Situated in Kashmir Valley Srinagar lies on the banks of the River Jhelum and attracting a steady flow of tourists from all parts of India and abroad. The word Srinagar literally means 'the city of wealth'. Snow covered mountains, roads lined with majestic chinar (maple) trees and the famous Dal Lake wearing a placid face welcomes you in the city. The city is offers the base to enjoy the best hiking, mountain biking and river rafting.
The unique accommodation in houseboats, the blossoming gardens and the waterways with their own quaint lifestyle make Srinagar “Paradise on Earth”. Dal Lake has their own secrets to whisper as you glide past them in your colorful shikara. On the shores of the Dal Lake are the great Mughal Gardens, glimpses into an earthly heaven of many-hued flowers, carpets of grass and playful fountains. Srinagar is also home to Asia’s largest tulip garden. Apart from Dal lake Srinagar is also famous for Nigeen Lake, Wular Lake and Manasbal Lake.
There are many historical constructions and places of worship are long-standing evidences of the historical unity of Srinagar. Known for its traditional Kashmiri handicraft Srinagar is a delightful Shopping destination of pashmina shawls, intricately hand woven carpets, delicately carved woodwork and glittering copperware.
STATE : JAMMU AND KASHMIR
LOCATION : Srinagar lies in the Kashmir Valley, on the banks of the Jhelum River, a tributary of the river Indus.
LANGUAGE : Kashmiri, Urdu, Hindi and English.
WHEN TO VISIT : Throughout the year. April to June is the most popular time for tourists to visit Srinagar. The weather is cool and temperatures range between 30 to 10 degree-Celsius.
CLOTHING : Woolen in summer and heavy woolens with over coats in winter.
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Srinagar is connected by good motorable roads to all major places. There are excellent bus services provided by State Road Transport Corporation, connecting Srinagar to other nearby cities.
The nearest railhead Jammu Tawi is 294 km from Srinagar and well connected to all major cities and places in India. From outside the railway station you can get taxis to reach any desired location.
Srinagar International Airport is 12 km. away from the heart of city. The airport is well connected to most major cities of the country. From the airport you can hire Taxis to reach the city.
Best Season / Best Time to Visit Srinagar
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CLIMATE
Summer (March-June): Maximum 29 C Minimum 10 C
Winter (November-February): Maximum 12 C Minimum -10 C
