Head To Kashmir To Experience The Paradise On Earth

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What Makes It Awesome

Kashmir without any doubt is one of the most beautiful places in India. Having to see the simple lifestyle of Kashmiris and their attachment towards their land despite all the tribulations can give us a different outlook towards life. Also, the opportunity to stay in a houseboat; ski in Gulmarg {seasonal}; visit the tulip gardens {seasonal} and horse riding in Aru Valley - this might add an experience for which one cannot be thankful enough.

Places to visit like Srinagar famous for its gardens, waterfronts, and houseboats. It is also known for traditional Kashmiri handicrafts and dried fruits.
Pahalgam which is associated with the annual Amarnath Yatra around months of July and August.

Hemis festival is one of the most important festivals in Ladakh region. Celebrated for the birth anniversary of Guru Padmasambhava. It's organized in the huge courtyard of the largest monastery in Ladakh. Celebrated in proper traditional clothes where the natives perform a ritual dance depicting the victory of good over evil.

You guys should definitely try Shikara ride in Dal Lake to witness the calm yet beautiful Srinagar and Ride the Gondola at Gulmarg which is another beloved adventure. It's safer to travel by Air than by Road, due to the weather conditions as well as the area being hilly with narrow roads.

What Could Be Better?

Routes to travel and it's better to visit after taking proper safety measures since J&K has unstable situations.

What's My Pro Tip?

The best time to visit is from March to October. Baisakhi, Eid-ul-Fitr and Eid-ul-Azha, Lohri are celebrated in a grand way in J&K with proper decorations and rituals. Hemis Festival is celebrated on the 9th, 10th and 11th day of the 5th month according to the Tibetan calendar.

Anything Else?

Both Cottages and Hotels are available in different cities with affordable prices. Different travel packages are available at various travel companies but the starting price should be around INR.7000.