Srinagar is the largest city in Kashmir and is situated in the Kashmir Valley. It is also commonly known as “The Summer Capital of India”. You are sure to get mesmerised by the charm of this city as soon as you land here. So, wait no more! Book your Amritsar to Srinagar flight tickets now and indulge in Srinagar’s heavenly beauty.
Things to do in Srinagar
Shikara Ride: Rides on Shikaras are popular among tourists visiting Dal Lake for experiencing tranquillity.
Boating: Nagin lake offers tourists with rented boats to enjoy the serenity.
Tourist attractions in Srinagar
Dal Lake: Dal is considered to be the most popular spot in Srinagar.
Hazratbal Shrine: It is famous for being the holiest shrine in the Vale of Kashmir.
Mughal Garden: The Persian-style garden built by the Mughals is also known as Shalimar Bagh, Farah Baksh, and Faiz Baksh.
Places to shop in Srinagar
Lal Chowk: The market offers a variety of woollen clothes, copperware, spices and silverware.
Floating Markets: Floating Markets are one of the rarest markets, which float on boats in Dal Lake early in the morning.
Polo View: Home to many handicrafts, Polo View is a popular street market.
Best time to visit Srinagar
April-October, the autumn months, provide relief from hot summer and freezing winter and are the best months to visit Srinagar.
Modes of transport in Srinagar
The popular modes of transportation in Srinagar are government-run buses, rickshaws, taxis, and private buses.
Weather in Srinagar
Srinagar faces moderate summer from April to September, the average temperature being 30 degrees Celsius. The winter season is freezing with temperatures as low as -15 degrees Celsius, from October to February. Srinagar experiences minimal rain.
Airport in Srinagar
Sheikh ul-Alam International Airport (SXR), also called the Srinagar Airport, serves Srinagar and is a military airbase, owned by The Indian Air Force. Popular air ticket bookings on Srinagar to Delhi, Srinagar to Jammu, Srinagar to Chandigarh, or Srinagar to Mumbai flights can also be made with exciting offers by IndiGo.
Address: Indira Gandhi Road, Humhama, Badgam, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir 190007
IATA: SXR