Gulmarg is one of the most appealing places in India for a first skiing holiday. Set in the Kashmir Valley, the resort combines broad mountain views, reliable…
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Srinagar is often associated with Dal Lake shikaras, Mughal gardens and snow-covered mountain views, yet the city’s quieter pleasures begin just beyond its…
Sonamarg, around 80 kilometres from Srinagar, is one of the most accessible high-altitude landscapes in Jammu and Kashmir. Its name means “Meadow of Gold”, yet…
A shikara ride is one of the defining experiences of a visit to Kashmir. These graceful wooden boats move quietly across Dal Lake in Srinagar, passing…
A houseboat stay on Dal Lake gives couples a distinctly Kashmiri experience: waking to reflections on the water, watching shikaras glide past, and enjoying the…
Kashmir rewards travellers who pack for changing conditions rather than a single forecast. Srinagar can feel pleasantly mild in the afternoon while mornings…
Pahalgam is often associated with pine forests, green meadows and the clear, fast-moving Lidder River. Yet beyond the well-known viewpoints, narrow trails lead…
A week in Kashmir can give an Australian family a satisfying mix of mountain scenery, local culture, gentle sightseeing and outdoor adventure without turning…
Autumn in Kashmir brings a crispness to the air, golden light across the mountains and an unmistakable scent of ripe apples. From late August through October,…
Eco-friendly accommodation in the Kashmir Valley gives travellers a more thoughtful way to experience Himalayan landscapes, village life and Kashmiri…