Touching down at Sheikh ul-Alam International after a long-haul flight from Sydney or Melbourne, the first thing most travellers notice is the crisp mountain…
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Kashmir is well suited to a family holiday when the itinerary leaves room for fresh air, short outings and unhurried meals. Children can meet ponies beside…
Shalimar Garden sits on the northeastern edge of Dal Lake in Srinagar, a sixteen-hectare Mughal-era retreat that has welcomed visitors for over four centuries.…
A honeymoon should feel like a reward, not a financial worry. For couples weighing romance against the cost of international travel, Kashmir offers a rare mix…
Spring across the Kashmir Valley transforms the high Himalayan landscape into a layered canvas of colour, from the blush of almond orchards to the wide sweeps…
The road from Srinagar to Leh via Kargil is one of the great Himalayan journeys: a dramatic change from green Kashmir Valley scenery to stark mountain passes,…
Gurez Valley is one of Kashmir’s most rewarding short-break destinations, with broad alpine meadows, snow-dusted ridges, wooden homes and the clear Kishanganga…
A visit to Kashmir is incomplete without experiencing Wazwan, the grand culinary tradition of the Valley. Built around slow-cooked meat, fragrant rice,…
Booking a Kashmir holiday online can be straightforward when the process is broken into clear stages. From choosing the right season to checking hotel…
Srinagar is best known for Dal Lake, Mughal gardens and snow-lined mountain views, yet the city’s creative character is found in its workshops. Clay is shaped…