The best time to visit Kashmir is from the month of December to February, this is when the temperature touches a maximum of 1 degree Celsius and comes down to -6 degrees Celsius.
People tend to think of winter as a time for rest but on another hand, these cold months can bring some joy to your life. Pack your bag and you are welcome to Kashmir “paradise on earth” Kashmir, where you can enjoy the white snowy blanket covering the mountains with the chilly minus temperature having a hot cup of tea.
Many activities to do and many tourist destinations to visit.
Places to visit in Kashmir
Srinagar
The heart of Kashmir holds a beautiful lake called dal lake surrounded by beautiful mountains. Srinagar will showcase the life of local people with the lust of old markets up to the peace in the silence of mountains and lakes.
Activities to do in Srinagar
- Enjoy Shikara ride
- Stay in a houseboat
- Visit Pari Mahal, Mughal gardens, and Hari Parbat Fort
- Eat some traditional food
Gulmarg
Gulmarg is mainly famous for its highest golf course in the world and the second longest cable ride in Asia. But in winter the story is something different. The meadows and the mountain are covered with white snow blankets, where the sky is clear and the stars twinkling, the chilly winds, and the warm hospitality of the local people and vendors. In terms of beauty, words cannot make justice in explaining its beauty. It is also called the heartland of winter sports. Many activities such as horse riding, Snow scooters, skiing, and Snowboarding.
Activities to do in Gulmarg
- Take a Gondola Ride
- Playing Golf
- Skiing
- ATV Ride
- Horse Ride
- Trekking
Pahalgam
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Pahalgam has a long and cold winter. December to are the months for snow-loving people like me. As winter arrives whole the valley is painted in white. You can see the valley view on one mountain peak with other mountains and water streams in between. You may encounter snowfall which may bring extra joy and adventure to your trip, so advised to gear u before the trip
Activities to do in Pahalgam
- ATV Car Ride
- Pony Ride
- Skiing
- Snow camping
Sonamarg:
The best time to Visit Sonamarg is Late March and early April for snow. Trekking through the forests, along with rivers and lakes and amidst the mountains and tracking up with inches deep of snow, Must visit Thajiwas Glacier, Horse rides, and sleigh rides on snow can make your trip remembered forever.
Activities to do in Pahalgam
- Horse rides
- sleigh rides
- Trekking
