Best Time To Visit Kashmir

When Heavy Snowfall Start In Kashmir:

For those in love with the idea of a winter wonderland, snow-clad as far as you can see, the best time to visit would be between December to February. Be ready for the lowest temperatures as low as -20! During the winter season most of the region especially the Pir-Panjal range is fully covered in peak snow, greeting visitors with a breathtaking view, especially you can experience great snowfall in Gulmarg, Sonamarg, Pahalgam, and Srinagar.

 

How To Reach Kashmir:

Flight - You can directly land from a flight at Srinagar airport which is only 15 Km away from the center of the city,

Srinagar airport is very well connected to all other major cities airport in India. Jet Airways, Go Air, Indi Go, and Air India are the leading airlines flying daily to Kashmir airport.

By Road - Kashmir is well connected to major cities and towns by a network of private and state buses, which are both economical and comfortable.

Trains - At present, if you want to visit Kashmir via Train then you should board a train to Jammu Tawi railway station from there you can hire a taxi to Srinagar and Kashmir other places, buses are also available, and after 1-2 years you will be able to reach Kashmir directly via Train. the distance nearby 330 from Jammu railway station. All the best trains that have the best running speed moving towards Jammu railway station including Vande Bharat, Rajdhani, and many more.

Why Kashmir Called The Best Winter Destination:

Gulmarg - Best known for winter sports ski resorts & World's second highest Gandola Cable car ride 2 levels

Pahalgam - Called “The Valley of Shepherds” by many, Pahalgam is well known for its best apple orchards, and snow-filled sky mountains it's also a famous entry gate for the holy site Amarnath yatra.

Sonmarg- Known as “Meadow of Gold”, or Sonmarg, this scenic Himalayan town is an ideal destination for trout fishing and winter treks & spectacular lakes such as Gandarbal Lake.

Srinagar - Known as the “Land of Lakes and Gardens”, Srinagar is probably best known for Dal lake shikara and its exquisite houseboats, The Dal Lake is also known for its floating vegetable market. also, you can visit, Mughal Gardens Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Garden, and Chashme Shahi Garden.

Safety & Precaution During Kashmir Travel In Winters:

If you are planning to visit Kashmir as a tourist then you should keep in your mind some important points

During winter heavy snowfall from Dec To Feb month, You may experience frequent delays in flights from Srinagar airport to adverse weather conditions & low light conditions. Roads are also blocked for travel and you can expect frequent closures. So, be ready to trap in this kind of situation. 

You should also be very careful with budget hotels because they don't have adequate equipment such as electric blankets for the winter, and diesel Genset during electricity failure for many days during heavy snowfall in Jan & Feb month. Dal lake may be frozen due to heavy snowfall, keep in mind city local transport is not good during winter, so it would be well advised to book a pre-paid 4*4 car or chained vehicle like Gypsy in advance. 

with all safety & precautions, you can visit this winter wonderland on earth like no other!

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Naveen Dubey || ytbharat.com