Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir

Srinagar City
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Set in the state which is popularly known as 'Paradise on Earth', Srinagar is the most beautiful child of mother nature.The summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir is situated on the western side of the state where purity and innocence of nature is felt at every turn. Any tourist on his maiden visit cannot stop raving about the scenic charm this place oozes. Charming lakes dotted with rows of ornately painted houseboats, the terraced hillsides,white crested mountains, the alpine weather, 400-year old flowery Mughal gardens create a tranquilizing influence upon the soul. Every sight and sound produces a spirit of rest! Tourists love to see when the slender Willow trees dance to the tunes of the mountain breeze.



Skim softly across the bluish-silver Dal lake on a shikara, capture the moment when the lake shimmers after twilight.Amble along the terraced hillside and spend on embroidered shawls and Kashmiri handicrafts.Munch on dry fruits, and enjoy Kahawa,the flavoured spiced tea while gazing at the awe inspiring snowy hills surrounding it.

Weather

Sringar enjoys four seasons -spring, summer, winter and autumn. Spring arrives in March and lasts till early May marked by slow breeze and light showers. As soon as the spring season bids goodbye in May, summer sets in.Summers continue till the end of August. The summer season characterized by cool climatic conditions serves as a perfect hideaway for the sun-baked people of the plains. With September, the autumn season begins and stretches till late November. Winter spreads its wings in early-December and the entire region is covered by heavy blanket of snow.

Best time to visit Srinagar

The best time to visit Srinagar is during the months of March to October. During this period the weather conditions in Srinagar are at their best. This period covers three seasons in Srinagar i.e., spring (March-early May), summers (early May-late August) and autumn (September-November). The blossoms of spring, the cool weather of summer and the gold and red hues of autumn all provide the peak season for Kashmir travel. From December to early March is the winter season for Kashmir, when the entire valley wears a white blanket of snow. For those, who enjoy chilling weather and are interested in skiing, winter is the time to be in Kashmir.




Tourism

Tourism is the most significant segment of the city's economy. The city of Srinagar is a gateway to some of the most scenic and beautiful places of the Indian subcontinent.

By Air

The Srinagar Airport situated at a distance of approx. 12kms from the city provides regular flights connecting prime Indian cities like Delhi and Mumbai. Numerous private and state airlines offer smooth air access to and from linking the capital city.

By Rail

Jammu Tawi is the nearest railway station which is 293 kms away conveniently linked with all the important cities by virtue of Indian Railways.

By Road

Due to healthy network of roads and highways, Srinagar is connected smoothly with the prime cities within the State and the northern India namely Jammu, Kargil, Leh, Gulmarg, Sonamarg and Pahalgam. The National Highway 1A links it with remaining country. Luxury coaches and taxis are plying on regular basis from Jammu Tawi taking it to the capital city.

Local Transport

There are several state transport buses available here. Apart from these buses, taxis and auto rickshaws are some of the various options which make travelling within the city a pleasurable experience. One of the exciting ways of relishing the scenic locales is by travelling in the beautiful Shikaras, floating along the lakes


 
Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir
Regal Chowk
Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir - 191121
India
WebSite :  srinagar.nic.in
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