Attractions of Jammu & Kashmir

SrinagarWhile visiting Srinagar, visit the famous lakes . The popular Dal Lake is one of the most beautiful and visited lakes in the world. Location: Situated on the banks of the Jhelum River in Kashmir Valley.

Gulmarg Gulmarg is wonderland for adventure sports lovers. The northern Pir Panjal Range is considered a perfect location for trekking. Location: In Baramula district, 56 km southwest from the capital city of Srinagar.

PahalgamPahalgam, popular as the valley of shepherds, is also the base camp for the pilgrims to the holy Amarnath cave. Location: In Anantnag district (2130 m above the sea level), western part of the state of J&K.

Sonmarg For all those adventure loving people who wish to enjoy camping at a hill station, Sonmarg is the ideal destination. Location: 81 km from Srinagar, at an altitude of 2,740 m from the sea level.

JammuThere is a small garden along this canal, which serves as a cool picnic spot in summer. Location: Southernmost region of the state of Jammu and Kashmir.

Patnitop Patnitop is yet another hill station that fulfills your dream of living in the snowy slopes of the Alps. Location: Located in the Shivalik Belt of the Himalayas, Udhampur District on NH 1A.

SanasarThe mini Gulmarg and one of the remotest region of India, is a wonderful hill station in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Location: 119 km from Jammu and only 17 km from Patnitop.

Katra / Vaishno Devi The Holy Shrine of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Ji. Every year, more than 4.5 million pilgrims pass through Katra on their way to the holy shrine. Location: At an altitude of about 2500 feet above sea level.

Leh / LadakhIf one wishes to experience totally different adventure sports, visit the majestic monasteries and celebrate the Buddhist festivals. Location: Between the Kunlun mountain range in the north and the Great Himalayas to the south.

Kargil At a height of 2704 metres above sea level, Kargil offers a base for numerous adventure tours to the Himalayas. Location: A district of Ladakh, lies on the line of control (LOC); 205 km from Srinagar.

ZanskarMeet the hardy mountain folks and experience the extreme winters in this beautiful trans-Himalayan valley-Zanskar. Location: Subdistrict or tehsil of the Kargil district, in the eastern half of J&K state.

Nubra Valley Looking for a romantic hill station amidst greenery, perfect for relaxing holidays? The valley of flowers- the Nubra Valley welcomes you. Location: 150 km north of Leh, 10,000 ft above the sea level.