The lakes in Kashmir have contributed greatly to the quaint identity that the place has earned over the decades. These lakes, nestled in the hills in Kashmir, have added unparalleled charm to the mystic land. Trekking in Kashmir was never so beautiful as you trek to the most popular as well as unexplored lakes in Kashmir to get an insight of the culture of Kashmir in these serene places. Including the iconic Dal Lake in Srinagar, it’s one of those treks in Kashmir which you w

Kheer Bhawani Temple is located near Tul Mul village that is mostly visited by Hindu followers. Here, devotees offer rice and milk pudding to Kheer Bhawani as a symbol of worship and faith. This temple was built over a spring within which a small marble exist. People celebrate the annual festival on the eight day of the full moon in May or June. People also believe that the spring’s color gets changes according to the avatars of Goddess. Best time to visit: Morning and Eveni

The hilly regions of the wonderful Jammu and Kashmir offer great opportunities for trekking. The state offers amazing trekking trails to choose from. Tourists can enjoy trekking to several extraordinarily beautiful Himalayan peaks. Depending on your trekking skills you can make the choice. Most of the trekking tours provide tourists with trekking equipments and camping facilities. Some of the most enchanting trekking routes are: Amarnath trekking trial, Gulmarg trekking trial

Srinagar and Gulmarg are mind-blowing venues for the royal game Golf. The plains of these destinations hemmed in by beautiful vegetation such as Chinnar and Pine trees add beauty to the adventurous game. The best seasons to play golf here is from April to November.

Nestled in the foothills of Mount Harmukh, Gangabal Lake promises a picture-perfect view of the majestic lake against the backdrop of the mighty mountain. Trekking to Gangabal Lake promises a delightful sojourn across the meadows of Naranag, which are captivating for nature lovers as well as photography enthusiasts. The trail comprises beautiful gorges and ridges, challenging you as the surroundings constantly enchant you with changing the landscape and a pleasant weather all

Aero-sports in Jammu and Kashmir attracts tourists from far and wide. The wonderful and beautiful Himalayas overwhelm tourists by the various opportunities for delightful sports such as Para-sailing, Para-gliding, Hot air ballooning and Para jumping.

Skiing is an interesting and adventure filled sport enjoyed by most of the tourists visiting Jammu and Kashmir. The state is also home to the Ski Club of India, which was established in Gulmarg in 1927. Come winters and Gulmarg transforms into a paradise for skiers. It is located at an elevation of 2, 730 m above sea level. Khilanmarg is the other popular destination for skiing. Skiing season here begins in December and continues till March.

Realising your dream of finding yourself surrounded by the most mesmerizing meadows is the Tarsar Marsar trek . Velvety grasslands and enchanting surroundings of the Kolahi Mountains make trekking in Kashmir’s Tarsar Marsar a delightful experience. The twin lakes and their pristine waters ensure that you have an unwinding experience in the lap of nature. Trekking by the twin lakes is an experience to behold as it is an ideal place for you to visit for a laid-back sojourn into

Being the perennial origin to major rivers like Lidder and Jhelum, the Kolahoi Glacier is also referred to as the “Goddess of Light”. The historic valley glacier captures the essence of Kashmir as the trail takes you to the most fascinating streams, lakes, forests and riverbanks of Lidder. As the gushing waters fill the air with a feeling of victory, experience rejuvenation in the lap of nature as you will walk through sprawling valleys in the Himalayas. The trek tests your m

The wondrous Jammu and Kashmir is almost synonymous with mountain climbing. This adventure sports attracts a great number of tourists. Dotted with numerous mesmerizing Himalayan peaks, Jammu and Kashmir is truly a wonderland for tourists interested in mountain-climbing.

