Srinagar Tourism – Exploring the Heaven on Earth
Srinagar is situated in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Srinagar is probably the most beautiful places in India. With its beautiful gardens, pristine lakes, snow capped mountains and the iconic house boats, Srinagar was once called the ‘paradise on earth’.
This summer capital is situated in the Kashmir valley on the banks of the Jhelum River, Srinagar is also known for its traditional Kashmiri handicrafts and dry fruits. Srinagar is the headquarters of the Srinagar district.
Srinagar Tourism has played an important role in promoting tourism and attracting visitors to Srinagar.
Srinagar is a lake town. The beautiful lakes in and around Srinagar are Dal, Nagin and Anchar Lakes which are dotted with house boats. The Dal Lake is particularly picturesque with a ride in the boats being a special experience for any tourist. The beautifully adorned house boats or Shikaras that stand along the shores of the Dal Lake against the backdrop of the snow clad Hariparbat Mountain makes Srinagar a dream destination. Special packages provided by the Srinagar Tourism are available for a stay.
Srinagar Tourism has been instrumental in bringing in the tourists and promoting the house boats. The political situation has impacted tourism in Srinagar. The most favoured destination that it was has considerably reduced, going by the number of tourists who go to Srinagar for a holiday. Militancy and terrorism have taken their toll on Srinagar which was long considered to be a paradise on earth. But with militancy on the decline and better security in the state, Srinagar is slowly regaining its status as a preferred tourist destination in the country.
Srinagar is famous for its beautiful gardens also. Built by the Mughals, now maintained by Srinagar Tourism, the gardens in and around Srinagar are Chashma Shahi, Pari Mahal, Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh and Naseem Bagh. The more modern Tulip Gardens in Srinagar also attracts many tourists. These gardens have beautifully laid out manicured gardens, with vibrant flowerbeds, terraced lawns and long stretches of channels with cascading fountains.
Shankaracharya Temple is an ancient shrine located on the Shankaracharya Hill in Srinagar. Built by Jaluka, the son of Emperor Ashoka around 200 BC, this temple offers splendid views of the valley and the snow clad mountains of the Pir Panjal range. Shankaracharya spent some time in this temple.
Some of the other religious places in and around Srinagar are the Hazrathalbal shrine where the sacred hair of the Prophet Mohammad is preserved, Khanqah-e-Molla the oldest Muslim shrine in Srinagar, Jama Masjid the biggest of all mosques in Kashmir and Imambara Hassanabad. Chatti Padshahi is an important Sikh Gurudwara near Srinagar.
Gulmarg and Sonamarg are two of the well known skiing destinations near Srinagar.
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