Srinagar Tourist Places: Explore the Beauty of Kashmir

Srinagar is also called as Heaven on Earth present in the union territory of Jammu & Kashmir, on the banks of river Jhelum. Srinagar is famous for its serene lakes, lush gardens, and Mughal-era architecture. Srinagar is known for the stationary houseboats and gondola-type rowboats- Shikaras on Dal Lake. Adorned with tranquil Dal Lake & Nigeen Lake, Srinagar is the dream destination for honeymoon and family holidays. 

There are a lot of houseboats that offer a beautiful and unique stay experience on the lake. Srinagar is home to some of India's most exquisite Mughal-age gardens, with the top attractions being Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh and Chashm-E-Shahi Garden and is also home to Asia's largest tulip garden.

The Kashmiri cuisine is famous as Wazwan which include the signature dishes like Rogan Josh, Yakhni, and the aromatic Kahwa tea, which are rich in unique fragrant spices, is a must. The city's handicrafts, particularly its intricate Kashmiri carpets, Pashmina shawls, and traditional items, are renowned worldwide for their craftsmanship and artistic finesse from the Lal Chowk Market. Srinagar has great hospitality for its tourists, offering a range of accommodations from luxurious houseboats to cozy guesthouses, ensuring a comfortable stay for every traveler.

Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden, Srinagar

The Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden is the largest tulip garden in Asia which is present in the foothills of the Zabarwan mountain range in Srinagar. The Tulip Garden is home to flowers like roses, daffodils, hyacinths, iris amongst 48 varieties of tulips. The Tulip Festival held here is the highlight which attracts tourists from the world over. The Tulip Festival organized here is an annual event arranged by the Government of Jammu and Kashmir during the onset of the spring season (between March and May).

Dal Lake, Srinagar 
 

The Dal Lake is spread over 15 kms, it is the second-largest lake in Jammu & Kashmir. The Dal Lake reflects the snow-dusted peaks of the Pir Panjal mountains while the colorful shikaras (gondolas) float around. The houseboats and shikaras are its main attractions.

The Dal Lake of Srinagar is also popular for the floating market, where vendors have their own Shikaras and are not shy of approaching tourists with their most endearing handicrafts, saffron, edibles and even ice-creams in tow. The important attractions in and around the Dal Lake include the Island of Char Chinar, Nagin Lake, Chashme Shahi, Shankaracharya Temple, Hari Parbat, Hazratbal Shrine, and Mazar-e-Shura Cemetery. A sweeping view of the lake can be witnessed from the shores of one of the Mughal Gardens.