12 Famous Srinagar Kashmir tourist places

Srinagar Kashmir tourist places; popular as paradise of India it is famous for Dal lake, historical and religious culture. Dal lake, Tulip garden etc and many garden are the main tourist attractions.

Srinagar is the summer capital of the state of Kashmir, which is called the paradise of the entire Indian soil and Venice of the East. Situated on the banks of river Jhelum, the beautiful lakes, a city of great historical, religious and archaeological importance, Srinagar stands on the axis of all types of tourism and is a favorite destination for tourists.

Srinagar is mainly composed of two words Sri and Nagar. Shree means wealth and city. The meaning of wealth is that there should be no shortage of any kind. This city also known for architecture and religious place which is popular for their own history. The many historical buildings and old religious sites present here tell the stories of the rich and prosperous pastimes of Srinagar.

Burjholm is an important historical place here, which was occupied by the Neolithic between 3000 and 1500 BC. All the artifacts found during the excavation here are currently kept in the Sri Pratap Singh (SPS) Museum, Srinagar. Dachigam Wildlife Sanctuary is another popular tourist destination in Srinagar. This sanctuary is 141 sq km. Is spread over a wide area of.

The sanctuary was declared a national park in 1951. This century is famous for the extinct species where the endangered species Hangul of red buck is also found. Tourists can also see leopards, black and brown bears, musk deer, and many migratory birds. The Indira Gandhi Tulip Garden, situated on the banks of the beautiful Dal Lake, is also one of the main tourist destinations of Srinagar.

The Indira Gandhi Tulip Garden is spread over a total area of ​​90 acres. There are about 70 varieties of tulip flowers in this garden. ‘Tulip Mahotsav’ is organized here every year from 5 April to 15 April which is very popular among the people.

12 Famous Srinagar Kashmir tourist places

Dal Lake Srinagar Kashmir tourist places

Dal Lake is popularly known as the ‘Jewel of Srinagar’ or the crown of Kashmir in Srinagar. It is also popular as a second largest lake in Kashmir. This picturesque lake is 26 sq km. It is a major center of attraction for tourists visiting Srinagar. Situated in the foothills of the Himalayas, this lake is known for its Shikara, a wooden boat and houseboat.

From the houseboat, there is a lovely walk to Dal Lake, while riding from Shikara to Dal Lake and the houseboat. Due to the Causeway Dal Lake is divided into four major basins known as Lokut Dal, Gagriwal, Bod Dal and Nagin. The uneven natural beauty and natural surroundings of Dal Lake makes it the first choice of tourists and an ideal destination.

Tourists can enjoy the sunrise by sitting on the houseboat or shikara. Tourists can also enjoy the games played in the water, which are often organized here. Swimming, water surfing, kayaking, angling and canoeing are the main water sports of Dal Lake.

Tulip Garden Srinagar Kashmir tourist places

Indira Gandhi Tulip Garden, 8 km from Srinagar city. Is situated at this distance. The Indira Gandhi Tulip Garden situated on the peaks of the Jabarawan Hills, on the banks of Dal Lake, is very attractive and attractive. Tulip celebrations are held here every year for 7 days, in which more than 70 varieties of tulips are seen.

This garden is one of the famous gardens in Srinagar. The garden is spread over a large area of 90 acres. At least 1.3 million tulip bulbs bloom in this garden during the flowering season. It is located near the Garden, Shalimar Garden, Nishat Bagh, Chashm-e-Shahi Garden and other Mughal Gardens. To enter this garden, the elders have to pay Rs 50 and the children have to pay Rs 20.

Botanical Garden Srinagar Kashmir tourist places

Botanical Gardens or Government Botanical Gardens are located in the city. It is the gardens look like green carpeting on the land. Millions of tourists come every year to visit these gardens because innumerable plants of different species are found here.

These plants include both native and indigenous plants. These include herbs, shrubs, trees, bonsai plants and ferns. There are remnants of a tree trunk in the premises of the park which are believed to be around 20 lakh years old.

Chasm-e Shahi Garden Srinagar Kashmir tourist places

Chashm-e-Shahi Garden is an ancient garden located in Srinagar which was established in 1632. It is the smallest Mughal garden in Srinagar which is 108 meters in length and 38 meters in width. Apart from this, this garden is also known as Royal Spring. The garden is divided into three parts with aqueducts, waterfalls and fountains.

The garden is located in the vicinity of Nehru Memorial Park, which offers a spectacular view of the Himalayas and Dal Lake. Many rare species of fruits and flowers are found here. A clean water stream flows in the garden which is said to have a lot of medicinal properties in the water which attracts a lot of local people.

Pari  Mahal Srinagar Kashmir tourist places

The Pari Mahal, located atop the Chashme-e-Shahi Garden, was built in the 17th century by Dara Shikoh, the eldest son of the famous Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. Pari Mahal is also known as fairy house or Quantilon. Dara Shikoh also built a Buddhist monastery here in honor of his Sufi tutor, Mullah Shah Badakhshi, which is currently turned into ruins.

