Srinagar is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Usually termed as “the Venice of east”, Srinagar is known for its hills, Mughal Gardens, Lakes especially Dal and Nigeen Lake and River Jhelum. Located between the twin hills of Shankaracharaya and Hari Parbat, the city is nestled on the banks of River Jhelum. Apart from its natural beauty, Srinagar is also renowned for its historical places which include but is not limited to Shankar Acharaya Temple, Hazratbal Shrine, Jamia Masjid and Khanqah e Maula
How to Reach Srinagar by Air: You can easily book a flight to Shaikh ul Alam international Airport (SXR) from almost all the major airports of India. You can also contact Tripmore on 70519009192 to avail easy bookings.
How to Reach Srinagar by Train: As of now, the train connection with Srinagar is not fully complete. You can travel to Jammu Railway Station by train and form there you can avail a cab or taxi and reach Banihal. From Banihal you can take another train and reach Nowgam Railway Station, Srinagar.
How to Reach Srinagar by Road: Srinagar has a well connected National Highway 1A that connects it with Jammu and other major cities. You can travel in a shared cab from Jammu or you can also hire taxi in Kashmir or a self-drive drive car to enjoy around Srinagar. However, the road between Udhampur and Banihal is hilly and quite difficult, so must avail the services of an experienced driver.
Distance of Srinagar from Jammu: Srinagar is located at a distance of 246 kilometers from Jammu. You can travel by road or also by air.
Distance of Srinagar from Katra: Srinagar is located at a distance of 219 kilometers from Katra. You can avail a shared cab or rent a cab to reach Srinagar
You can book a local sightseeing cab which will take to all the places for sightseeing in Srinagar. It will include places like Dal Lake, Pari Mahal , Polo view market and all the Mughal Gardens. Book taxi service now with the best taxi service in Kashmir by calling on 7051909192
You can also book a private taxi in Kashmir that will cost you Rs 2500/per day. The taxi will be with you throughout your Kashmir trip and will go to any place like Pahalgam, Sonmarg, Gulmarg and more. Book Taxi in Kashmir now by calling on 7051909192.
Srinagar has one of the best tourist accommodation systems. There are many 5 star properties that can make your trip more comfortable and beautiful.
Srinagar also has a multiple 4 Star accommodation system. You can check the following hotels as well.
Srinagar also has some 3 star properties that are budget friendly and include:
Srinagar is a round the year destination. You can visit it in any season and feel the beauty and serene view as nowhere else.
Srinagar during summer:
Summer is the warm and beautiful month that gives you one of the most beautiful tourist destinations. During summer the weather is warm and dry and the average temperature ranges between 25-32 degrees. You can visit places like Mughal gardens, Dal Lake and other historical places during summers. You can also go on little treks during this season.
Srinagar during autumn: Autumn usually is the month of withering and fall. However, the same does not go with Srinagar. Srinagar, with its Mughal Gardens and Naseem Bagh Chinars, gives one of the most beautiful and mesmerizing views in the whole world.During autumn, the chinars turn golden and seem like the tall goblets of fire. In the Mughal gardens in Srinagar and on the other roadsides as well Naseem bag in the campus of university of Kashmir, Chinars are a view to watch.
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Srinagar during winter: Winter is the off season for travels in Srinagar City. The city receives mild to average snowfall during the peak months of January and February. The temperature dips down to negative. However, the falling snow in winter while resting in your Houseboat is one of the few sights that should be experienced at least once in your life.
Srinagar during spring: Spring is the month of Revival and rebirth. Srinagar wakes up early to the new wave of warmth and welcomes by the blossoming of fresh flowers. Srinagar also welcomes all the new tourists by opening the Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Gardens in Srinagar where the fresh tulips are blooming
Srinagar in April: April is one of the most serene months to visit Srinagar. The month of April is marked with the opening of beautiful Tulip Gardens where more than 60 verities of Tulips start to bloom. It is complemented by the adjacent Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Botanical Gardens, where you can visit and cherish in the beautiful newly greenish vast lands. You can also complement your trip by visiting Badamwari Almond Garden.
