Srinagar – The Summer Capital of India
Situated in the Vale of Kashmir, Srinagar is the largest city in Kashmir. It is also known as ‘The Paradise on Earth’.
Things to do in Srinagar
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Shikara Ride: Shikara rides are a popular source of entertainment for tourists visiting the Dal Lake.
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Boating: Nagin lake, situated away from the city, lets tourists rent boats and enjoy the peace and calm of the scenery.
Tourist attractions in Srinagar
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Dal Lake: Considered to be the jewel of Srinagar, Dal Lake is the most popular tourist attractions of Srinagar.
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Mughal Gardens: Mughals had built several gardens in Srinagar during their rule, featuring Persian-style architecture. Some of the popular Mughal gardens are Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh.
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Hazratbal Shrine: Hazratbal Shrine is considered to be the holiest Muslim shrine in the Kashmir Valley.
Places to shop in Srinagar
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Lal Chowk: One of the most popular and oldest shopping places of Srinagar, Lal Chowk offers a variety of woollen garments, spices, copperware and silver jewellery.
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Polo View: This street market houses many handicrafts in the form of traditional ethnic wear, souvenirs and papier-mache products.
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Floating Markets: Floating Markets are one-of-a-kind markets. Found on the Dal Lake, they assemble every morning. The vegetables and fruits sold in these markets are of the best quality.
Best time to visit Srinagar
The autumn months of April to October are the best time to visit Srinagar as the tourists will be able to avoid chilly winters and hot summers. The city experiences the coldest of winters, with temperatures dropping to negatives.
Modes of transport in Srinagar
Taxis, government buses, private rickshaws, and private buses are among the most popular modes of transport in Srinagar.
Weather in Srinagar
Srinagar experiences a slightly warm summer, usually during April to September, with temperatures rising up to 30 degree Celsius. The winters, however, freezing with temperatures dropping to as low as -15 degree Celsius, usually lasts from October to February. Srinagar does not experience a lot of rain as winters occupy most part of the year for the city.
Airport in Srinagar
Sheikh ul-Alam International Airport, also known as the Srinagar Airport, is a military airbase that serves Srinagar, which is owned by Indian Air Force.
Address: Indira Gandhi Road, Humhama, Badgam, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir 190007
IATA Code: SXR