Places To See In Kashmir
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Sonamarg |
The Golden Meadow is at an altitude
of 2740 meters and is gateway to Ladakh.It has brilliant
forests of sycamore and alpine flowers,
silver birch,fir and pine; Sonamarg is a place of enthralling
beauty. Three lakes viz Kishensar,Vishensar
and Gangabal can be viewed from Nichnai Pass.
20 Kms east of Sonamarg is Zoji-La Pass at 3540 mtrs
which leads into Ladakh Plateau.
How
to Reach:
Sonamarg is in Srinagar District on the Srinagar Leh Highway
approx.110 Kms from Srinagar.The nearest Airport is in
Badgam Distt. This Airport is connected with major cities
of India.The nearest Rail Head is at Jammu and from there
National Highway NH1A connects the Kashmir valley with
India. Every sort of transport to suit every budget from
Buses to Taxisply on this Highway. It Takesaround 10 to
12 hours to cross this mountaineous road whichcrosses
some beautiful spots andthe famous Jawahar Tunnel linking
Kashmir Valley with India. Bus service is available from
Srinagar which leave at fixed time from the Srinagar Bus
stand. Taxis and other sort of transport can be hired
from Srinagar at pre-fixed rates. Assistance isavailable
at Tourist Reception Centre Srinagar.
Where
to stay:
Sonamarg has a number of Hotels and lodges of various
types which are open only during summer months.
What
to do:
1.Sonamarg
mainly offers trekking adventure.
2.Trekking
can be undertaken to Thajiwas Glacier which is very beautiful.
3.Sledging
at the frozen Glaciers is also offered by locals.
Angling ( a license is required)
You can take long walks in the jungles and explore rich
lora and fauna.
Sonamarg is also the base camp to Amarnath Cave for the
route of Bal Tal.
Alpine Skiing is also available at high altitudes.
A Popular trek from Sonamarg to Pahalgam can also be undertaken.
