10 Best Places to Visit in Kashmir Valley

India is home to several tourist destinations. Earnestly referred to as the ‘Heaven on Earth’, the Kashmir Valley, which is nestled in the northernmost Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir, is counted among the most visited summer destinations in India. Kashmir Holiday Packages for Family are specially prepared to make the tour of this heavenly mountainous destination easy, comfortable and convenient.

10 Best Places to Visit in Kashmir Valley (2017)

1. Srinagar

Being the summer capital of the northern Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir, Srinagar, which located on the banks of the Jhelum River in the Kashmir Valley, is renowned for its Mughal Gardens, magnificent lakes, house boats and waterfronts. Also famous for dried fruits and traditional Kashmiri handicrafts, this destination, which is the largest city of this mountainous state, is a must-visit summer destination in the Kashmir Valley as well as all over India as it is blessed with a great number of points of interest. Here, you can take the enjoyment of Houseboating, water skiing, bird watching, Shikara ride, trekking, and much more.

2. Sonamarg

Literally the ‘Meadow of Gold’, Sonamarg, which is blessed with an endless series of charming flowers and long trekking routes, is a must visit during the tour of the Kashmir Valley. Offering its visitors magnificent glimpses and breathtaking aura, this captivating summer destination is perfect for its visitors for doing nature walks, camping and trekking. Situated at a distance of 81 km from Srinagar, this tourist destination, this tourist destination must be included in the itinerary of the Kashmir Valley tour.

3. Gulmarg

Popularly known as the ‘Skier’s Paradise’, Gulmarg, which has its literal meaning the ‘Meadow of Flowers’, is counted among the most visited tourist places in the Kashmir Valley. Perfect for adventurous activity, this heavenly destination, which is enriched with charming flowers against snow laden mountains as backgrounds, is a treat to the eyes of its visitors. Offering its visitors the enjoyment of the Gondola ride for having the panoramic glimpse of the gorgeous valley, this breathtaking destination is perfect for mountain biking, skiing, trekking, and much more.

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4. Pahalgam

Literally the ‘Valley of Shepherds’, Pahalgam, which is situated in the Anantnag district in the northern most Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir, is a charming hill town in the Kashmir Valley. Famous as a tourist destination, this breathtaking hill station, which is also called the ‘Gateway to Amarnath Yatra’, is located on the banks of the Lidder River at an average elevation of 2,200 m (7,200 ft) above the mean seal level at a distance of 45 km from the Anantnag city, a large trading and business trading center of the Kashmir Valley. The points of interest around this hill station are the Betaab Valley, the Kolhoi Glacier, and much more.

5. Pulwama

Nestled at a distance of approx 40 km from Srinagar, the summer capital of the northernmost Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir, Pulwama, which is often referred to as the ‘Anand of Kashmir’ or ‘Dudha-Kul of Kashmir’ due to its high milk production, is a must visit during the tour of the Kashmir Valley. This region is famous for saffron cultivation. Here, you can have the fine experience of the pleasant odor of the saffron fields, the fine weather, etc.

6. Baramulla

Being the administrative headquarters of the Baramulla district in the northernmost Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir, the Barramula city, which is famous for the production of the world class apples, has gained much fame for tourism. The tourist spots in and around it are Gulmarg, Eco Park, and to name a few. So, It is a must visit during the tour of the Kashmir Valley.  

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7. Yusmarg, also Yousmarg

Located in the Badgam district in the northernmost Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir, Yusmarg, Yusmarg, also spelled Yousmarg, which is located at a distance of 47 km south of Srinagar, the summer capital of this mountainous state, is a breathtaking hill station in the western part of the Kashmir Valley. If you get the chance of paying a visit to this beautiful station, you would find several lakes such as the frozen lake in the Sang e Safed Valley. Here, you can take the enjoyment of a number of outdoor adventure activities like fishing, and horse riding. During the season of winter, you can take the enjoyment of the winter sport activity of skiing. This tourist spot is perfect for photography lovers.   

8. Sinthan Top

Being a famous tourist destination, the Sinthan Top, which is situated in the Breng Valley in the southern part of the Kashmir Valley in the Anantnag district in the northernmost Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir, is a charming hill station. Being the southeastern end of the Breng Valley, lovingly called the ‘Golden Crown of Kashmir’, this breathtaking hill station, which is located at a distance of 48 km from the popular Kokernag spring, is famous for tourism.

9. Kupwara

Famously known as ‘the Crown of Kashmir’, Kupwara, which is the administrative headquarters of the Kupwara district in the northernmost Indian state of Jammu and  Kashmir, is a charming hill town in the Kashmir Valley. Here, you can take the enjoyment of the tour of the Bungas Valley and the Lolab Valley. This tourist destination is blessed with snow capped mountains, charming meadows, fresh air and gushing waters. 

10. Baisaran, close to Pahalgam

Nestled at a distance of only 5 km from Pahalgam, Baisaran, which is often called the ‘Mini Switzerland’ due to its long dark grasslands resembling the ones in Switzerland, is a captivating meadow in the Kashmir Valley. Also being a perfect campsite for trekkers, willing to escape further up to the Tuian Lake, this breathtaking meadow, which is only reachable by ponies from Pahalgam, is blessed with pine woods, offering it the green carpet look and providing a paradox hue to the snow capped summits of the covering snow capped mountains.

In this way, we can justly say that the tourist places of Kashmir Valley are perfect for being visited during the tour of this heavenly destination. If you are also willing to take the enjoyment of the tour of this mountainous tourist destination, you can book Cheap Kashmir Tour Package from Mumbai. Being affordable to the budget for all types of people, all of these packages are available at ARV Holidays, one of the leading tour and travel operators of India as well as the world. If you are also willing to get information about the packages, you can also visit us online at: .