Category Archives: Kashmir Travel Guide

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Travelling To Kashmir? Here are The Websites and Social Pages You Should Follow

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J&K TOURISM Website The official website of J&K Tourism Dept will brief you about the beautiful places to visit and activities to do not only in Kashmir but also in Jammu and Ladkah. The website also provides details about events organized by JK Tourism. Website: www.jktourism.org JKTDC Website Jammu & Kashmir Tourism Development Corporation’s main […]

Top Religious Places To Visit in Kashmir

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There are many facades to Kashmir which cannot be overlooked while visiting this place for sure. And of the aspect is the mystical and spiritual vibe that surrounds the whole valley and binds different religions together. To experience such soul healing experience you should visit some centuries old shrines that adorn this heaven on earth. […]

Top Cafes to Visit in Srinagar

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1. Winterfell Café There’s no question in saying that Game Of Thrones has won hearts for not only international viewers but has taken a clean sweep over Indian hearts. A portrayal of medieval European aesthetic shown in the series has now taken over a local Kashmiri themed restaurant, “The Winterfell café”. If you are a […]

THINGS YOU CAN DO WITH KIDS IN KASHMIR

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Article by Taha Firdous VISIT DACHIGAM NATIONAL PARK It is always a delight for kids to play and enjoy in nature. Dachigam National Park is one such destination where you can both enjoy the beauty of nature and find amazing and rear species of animals. The great big black bear, Hangul, Leopard, etc. are some […]

11 Incredibly Surreal Offbeat Places in Kashmir Every Travel-Lover Must Visit

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Every year Kashmir attracts lakhs of tourists which is why every season witness a lot of crowd in the usual tourist spots. For those who prefer to spend their time in isolation with nature alone should visit some of the unconventional places. Some of these unseen and rare places in Kashmir don’t only offer amazing […]

Best Time to Visit Kashmir

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Want to visit Kashmiri but confused about the right time to visit, let’s help you navigate through this dilemma. Kashmir has four seasons basically which includes winter, spring, summer, and autumn. Each season has its own charm and charisma that transcends, leaving traces everywhere and can make you fall in love with this place instantly. […]

Travel Bloggers Who Will Inspire You To Visit Kashmir

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Sandeepa Chetan’s Travel Blog The duo travel freaks, Sandeepa and Chetan are living a life of their dreams, from traveling in a truck to exploring unheard places. Sandeepa, an electrical engineer by profession ditched her occupation for writing blogs and Chetan, who worked in digital marketing, is now working as a photographer for the blogs, […]

Why You Should Choose Kashmir Holiday over Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand ?

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Agar Firdaus Bar Roo-e Zameen Ast, Hameen ast-o Hameen ast-o Hameen ast. (If there is a paradise on earth, It is this, it is this, it is this) If these words by famous poet Amir Khusro are not enough to motivate you to visit Kashmir, here are the reasons why you should not look for […]

10 Reasons Why You Should Choose Kashmir as a Honeymoon Destination

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After a long strenuous wedding hustle bustle, every newly-wed couple want to spend some alone time with each other without any interruption of relatives, friends and in-laws. People normally start imagining their honeymoon exclusive trip months before marriage. Every couple wants their honeymoon to be special and unforgettably romantic. Kashmir is a wonderful destination for […]

Things To Remember Before Going on a Trip to Kashmir

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1. Carry cold cream and lip guard in winter &  sunscreen in summer The climate of Kashmir is varied, very cold in winter and blazing sunny in summer. A moisturizer and a lip guard are a must to keep your skin and lips hydrated throughout your trip during the winter months as the temperature can […]

Hunt for Highest Alpine Lake of Kashmir Valley

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Kashmir valley is considered the home to hundreds of high altitude lakes, the most popular among them are Gangabal, NundKol, Tarsar, Marsar, Kirshensar, Vishensar, Gadsar, Shirasar, Shishnag, Kaunsarnag, Alapather and Dudhsaretc. In the past, just a few dozens of lakes were known to the people but after extensive exploration by the members of J&K Mountaineering […]

This is How Groovy a Photoshoot Can Get in Kashmir

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We had recently posted about Kuwaiti makeup artist and Instagram sensation who visited Kashmir, you can see that again here. This time we showcase photographs of a Delhi based blogger who visited Kashmir in September 2017. Monalisha Mahapatra who is a Fashion, Travel and Luxury Blogger and Stylist and runs a popular blog The GreyHalfway. She takes her […]

Top 10 Hotels in Srinagar

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No. 1 : The Lalit Grand Palace Category: A No. of rooms 113 Location: Gupkar Road Srinagar Contact No. 0194-2501001 Website: http://www.thelalit.com/the-lalit-srinagar/ Advantages: Captivating and Mesmerizing view with huge lawns Walking distance from Dal Lake Friendly Staff 32 Acres Property Very safe Tips: Spend some extra money and stay in the heritage wing Check Price of room […]

These are the Must-Try Traditional Kashmiri Winter Foods

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“Kitchen is considered the heart of a home.”  If this statement is in any case not of a significance in the “fast-food” era prevailing over the world, the Koshur kitchen proves to be true to the quote. Kitchen is truly the heart of a Kashmiri home and how can it not be? It has food […]

This Game of Thrones Themed Cafe on Banks Of Dal Lake is a Must Visit

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Tell us something about yourself I am Kamran Nisar, a 26 year old Game of Thrones loyalist. Ummar is a 29 year old Coffee-connoisseur. As a duo, we are the people behind the inception of Winterfell Cafe. Why the theme Game of Thrones? Game of Thrones, a popular television series from the house of HBO […]

Absolutly Stunning Pics of Frozen River Trek in Zanskar valley

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  One of the most thrilling, challenging and the glamorous trek – Chaddar. Chaddar- called so as the zanskar river freezes during the peak winter season thus forming a blanket of ice over it which acts as the only route for the zanskar people to travel to leh via chilling. This route was first brought […]

These Incredible Pictures of Dal Lake will Amaze You

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If not in this moment, where else do you propose to live? Deliver thunder, God If you choose not to talk. May you live like the Lotus. At ease in muddy water When the world turns upside down it’s nice to have someone upside down with you   Good times+ Crazy friends= Amazing memories Thats why […]

14 Things You’ll Definitely Miss About Kashmir When You are Not In Kashmir

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1. I miss the swaying Poplar trees and the majestic Chinars standing tall and proud. I miss the rustling sound its leaves make when you walk over a carpet of them in autumn. 2. I miss looking at the Shankra Charya temple, sitting by my favorite place in my room near the window.If you’re a […]

4 Apps Every Kashmiri Should Use To Help Boost Tourism

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AIRBNB Airbnb is an app  for people to list, find, and rent lodging. Since we Kashmiris have huge houses with most rooms vacant, why not rent them out to tourists. I have been using Airbnb in Delhi for last one year and have hosted people from Canada, America, New Zealand and Spain. Its just easy […]