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Srinagar
is the summer capital of the state of Jammu and Kashmir. It is
the smugness of the beautiful valley of Kashmir. Srinagar is
famous for its lakes and the delightful rows of houseboats
floating on them. It is also known for conventional Kashmiri
handicrafts and dry fruits.
Srinagar is situated in the western part of Jammu and
Kashmir, in the north region of India. It is situated in the
Kashmir valley. River Jhelum passes through
Srinagar city. Srinagar is 876 km north of Delhi. The weather in
Srinagar Jammu and Kashmir is alpine. Summers are mild and
winters are cold. It experiences heavy snowfall in December
February. Srinagar is an exclusive city because of its lakes The
Dal, Nagin and Anchar. The River Jhelum
also flows through a part of the city. Most houseboats on the
Nagin and Jhleum are located on the banks of the lake, and
can be accessed straight from land without the help of a shikara,
even as all those on the Dal require a Shikara to
get to and from them. Most Houseboats on the Dal are located in
long straggling rows; some face the Boulevard, Srinagars most
thrilling address, while others are located singly or in groups
of two and three.
Most Popular
Attractions of Srinagar:
Dal Lake:
The Dal Lake is famous not only for its beauty, but for
its vibrance, because it maintain within its periphery, a life
that is unique anywhere in the world. The houseboat and Shikara
communities have lived for centuries on the Dal, and so complete
is their infrastructure on the lake, that they never have to
step on land. Doctors, tailors, bakers- one can see them all in
small wooden shops on the lake, near charming vegetable gardens
and acres of lotus gardens.
Nagin Lake:
Nagin Lake, which is generally thought of as a part lake, is
also divided from Dal Lake only by a jetty. The causeways
are mostly appropriate for walkers and bicycles only so they
make a very enjoyable way of seeing the lake without having to
worry about traffic or Shikaras. The main jetty across the lake
carries the water pipeline for Srinagar's mains water supply.
Mughal Gardens:
Srinagar Kashmir was a favorite of the Mughal emperors who
visited it as frequently as they could. Cool and stimulating
after the plains of North India where the business of governance
reserved them, they planted gardens with stepped terraces and
flowing watercourses. Cheshma Shahi is the first
Mughal garden one will pass after Nehru Park. Built at a height
above the city, its views are as astonishing as its layout.
Dachigam National Park:
Danchigam National Park wildlife reserve was, at one time, the
royal game reserve but animals within its boundaries are now
completely sheltered. There are said to be Panther, Bear and
Deer, besides other smaller animals, in the reserve. There is a
good chance of seeing the scarce Hangul, Langur Monkeys and
perhaps other species.
Gandarbal:
Just beyond the Wular and Manasbal lakes turn off
from the Leh road, this lovely little town marks the point where
the icy Sindh River leaves the mountains and enters the
plains. Gandarbal is the official headquarters of the Sindh
valley and was initially called "Doderhom".
Wular Lake:
Wular Lake is the largest fresh water lake in Kashmir India is
60-km from Srinagar. Spreading over a 125-km region, the lake,
by illustration off excess water from the Jhelum, acts as
a natural flood reservoir. Interesting skeleton in the centre of
the lake are the remains of an island created by King Zain-ul-Abidin.
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