to reach Srinagar?
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By Air: Srinagar International Airport is the major airport here, with Air India to Jeddah being the only international flight. It is well connected to various cities across the country, including, Delhi, Mumbai, Jammu, Goa, etc via Air India, Go Air, Jet Airways, Spice Jet, and Vistara. People from smaller cities in India, as well as international cities, can reach any of the major airports in India, and then board a connecting flight to Srinagar.
By Rail: Srinagar Railway station only connects Baramulla, Anantnag, and Qazigund. Jammu Tawi Railway Station in Jammu is connected to different cities and towns in India. There are frequent trains to Mumbai, Delhi, Udaipur, Lucknow, Kanpur, Pune, and others.
By Bus: Srinagar has a good network of highways. The National Highway 1A connects the valley to the rest of India, and National Highway 1D connects it to Leh. Jammu and Kashmir State Road Transport Corporation operates many buses to reach Srinagar. Private buses can be availed from Jammu.
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Q: What is the best time to visit Srinagar?
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Srinagar experiences pleasant weather all around the year which makes tourists flock here from different parts of the world. The best time to visit Srinagar is from April to October as it is the perfect time for sightseeing and other activities. The snow is gone and the flowers are in full bloom.
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Q: What are the things to do in Srinagar?
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The attractions in Srinagar comprise lovely rivers and lakes, with charming rows of houseboats floating on them, beautiful blossoming gardens, and lush green, thriving woods. The Land of Lakes and Gardens, Srinagar is blessed with several enchanting tourist places that can attract even the most discerning traveler to this magical land.
Dal Lake: The Dal Lake is the most important of all the lakes in Srinagar. From beautifully carved wooden houseboats and gondola-like “shikaras” to the vibrant floating gardens, the Dal lake can offer a unique experience. The Dal Lake is surrounded by beautiful Mughal Gardens and pavilions. One can take a shikara ride and visit the floating markets, and watch the golden sun rays hit the beautiful mountain ranges.
Mughal Gardens: The Mughal Gardens were built in the Mughal era. They are filled with greenery and artistic architecture. The gardens are a combination of the Shalimar Gardens, Nishat Bagh, and Chashm-e-Shahi. The gardens are full of beautiful fountains and flowers which are a must-see for every traveler.
Shikara Ride: One of the reasons why people come to Srinagar is for the relaxing shikara rides. Tourists often stay in the houseboats and then take a ride across the scenic Dal Lake in the shikaras. With the backdrop of the majestic Himalayas, it is indeed an experience both enjoyable and unparalleled.
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Q: What are some of the must try dishes in Kashmir?
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The mouth-watering native 'Wazwan,' which is a platter of diverse non-vegetarian dishes, is a must-try. In Srinagar, Rogan Josh and a Yakhni, as well as other forms of Kebab and Fish, are considered delicacies. Khawa, a native tea, should also be tried. The Mughal Darbar, Mughal Darbar Bakery, Ahdoos Hotel, Krishna Vaishno Dhaba, and other restaurants provide specialties.
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Q: Is Srinagar safe for tourists?
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Without a doubt! Srinagar, a tourist-friendly city, is fully secure for visitors. To make people feel comfortable, cops and CCTV cameras are stationed around tourist areas and marketplaces. Srinagar is a women-friendly city that is ideal for single travelers at any time of day.
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