Pari Mahal was formerly a center for learning astronomy and astrology. The total length and width of this garden is 122 meters and 62.5 meters respectively. Pari Mahal is located to the southwest of Dal Lake. There are 6 roofs in this flight. Like other gardens, Pari Mahal does not have a water supply.

There is a tank on the roofs for water, which is filled with underground water. The garden has a sprouting and a lawn where many types of flowers and fruits are planted in many varieties. This six-bay garden is wonderful, do not forget to come here and spend some beautiful moments.

Nishat Bagh Srinagar Kashmir tourist places

Nishat Bagh is located on the eastern side of Dal Lake, which was built in 1633 by Hasan Asaf Khan, father of Mumtaz Mahal and brother of Noor Jahan. Nishat Bagh means garden of happiness. Rare species of flowers, Chinar tree and Cypress tree are also found in this garden.

This Mughal Garden is the largest terraced garden in the area. This garden is quite famous due to the beautiful fountains, large lawns and beautiful flowers located here. Shahjahan is said to have been the son-in-law of the famous Mughal emperor and Abdul Hasan Asaf Khan and was greatly impressed by the garden.

After seeing this, he secretly hoped that his father-in-law would gift him this garden. Later, when the father-in-law did not gift the garden, he stopped the supply of water in the garden.

Shalimar Bagh Mughal Gardens Srinagar Kashmir tourist places

15 km from Shalimar Garden, Srinagar. Located far away is the most popular of all the Mughal Gardens in this city. The word Shalimar means – the abode of love. This garden is also known as Shalimar Bagh, Faiz Bakhsh, Garden of Char Minar and Farah Bakhsh. This garden was built by Mughal Emperor Jahangir in 1619 AD for his Begum Noor Jahan.

The garden is divided into three terraced sections for various sponsorships. The outer garden Diwan-i-Aam, part of the middle garden Diwan-i-Khas or the Emperor’s Garden and the topmost part of the Garden was reserved for the royal women. The design of this garden is based on Chahar Bagh of Persia.

This garden is known for its Chinese Khanas or Arched Bottom, which is built in the water falls in the back of the garden, which is illuminated with oil lamps during the night. This light has a special effect on the waterfall, which makes the waterfall look magical.

There are flower pots in these bottoms, whose reflection falls in the water, which makes the water shine in many colors and forms. Shalimar Bagh is spread over 31 acres of land surrounded by poplar trees from all sides.

Hazratbal Moseque Srinagar Kashmir tourist places

Hazratbal Mosque is located on the western side of Dal Lake, it is an important religious place for Muslims. This mosque is known by many names such as – Madinat – As – Sunny, Asar – e – Sharif, and Dargah Sharif. The mosque is made of white marble and looks exactly like the background of the Himalayan mountain range.

The architecture of this mosque is the perfect blend of Mughal and Kashmiri style of architecture, the mosque was built in the 17th century, which is clearly reflected in the architecture of the mosque. The word Hazrat in it means holy or majestic and Baal, a place or enclose space in Kashmiri language means Hazrat.

This religious site, considered to be quite sacred to Muslims, is said to have been kept here in the name of Moi-e-Muqaddas, the sacred hair of the Prophet Mohammad. These hairs are opened to the general public only on special occasions and made visible.

Floating Vegetable Market Srinagar Kashmir tourist places

There are very few temporary markets that are still active on lakes worldwide. Vietnam has the Kai Rang Floating Market, followed by Thailand with the Solomon Islands Market and Damnoin Saduk. Wait, back home in India we have our own share of the floating market and one of them is at the beautiful Dal Lake in Srinagar, where the locals sell their produce in their canoes.

Most of the produce sold here is grown in floating gardens on Dal Lake. The ecosystem here is rich in wetlands that produce large amounts of water like tomatoes, cucumbers, and do not forget the very famous Nadu, a fragility that is prepared from lotus roots in the valley.

Capturing these shifty boatmen in action is an adventure in itself. They gather in the center of the lake at dawn and eliminate the sunlight when the water falls. The conversation and exchange lasts barely an hour and soon they all disappear in their respective villages as if the market never existed.

Sankaracharya Temple Srinagar Kashmir tourist places

Shankaracharya Temple is located at an altitude of 1100 feet above sea level on the surface of the city in Srinagar also known as Takht-e-Sulaiman which is situated on a hill. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, the god of Hinduism. It is believed that this temple was built by King Gopadatya before 371 AD, after which the temple was named after the king.

It is the oldest temple in the valley of Kashmir. Later the name of the temple was changed from Gopadari to Shankaracharya because Adi Shankaracharya stayed at this place during his visit to Kashmir.

After some time, Dogra ruler Maharaja Gulab Singh had constructed stone stairs in the temple for the convenience of the devotees. This temple was electrified in 1925. Apart from being a religious place of Hindus, this temple also holds great archaeological importance.

Yousmarg Srinagar Kashmir tourist places

The name of that beautiful place of Kashmir is Usamarg, also known as ‘Meadow of Jesus’. According to local legends, Usamarg is the only place where Jesus spent a few days, and he loved the beauty of the place.