Taking you to Vishansar and Naranag via Nichnai Pass is the enthralling Sonmarg Vishansar Naranag Trek. Nestled in the mighty Himalayas, the Sonmarg Vishansar Naranag Trek offers picture-perfect views of snow-clad mountains, colorful meadows and alpine forests along the trail. Starting from Sonmarg, the trek takes you to high-altitude passes which offer breathtaking views of the Valley. Set off from Srinagar to the high-altitude passes via Sonmarg. Explore the enchanting Vish

Blessed with beautiful and romantic rivers and lakes, the valley of Kashmir is the best place for enjoying river rafting between August and September. The hot spots for white water river rafting are the two mountain streams of river Indus and river Lidder. In fact, these are the perfect destinations for beginners also.

Starting from Srinagar, then Pahalgam – Tarsar Marsar Trek takes you to the most exquisite landscapes in Aru Valley along the riverbanks of Lidder. Trek to the majestic twin lakes of Tarsar Marsar as the magnificent views of the Mount Kolahoi leave you spellbound. During the trek, enjoy camping by the lakeside of Tarsar as the pristine waters promise to rejuvenate your body, mind, and soul for the steep trekking to reach Marsar, promising you adventure goals. Location: Srina

Raghunath Temple is basically located in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir, which is worldwide famous. Dedicated to Lord Rama, this temple was constructed by Maharaja Gulab Singh and later on completed by Maharaja Ranbir Singh. The interior of this temple is well-crafted by gold plated spires, art, and paintings related to the God Rama and Krishna. The entrance door has Surya icon and it consists of a library also. This temple consists of seven Hindu shrines along with se

The major attraction of this fair is the wedding ceremony of Lord Shiva with Goddess Parvati. It is celebrated on the occasion of Maha Shivratr which falls in the month of February or March. It is held in Purmandal town, which is located around 39 km from Jammu city. If you visit Jammu region during Shivratri, you can see the colourful celebration all around, especially at Peer Khoh, the Ranbireshwar Temple and the Panjbhaktar Temple.

Taking you to the high-altitude lakes nestled in the Himalayas is the Kashmir Alpine Lakes Trek. The trek promises a sojourn to the most majestic lakes in the mystifying land, including the Dal Lake in Srinagar. Trekking in Kashmir to these lakes promises a rejuvenating trail into popular as well as unexplored lakes, namely Vishansar Lake, Krishnasar Lake, Yamsar Lake, Gadsar Lake, Satsar Lake, Nandkol and Gangabal Lake and many more. Trekking in Kashmir to these pristine lak

A wonderful piece of artwork can be seen in Avantipur Temple, built between 855 and 883 AD. Located 29-km southeast of Srinagar, it is believed to be constructed by King Avantivarman. He was a great devotee of Lord Surya , and therefore dedicated the temple to him, but a few other deities including Goddess Ragnya Devi can also be seen in the temple. The king constructed two other temples near the main shrine. The smaller one is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is still in dail

The impressive Bahu Fort and Temple stands on the bank of river Tawi , in Jammu city. You will be overwhelmed to see this 3000 years old monument and the unique 'Tawi flowing worship'. Constructed by Raja Bahulohan, the fort was later renovated by the Dogra rulers. The fort boasts of a temple dedicated to Goddess Kali (built in 1822), which is visited by hundreds of devotees on every Tuesday and Sunday. The fort echoes with the loud voices of “Bavey Waali Mata KI Jai !!” thr

Known as the 'Meadow of Gold', Sonmarg is an ideal place for camping. Countless colourful flowers and the holy Sindh river form a perfect gateway to Ladakh. Nature lovers can spot dense forests of alpine flowers, silver birch, fir and pine, and various lakes. Most importantly, this hill station serves as a base camp for the holy Amarnath yatra, which is organized in July-August every year. People also visit the nearby Nilagrad river, which is pure red in colour and is believe

Wish to visit a temple with lakhs of “ Saligrams ” (the divine stone of Lord Vishnu)? Raghunath temple, dedicated to Lord Rama is a divine place in the heart of Jammu with seven shrines. The most important shrine belongs to the eighth incarnation of Vishnu- 'Rama' , who is considered the patron deity of the Dogra community. The cluster of temples in the nearby area (all dedicated to the Gods and Goddesses related to the epic Ramayana) makes it the largest temple complex in