Top 4 Places to Visit in Kashmir

The state of Jammu and Kashmir is an ideal testimony best known for hosting scenic beauty, enchanting sceneries, and tranquillity in its best form. Enveloped by the snow-clad mountains and glistering lakes, it creates a picturesque landscape on earth and hence, is the reason why it is popularly called as the ‘Paradise on the Earth’. This northern state of India is covered by the mighty ranges of the Great Himalayas, a rich reserve of endangered wildlife, exceptionally carved out monuments, hospitable people, and exquisite local handicrafts.

Often tagged as India’s Switzerland, Kashmir proudly boasts of a long list of places, which reflects the nature’s beauty at its best and which cannot be missed by any avid traveler. When you have a bike on rent you can move to the city further and explore the living style of the local people there and about their tradition as well.

1. Srinagar

The key highlight is the Dal Lake being the gem of the city. Once you are here, you must do the following things – take a Srinagar bike rental on the Dal Lake, try water sports such as kayaking and skiing, hop on to gondola-kind rowboats decked with colorful rugs and carpets, which take you to see charms like the Floating Vegetable Market, and the Mir Bahris – a lively community of people who live on the lake itself. From boating to trekking, bird watching to water skiing, this place has it all.  

2. Gulmarg

Gulmarg is a resplendent wonderland for adventure sports lovers as well. The stretched ranges of Pir Panjal in the north is deemed as an ideal site for trekking. In the year 1904, the golf club was started by the British that garnered quick recognition. It is also counted amongst the best places for skiing in India. You will see a multitude of courses on trekking, mountaineering, skiing, etc. which are offered by IISM at great prices here.

3. Leh

When you have reached Leh-Ladakh make use of leh bike rental and move to Pangong Lake.Dive right into the majestic monasteries and celebrate the Buddhist festivals, no other place can compete with the “little Tibet”- Leh. Set amidst two of the world’s most powerful mountain ranges, the Karakoram and the Great Himalayas, it is said to be nirvana for adventure lovers. Offering a plethora of sports activities like mountain climbing, yak safaris, mountaineering, cycling, jeep safari tours, and trekking, Leh has it all.

4. Patnitop

Patnitop is yet another tourist attraction that can successfully fulfill your dream of living in the snowy slopes of the Alps. Situated on the banks of the river Chenab, this beautiful town reflects a unique view of the Shivalik range of the Himalayas. Erstwhile, “Patan da Talab”, Patnitop literally translates to “Pond of the Princess”. It was believed by the localities for having been the bathing area for princesses. If you are a sports lover, this is the perfect location to enjoy sports like skiing paragliding, camping, walking, and trekking.