Kashmir

Kashmir Tourism

Best Time of Visit

December - February

Ideal Duration for Visit

5-7 days

Average Budget

INR 5000/- Per Person

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Kashmir

Best Time of Visit

December - February

Ideal Duration for Visit

5-7 days

Average Budget

INR 5000/- Per Person

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Summer (March-July)

Summer is Kashmir's most popular season; the climate is great for tourists, with nice morning and evening temperatures. At Dal Lake and Nigeen Lake, you can take a shikara ride.

Monsoon ( July- September)

The monsoon season in Kashmir lasts from July to August, and it is during this time that the region receives rainfall. During the monsoon season, Kashmir is transformed into a lush green paradise. The month of August is ideal for apple picking in Kashmir.

Winter (October - March)

Winter season, from November to February, is the best time to see snowfall in Kashmir; honeymooners prefer to visit during this time, and you can also go skiing in Gulmarg.

Special status

The Indian Constitution's Article 370 grants the state practically complete autonomy. As a result, the position of J&K has been called into question on a global scale. It is the only state in India with its own flag.

Dual Citizenship

It is the only Indian state in which residents are both Indian and Kashmiri citizens.

Longest Railway tunnel in Indi

The Pir Pinjal or Banihal railway tunnel is 11,215 kilometres (7 miles) long, 8.4 metres wide, and 7.39 metres tall. It is the longest railway tunnel in India and the fourth longest in Asia.

Unique Accomodation

Staying on a houseboat or Shikara is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that is frequently included in good Kashmir packages.

By Taxi

For local sightseeing as well as vacations and excursions outside of Srinagar, taxis are readily accessible.

By Minibus

In Kashmir, minibuses are the most prevalent and widely used mode of local transportation. The buses run on fixed routes across the city as well as the suburbs.

By Autorickshaw

A type of public transportation which is readily accessible for use as a mode of transportation around the city.

Population

13.6 million

Literacy Rate

77.30 %

Crime Rate

13 %

Languages

English, Kashmiri and Dogri