About Srinagar
Srinagar, one of the Paradises on Earth, is in the Kashmir Valley on the banks of the Jhelum River in Jammu and Kashmir, India.
Srinagar is one of the leading tourist destinations in India and has much to offer to tourists. The Himalayas surround the valley. The climate is mild cold in summer and near-zero degrees in winter, with occasional moderate to heavy snowfall. The avalanches in winter may block this city and nearby areas with the rest of India.
Srinagar has a long history, dating back to the third century B.C. The city was part of the Maurya empire around 2000 years ago. Gautam Buddha, the founder, introduced Buddhism to this Kashmir valley.
Dal Lake is famous for its houseboats and is another prominent tourist spot. Nagin Lake is another lake nearby.
Shalimar Bagh Gardens
Shalimar Bagh Gardens, considered to be the finest example of Mughal horticulture, is here. This second-century garden, rebuilt by Mughal Emperor Jahangir in the 16th century, is the most attractive tourist spot in the city. There are many other gardens in Srinagar.
How to Reach Srinagar?
Motorable roads connect Paradise on Earth to other parts of the country. National Highway 1A and NH 1D connect this city with the rest of India.
There is a Railway station in the city that connects Srinagar to Baramulla. Gulmarg, in the Baramulla district of Jammu & Kashmir, is famous for its skiing and snowboarding resorts.
Srinagar Airport connects the valley with some of the other major airports in the country. It has an international terminal, which connects the city with the Middle Eastern city of Dubai in the United Arab Emirates.
There is a cable car facility for those interested in visiting the holy shrine of Sufi saint Makhdum Sahib on Hari Parbat.
Are there any Good Hotels in Paradise on Earth?
There are many good hotels in the city.