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Places to visit in Srinagar

Places to visit in Srinagar

List of Places to visit in Srinagar

  1. Dal Lake
  2. Shalimar Bagh
  3. Shankaracharya Temple
  4. Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden
  5. Nishat Bagh
  6. Nigeen Lake
  7. Chashme Shahi
  8. Pari Mahal
  9. Hazratbal Shrine
  10. Hari Parbat
  11. Kheer Bhawani Temple

 

Srinagar–Capital of Jammu and Kashmir with Excellent touch of Nature

Also referred to as 'Paradise on Earth, Srinagar is the capital city of Jammu & Kashmir located on the river Jhelum banks. Srinagar is famous for its stationary houseboats apart from the rowboats known as Shikaras located in the famous Dal Lake. Adorned with the splendid Dal Lake as well as Nigeen Lake, Srinagar is one of the highly preferable destinations for honeymoon lovers as well as family holidays. Come here through the Srinagar holiday trip from Delhi.

 

How to reach Srinagar?

You can reach the place via Delhi or Jammu by road or air. You can come to Jammu via train. From Jammu also, you have a train but you need to check the connectivity to the nearby station because a full railway line is not probably operational from Jammu to Srinagar as of now.

Also Read:- Srinagar Tourism and Travel Guide

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Dal Lake

Dal Lake, Srinagar

Also referred as the diamond of Srinagar city, the Dal Lake is a preferable sight to visit n Srinagar and is the darling of tourists who visit the town. With an area exceeding 15 km, it is the second-biggest lake in Jammu & Kashmir. The Dal Lake resembles a mirror and from here, you can see the snow-clad peaks of the Pir Panjal mountain range apart from the colorful shikaras also referred to as the gondolas that float smoothly on the lake. Come here through the splendid Kashmir trip from Jaipur.

Also Read:- Sanasar-Jammu and Kashmir Tour and Travel Guide

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Shalimar Bagh

Shalimar Bagh

Shalimar Bagh is among the sensational Mughal gardens of Srinagar, and the biggest in the list of three Mughal gardens located in Srinagar. The other two are Nishat Bagh as well as Chashme Shahi. This splendid attraction was constructed in 1619 by the Mughal king Jahangir in the honor of his wife Nur Jahan and overlooks the glittering waters of the Dal Lake. It is also referred to as the crown of Srinagar. Come here through the Kashmir holiday trip packages from Hyderabad.

Also Read:- Yusmarg Tour and Travel Guide

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Shankaracharya Temple

Shankaracharya Temple

The Shankaracharya Temple of Srinagar is situated on the Shankaracharya Hill and is the temple of Lord Shiva. It is among the oldest shrines located in Kashmir. Also called as the Jyoteshwar Temple, the temple carries the name after the famous philosopher Shankaracharya who had come to the city of Srinagar almost ten centuries ago. The Shiva Linga worshipped by him is located in this temple. You can come here through the Kashmir temple trip from Mumbai.

Also Read:- Amarnath (Holy cave  of Lord Shiva) Tourism and Travel Guide

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Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden

Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden

Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden is the biggest tulip garden in Asia on the foothills of the Zabarwan range located in Srinagar. Earlier called Model Floriculture Center, from here you have a glimpse of the splendid Dal Lake. The Tulip Garden comprises a diverse range of flowers like roses, daffodils, hyacinths, and iris apart from 48 varieties of tulips. The Tulip Festival attracts travelers from different areas of the world. Come here through the Srinagar tour from Chennai.

Also Read:- Tulip Garden Tour, Srinagar | Kashmir Tulip Festival

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Nishat Bagh

Nishat Bagh

The Nishat Bagh is a 12-terraced garden situated near the popular Dal Lake. It is the second biggest Mughal garden located in Kashmir after the famous Shalimar Bagh. Also referred to as the Garden of Bliss, it has a Mughal central water channel comprising various fountains engulfed by huge Chinar trees. Nishat Bagh was constructed in 1633 by Asif Khan, the elder sibling of Nur Jehan. Come here through the Kashmir trip guide from Kolkata.

Also Read:- Top 10 Honeymoon Destinations in Kashmir

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Nigeen Lake

Nigeen Lake

Situated in Srinagar, Jammu, and Kashmir, Nigeen Lake is known for its fresh waters as well as ambiance that literally stuns. It is situated close to Dal Lake but is smaller in size. The lake has the name after nageena meaning the jewel in the ring. Come here through the Srinagar trip guide from Jammu.

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Chashme Shahi

Chashme Shahi

Chashme Shahi is among the three mesmerizing Mughal gardens located in Srinagar situated in the Zabarwan range that overlooks the Dal Lake. Also called as Chashma-i-Shahi, it was constructed in 1632 AD by Ali Marda Khan through the instructions of Mughal king Shah Jahan for Dara Shikoh, his eldest son. Chashme Shahi Garden is popular for its spring in a natural form called Rupa Bhawani.

Also Read:- Jammu and Kashmir with Leh Ladakh Tourism Travel Guide

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Pari Mahal

Pari Mahal

Pari Mahal is a garden comprising seven terraces situated above the mesmerizing Chashme Shahi Gardens located near Srinagar. Also referred to as the abode of fairies or the residence of angels, the monument of historic eminence is set at the high elevation of the Zabarwan range that overlooks Srinagar as well as the splendid Dal Lake. Come here through the Srinagar trip package from Delhi.

Also Read:- Jammu Tourism and Travel Guide

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Hazratbal Shrine

Hazratbal Shrine

The Hazratbal Shrine located in Srinagar among the holiest Muslim shrines as well as mosques in Kashmir, situated on the Dal Lake banks. The mosque is silvery white in color and houses a relic called Moi-e-Muqaddas believed to be the pious hair of the beard of the prophet Mohammed. Come here through the Kashmir religious trip guide from Calicut.

Also Read:- Pahalgam Tour and Travel Guide

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Hari Parbat

Hari Parbat

The mesmerizing hill of Hari Parbat overlooks Srinagar city and is a highly relevant religious place of Kashmiri pandits, the Brahmins of Kashmir. Apart from the famous Hari Parbat Fort, the hill also comprises other Hindu as well as Muslim shrines apart from a Gurudwara as well. You can come here through the Kashmir temple trip packages from Agra.

Also Read:- Gulmarg Tour and Travel Guide

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Kheer Bhawani Temple

Kheer Bhawani Temple

Located in Tul Mulla village close to Srinagar, Kheer Bhawani Temple is a temple of Hindu Goddess Bhavani, an avatar of Goddess Parvathy. The temple was initially called Bhavani Mandir but was later called as Kheer Bhavani because of the tasty rice pudding that was offered as prasadam. It is constructed over the pious water spring located amid big chinar trees. Come here through the Kashmir holiday tour from Chennai.

Also Read:- Sonmarg Tour and Travel Guide

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CONCLUSION

Being in the capital city of Srinagar is bliss when you make a Kashmir trip from Delhi. Srinagar offers a multidimensional tourist experience that covers the age-old heritage and environment. The city is mentioned in the famous book by Kalhana named Rajtarangini.

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