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Info India Tourism >> Hill Stations >> Srinagar India
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Srinagar India |
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| Location | Jammu & Kashmir, India. |
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| Height | Average 1,800 metres above the sea level. |
| Major Attractions | Dal Lake, Mughal Garden, Harwan Lake, Jhelum River . |
| Best Time to Visit | Throughout the year |
About Srinagar
The Kashmir Valley, is known for its picturesque natural beauty and
snow-capped mountains. The valley of Kashmir is a unique oval plain, with
an average height of 1,800 metre above sea level. The mountains, which
surround the valley are varied in form, height and colour. To the east of
the valley, stands the Harmukh hill (5,150 metre), further south is
Mahadev and the Gwasha Brari (5,425 metre) hills. The 5,280 metre high
Amarnath peak is also situated in this region. The Pir Panjal range with
4,500 high peaks lies on the south-west, while to the north are mountain
ranges of Karakoram and the Himalayas. The Himalayan ranges is dominated
by the massive Nanga Parbat (7,980 metre), which is also called the
Diyamir. Nanga Prabat, the fifth largest mountain in the world, remains
snow-covered with all through the year. The charming hill stations in
Kashmir valley houses a few places, which are truly a paradise for the
tourists. Travel to the hill stations in Kashmir and experience the
amazing heights and pleasant climate.
Adventure options in Srinagar
The mountains in Srinagar offer the adventure sports like golf,
mountaineering, trekking, skiing and several other sports. Kashmir valley
offer several water sports like water Skiing, water trekking, trout
fishing etc. The Dal Lake and Nagin Lake are the perfect place for water
skiing. One can enjoy water trekking along the valley in a boat. A Shikara
(boat) or Gondala, takes one along rivers and lakes situated within the
valley. Trout fishing is another favourite water sport, the fishing season
lasts all through summer.
Major Attractions of Srinagar
Dal Lake : The sweet water lake is one of the major
attractions of Kashmir. The 6.4 kms long and 4 kms wide lake is divided
into three parts namely Gagri Dal, Lokut Dal and Bod Dal, which are
created by man-made causeways. Two small islands - Sona lank (Silver
Island) and Rupa lank (Gold Island) lie within the lake. The islands are
also known as Char Chinar, because they have four Chinar trees on them. In
Dal Lake tourists can enjoy Shikara (boat) rides or they can stay in the
houseboats.
The Jhelum River : The Jhelum River or the 'Vyath'
river is the major waterway of the Kashmir valley. The lakes, fountains,
streams and rivers criss-crossing in such a way that it looks like the
arterial system of Kashmir. The river flows through the valley and it
expands and deepens into the Wular lake.
Jhelum river is famous for its nine old bridges, in addition the river
offer excellent boating and fishing opportunities.
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Harwan Lake : The pure water lake,
is situated amidst the lofty mountains. Its dark green waters
reflecting the peaks of Mahadeo hill. The surrounding scenery of the
lake is considered one of the best in valley. Below the lake are the
popular hatcheries, where rainbow trouts are bred.
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