Top 12 places to visit in Srinagar

Srinagar is in Jammu and Kashmir. It is near the Jhelum River. It is also famous as "Heaven on Earth." On Dal Lake in Srinagar, the Shikaras, houseboats, and gondola-shaped rowboats stay together. With its peaceful Dal Lake and Nigeen Lake, Srinagar is a great place for a wedding or a family vacation. The city is famous for dry fruits, Kashmiri shawls and apples. Heavy weather makes it hard to get around Srinagar during the winter months of December through February.

Cheshma Shahi Garden

Cheshma Shahi Garden is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Srinagar. One of Srinagar's three Mughal gardens is Chashme Shahi, which is in the Zabarwan range and looks out over Dal Lake. There is another name for it: Chashma-i-Shahi. Ali Marda Khan built it in 1632 AD for Shah Jahan's oldest son Dara Shikoh. Rupa Bhawani is a very popular natural spring in Chashme Shahi Garden. It is open to guests from March to November and is open to tourists.

Dal lake Srinagar

The Dal Lake, also known as the "Jewel of Srinagar," is a picture that almost describes the town. Dal Lake is the second largest lake in Jammu and Kashmir and is 15 km long. The lake is a must visit during the Srinagar tour packages. The views from the Dal Lake are beautiful. It offers views of the Pir Panjal hill. Colorful shikaras (gondolas) float around the lake. The houseboats and shikaras are the main things to see there.

Hazratbal Shrine Srinagar

The most important mosque and temple for Muslims in Kashmir is the Hazratbal temple in Srinagar, on the shores of Dal Lake. A holy object called Moi-e-Muqaddas is kept in a silvery-white mosque. It is thought to be precious hair from Prophet Muhammad's beard. People only see the hair sometimes, only at certain events. The Hazratbal Shrine is the only mosque in Srinagar with a roof. It is lovely and entirely made of white marble. The stunning architecture makes it one of Srinagar's best places to visit.

Kishtwar National Park

Kishtwar is on a hill higher than the Chenab River and lower than the Nagin Sheer Glacier. The park is worth visiting during the Kashmir Tour packages. The area only grows saffron for a short time each year, and when it's time to harvest it, there are rituals and festivals. It usually happens in the summer. The park covers 400 square kilometres and has 15 kinds of mammals. Kishtwar is one of many wildlife refuges at a high elevation. Still, it is unique because it has so many different types of plants and animals.

Lal chowk Srinagar

Indian history books have discussed Lal Chowk's importance in history and strategy ever since the country won its freedom fight in 1947. Lal Chowk is famous for shopping and for being a place where people go to stay safe during times of political unrest. You can buy authentic jewellery, decorations, wedding items, and silverware in this market area. It is one of the most famous places to visit in Srinagar; a lot of people go there.

Mughal Gardens

The Mughal Gardens is one of the most famous and popular places to visit in Srinagar. It changed the look of the Mughal Empire. During the Mughals' rule, different Persian-style gardens began to be built. The Mughal parks are the new name for these parks. People here like to sit and enjoy the view or take long walks in the park.

Nishat Garden

The Nishat Bagh is a park with 12 terraces close to Srinagar's famous Dal Lake. The largest Mughal park in Kashmir is Shalimar Bagh. It is among the second largest, famous as the "Garden of Bliss" by many. One side of the garden is split in half by a stream of still water, and each level is marked by a raised bank with its own set of colourful flowers. With the Zabarwan Mountains in the background, you can get a beautiful view of Dal Lake. The Srinagar Tour packages would only be completed by stopping by the Nishat Garden.

Pulwama Srinagar

Visiting Pulwama would make any Kashmir Tour packages complete. Pulwama is a small town in the northern Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. It is in the Pulwama district. Pulwama is the sixth most significant city in the state. This area is often called the "Delight of Kashmir" or "Anand of Kashmir." It has apple gardens, waterfalls, natural springs, and beautiful valleys. The city is also famous for its many outdoor activities. It offers mountaineering, trekking, skiing and snowboarding in the winter and summer.

Shalimar Bagh

Tourists can find the three Mughal gardens in Srinagar. The biggest and most beautiful is Shalimar Bagh. The Mughal ruler Jahangir built a stunning attraction in 1619 for his beloved wife, Nur Jahan. It has a view of Dal Lake and its sparkling waters. The "crown of Srinagar" is now a public park. Shalimar Bagh is one of the best places to visit in Srinagar. People from all over the world come to see the Mughal gardens.

Shankaracharya Temple

One of the oldest sites in Kashmir is the Shankaracharya Temple in Srinagar. The temple is on top of the Shankaracharya Hill for Lord Shiva. The temple got its name from the famous philosopher Adi Shankaracharya. People believe that he visited Srinagar ten hundred years ago. It is also famous as Jyesteshwara Temple. In the temple, the Shiva Linga that he worshipped is located. Remember to take advantage of the Shankaracharya Temple during the Srinagar Tour packages.

Strawberry valley

Strawberry Valley is a secret gem in Gulmarg. Although it is not very popular, it still has its charm and beauty. The valley offers beautiful views of the trees with red strawberries in the vast green garden. The valley looks gorgeous with the plants around it. The Strawberry Valley is one of the most beautiful places to visit near Srinagar.

Yusmarg

Yusmarg is not a very popular place in Jammu & Kashmir. However, the place is worth visiting as it has beautiful views. It is perfect for tourists who want to find peace and natural beauty. Yusmarg has forests and so many hills full of snow. It is the best place to visit for holidays. The city is famous for its beautiful views of the hills and green fields. Tourists can also opt for many adventure games during the Srinagar tour package. People can indulge in activities like camping, trekking and horse riding.