Situated at a distance of about 47 km from Srinagar, Usamarg is the most ideal option for spending time close to nature. Usamarg is full of beautiful meadows, for a nature lover this place is nothing less than a paradise. You can come here to spend a few moments away from the city congestion.

Kheer Bhawani Srinagar Kashmir tourist places

Kheer Bhavani Temple is located in Tulla Mulla village, 27 km from Srinagar. There are poplar trees and streams of rivers around this temple, which add beauty to the place. The name of this temple is such that only one Indian sweet kheer and milk is offered by the devotees as prasad here.

Originally built in 1912 by Maharaja Pratap Singh in honor of the Hindu goddess Ragnya, this temple was rebuilt by Maharaja Hari Sing. The temple has a hexagonal waterfall which appears to be the goddess. Legend has it that Rama, the Hindu god, used this temple as a place of worship in his exile.

After the exile period ended, the Hindu god Hanuman was asked to relocate the idol of the goddess to Shadipora, where it is still located. Locals believe that kheer, which is normally white in color, turns black, indicating unexpected calamity.

A large number of devotees gather here on the eighth day of the full moon in the month of May. It is believed that on this auspicious day the water color of the goddess changes. Jyeshtha Ashtam and Shukla Paksha Ashtami are some of the major festivals celebrated in this temple

How To Reach Srinagar

Srinagar By Air :

Sheikh ul Alam Airport, Srinagar Airport (SXR) 15 km away, is the nearest airport of Srinagar. Bus, Share, taxis and public transport can be used to reach Hotel or desire locations.

Srinagar By Train :

Jammu Tawi Railway Station (JAT) and Udhampur Railway Station (UHP) is well connected with Bangalore, Chennai, Mumbai, New Delhi and major part of other states. Share taxis and public transport can be used to reach Hotel or desire locations.

Srinagar By Bus :

Srinagar is well connected by road with rest of Jammu and Kashmir. State and private buses ply at regular and frequent intervals from places like Delhi, Amritsar, Chandigarh, Pathankot, Shimla, Manali, Haridwar etc. One can avail either state-owned buses or private buses depending on your budget.

Srinagar by Self  Drive :

Car/Byke is the best option as you can explore more and as their own choice. Delhi, Amritsar, Chandigarh, Pathankot, Shimla, Manali, Haridwar and other neighbouring cities of  Srinagar are the best route.

Where to stay in Srinagar Kashmir

Dal Lake is  located centarally in Srinagar. You can easily get good hotels and it makes for great travel pad for the traveller who is looking to explore Srinagar in a budget. It cost under 1000-2000/-Per Night, depends on Pick and Off seasons.

Best Time To Visit Srinagar Kashmir

It is among one of the best place where visitors visit through-out the year. However, the best time to visit Srinagar is from April to October.

Srinagar Kashmir travel guide

Book your hotel near Dal Lake is the best place to roam Srinagar. From their you can book Taxi also.

Once you reach in Hotel, take rest, get freshup, take break-fast and head towards local sight-seeing. Ask you Hotel owner if they arrange Car, because many hotels having their own travel facility else You can hire the independent cabs near the road or you can book one tourist van from the tour agency’s offices that line up the entire Road of Srinagar. It is one of the best to roam in Srinagar.

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Srinagar Itinerary

Srinagar Kashmir tourist places day 1-Without Car(Use Local Transport)

• Dal Lake
• Tulip Garden
• Botanical Garden
• Chasma Shahi Garden
• Pari Mahal

Srinagar Kashmir tourist places day 2-With Car

• Dal Lake
• Nishat Bagh
• Shalimar Bagh Mughal Gardens
• Hazratbal Mosque
• Floating Vegetable Market
• Lal Chowk
• Sankaracharya Temple

Srinagar tourist places day 3

• Enjoy House Boat in Dal Lake

Srinagar Kashmir tourist places day 4(Optional)

• Yousmarg
• Kheer Bhawani

Kashmir Ful Day Tour

• Full Day Tour 1 (Cost for Car-2500-3000/- Per Day)
  • Dal Lake Or Srinagar => Pahalgam.
• Full Day Tour 2 (Cost for Car-2500-3000/- Per Day)
  • Dal Lake Or Srinagar => Khilanmarg, Gulmarg.
• Full Day Tour 3 (Cost for Car-2500-3000/- Per Day)
  • Part 1 -Dal Lake Or Srinagar => Sonamarg Return or
  • Part 2 -Dal Lake Or Srinagar => Sonamarg => Baltal => Dras => Kargil Stay and return next day.
• Full Day Tour 4 (Cost for Car-2500-3000/- Per Day)
  • Dal Lake Or Srinagar => Pulwama, Anantnag.

Srinagar Kashmir Travel Cost For 1 Couple For 2 Night & 3 Days.

• Food-3 Days                                     : 3500/-
• Travel By Car- 1 Days                      : 2500/-
• Hotel-2 Days                                    : 3500/-
• Other Activity                                  : 1000/-

Total cost around 4500-6000/-Rs for One Couple for 2 Night & 3 Days. You Can Negotiate and plan your own trip as per Distance, Enjoyment, Food, Transport and stay.

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