The Heart of the Valley
Where the sky paints itself upon the lake and life floats gently on painted boats. Lose yourself in ancient Mughal gardens where emperors once walked, and let the rhythm of the oar become your heartbeat. Srinagar is the summer capital of Jammu & Kashmir and the cultural soul of the entire valley.
Srinagar, nestled in the heart of the Kashmir Valley at an altitude of 1,585 metres, is one of India's most romantic and historically rich cities. The city is built around the serene Dal Lake, which has been the defining icon of Kashmir for centuries. Houseboats crafted from walnut wood and intricately carved cedarwood line the shores, offering some of the most unique accommodation experiences in the world. The Mughal gardens — Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, and Chashme Shahi — are masterpieces of landscape architecture, built during the reign of emperors who called Kashmir paradise on earth. The old city is a labyrinth of narrow lanes filled with artisans crafting papier-mâché, pashmina, and hand-knotted carpets passed down through generations.
The iconic lake of Kashmir — sail on a Shikara, visit the floating gardens, and watch the sunrise paint the water gold.
Emperor Jehangir's garden of love, featuring tiered terraces, flowing water channels, and ancient chinar trees.
The Garden of Pleasure — 12 terraced levels cascading down from the Zabarwan mountains to the lakeside.
Perched atop a hill, offering a 360-degree panoramic view of Srinagar, the Dal Lake, and the surrounding mountains.
Lanes filled with craftsmen making papier-mâché, pashmina shawls, hand-knotted carpets, and silver jewellery.
A revered Muslim shrine on the banks of Dal Lake, known for its white marble architecture and spiritual atmosphere.
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1,585 m
Best Time
March – October
Distance
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