Srinagar in May: In early may the Tulip Garden is closed. The Srinagar city opens up to the vast and beautiful spring in the Serene Mughal Gardens and the Dachigam National Park. You can also enjoy a beautiful ride in Shikara and enjoy the beauty of Dal Lake.
Srinagar in June: Srinagar is warm in June. The temperature is up and usually the weather is dry. In this month, you can comfortably make your stay at any Houseboats in Dal or Nigeen Lake. You can enjoy your time sightseeing around Pari Mahal and other Mughal Gardens
Srinagar in August: August is the month of peak beauty in Srinagar. The best activity you can do in the month of August is just to lie down and just enjoy the beauty of different places in Srinagar. For an Ariel view of Srinagar, you can visit the historical place known as Pari Mahal.
Srinagar in September: September is the beginning month of autumn in Kashmir. This month brings with it the chilly mornings at evenings. You can visit the famous Naseem Bag in Srinagar, to enjoy the golden chinars as well as some of the most beautiful fall.
Srinagar in October: October is the peak month of autumn in Srinagar. You can visit the Mughal gardens to witness the beauty of the falling leaves and withering charm and greenery. Apart from that, a Shikara ride will always compliment you in your journey
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Srinagar is known for its Mughal Gardens which include Nishat, Shalimar, Cheshma Shahi and Haerwan. You can visit these places in a day for sightseeing and relaxing.
Srinagar can be a host to most of your fun activities. Some of the activities that can be enjoyed here are:
Srinagar is known for its tasty food. You can enjoy a vast variety of food in Srinagar:
Srinagar is the second highest city located in Himalayan peaks. The weather here remains warm, not hot, during summer and slightly dipped during autumn and spring. Winter is Srinagar is very cold but is manages with Air Conditioners and more traditional Hamam and Kangri.
As locals, Srinagar is a place we frequently visit. a planned trip to all the major attractions of Srinagar was still pending. One fine morning we planned our trip and started with the beautiful Pari Mahal. The weather was pleasant, the ride was smooth and we enjoyed every inch of distance we travelled towards Pari Mahal and every second we stayed there. After enjoying the aerial view of our city we made Cheshma Shahi our second destination. We reached there around 11.00 am and stayed there for one hour.
After there we reached Tulip Garden. Enjoying at the 2nd largest Tulip Garden in the world, we indulged ourselves in sightseeing and photography. Coming back from there, on the banks of Dal Lake we enjoyed our lunch. After lunch, we made a smooth drive towards Zabarwan Park and enjoyed some Hot Air Ballooning.
Towards the end of the day we rode the Shikara and watched sunset from the mesmerizing view at Char Chinari. From there we went on to spend the night.
Next day, we began at the Dachigam National park. The newly spring had given Dachigam a more beautiful and pristine view that kept us engaged till 12 the noon. From there we went on to Harwan Garden and enjoyed our lunch under the spreading Chinar Trees. After a brief siesta, we made our journey to the twin gardens of Nishat and Shalimar. Generally dubbed as the most beautiful places of Srinagar, we enjoyed our time and it really proved worth the name. We enjoyed the trip there and again enjoyed some sightseeing. Towards the end, we visited the Hazratbal Shrine via Shikara and made our way back home.
Srinagar can be visited throughout the year. However the best time to visit Srinagar is from early spring to late autumn
Snowfall usually occurs between the months of January and February in Srinagar.
The best way to visit Srinagar is by Air. Followed closely by Cab and then by train
Srinagar is best to visit during summers. However, you can also visit Srinagar in winter
To Book Taxi service for Srinagar all you have to do is contact Tripmore on 7051909192. Tripmore is the most trusted taxi and tour package service in Jammu and Kashmir
Srinagar is known for its natural beauty, Dal Lake and Mughal gardens
Best Months to visit Srinagar are March to October. You can also visit in November, December, February and March
Srinagar is a major tourist destination in Kashmir. It is certainly safe to stay and enjoy your stay there
Srinagar is in the Zabarwan Range of Himalayas.
