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Pahalgam
Languages : Hindi, Urdu, Kashmiri, English
Best time to visit : April – November
STD Code : 01936
Pahalgam is famous for its scenic beauty and is the jewel
of the picturesque Liddar valley located in the high Himalayas.
It provides an ideal setting for activities like hiking, trekking,
and fishing. It is also the starting point of the annual pilgrimage
to the holy cave of Amarnath.
Pahalgam is located in the western part of the state of Jammu
and Kashmir, in the northern region of India. It is located
at an altitude of 2130 m above sea level amidst the great
Himalayan range. It is positioned beside the Liddar River,
in the Liddar valley. Pahalgam is 95 km east of Srinagar.
The weather in Pahalgam is alpine. Summers (April–June) are
mild while winters (November–February) are cold. It experiences
rains between July and September. It experiences heavy snowfall
from December to February.
The best time to visit Pahalgam is during the summers, between
mid-April and mid-November. It can also be visited in July–August
during the annual pilgrimage to the holy cave of Amarnath.
Places of Interest
The natural beauty of Pahalgam and the verdant Liddar valley
attracts the traveler towards it. The sparkling water of River
Liddar, which flows near Pahalgam, has a number of picnic
spots around it. Pahalgam is a part of Asia’s only saffron
growing area. One can see the saffron plants in full bloom
in the month of November. There are a number of hiking and
trekking trails around Pahalgam. One can even explore these
places on horseback. Pahalgam provides a panoramic view of
the mighty Himalayan range with its lush green pine forests
and snow-capped peaks.
ADVENTURE
The Liddar River is popular among travelers interested in
angling. Stretches of this river are suitable for trout fishing.
Travelers interested in fishing have to obtain a fishing license
from the Directorate of Fisheries in Srinagar. Pahalgam is
the starting point of a number of trekking and hiking trails
to the surrounding mountains. Trekking around Pahalgam is
exhilarating, as it takes the traveler through virgin pine
forests, clear mountain streams, and meadows of wildflowers.
HOW TO REACH
Pahalgam does not have an airport or railway station. The
nearest airport is at Srinagar, which is 95 km from Pahalgam.
It is well connected by road with Srinagar. The travel time
between the two is 2½ hours. Travelers can either use bus
or taxi from Pahalgam to reach Srinagar. Tourists can hire
guided ponies and horses to explore Pahalgam and the areas
around it.
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