Kasmir, India

Summary: The valley of Kashmir is thronged by thousands of vacationers every year. There are countless reasons for you to visit this ‘Paradise on Earth’. If you really wish to make your Kashmir Special Tour, read on to gather all vital and relevant details.

In the northwestern part of India Kashmir is situated. It dazzles with snow clad mountains, shimmering lakes and deep valleys. It’s a paradise on earth. Lovely lakes and beautiful temples of Kashmir attract the tourist’s attention. Nights of Kashmir are generally cool but relative humidity is generally high. Weather is often cooler in the hilly areas than the flat low parts. Guides and maps are provided by the tourism department. To visit the high lakes and mountaineering destination you can hire a horse. Kashmir’s woolen clothes, handmade shawls and ornaments are fascinating for tourists.

Culture and Geography

This beautiful valley lies between the Pir Punjal mountain range and Himalayas. Jehlum and Indus rivers flow through Kashmir. People of Kashmir love dance, music, marriages, festivals and other occasions as an opportunity to enjoy and cheer. The carvings on the Temples and the filigree work on the ancient caves of Kashmir show a strong relevance to the many temples of South India. This clearly indicates an ancient correlation.

Srinagar

This place is described by the some visitors as ‘Venice of the East’. The floating little hotels on the edge of the Dal Lake indeed have unique charm. There is also a famous Mughal garden to visit.

Himalaya is one of the major attractions for tourists who love skiing. Ski lovers can visit Gulmarg for skiing. It has plenty of good snow points and sun shine. This place is also known as ‘Meadow of Flowers’ and it falls 2730 meters above the sea level. Gulmarg turns into a ski-resort in winter season and a meadow of romance during summer.

In Jhiri a Mela is celebrated in the name of Babu Jitu. Babu was an honest farmer who preferred to kill himself rather than submit to the unjust demands of the landlords with his crops.

So by visiting these places and by shopping some typical souvenirs of Kashmir like Pashmina Shawls, carpets, woolen jackets, heavily crafted wooden boxes, dry fruits and nuts etc for your loved ones, you could make your Kashmir tour special.