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Srinagar Travel Guide
1. Overview
2. How to reach
3. Top rated things to do and see
4. Top rated hotels
5. Top rated restaurants
6. Quick facts about Srinagar
Guide and overview on Srinagar
This summer capital of Jammu & Kashmir is in the wish list of many travellers, who want to see the beauty that
Kashmir stands for. A paradise on earth, Srinagar was under the dark veil of militancy for over 15 years that ensured
not many people visit this region. Srinagar was once the popular location for filming romantic Bollywood songs.
Fortunately the paradise is not lost and travellers are coming back to take in the views of a city, which is scenically
stunning and is steeped in history and culture.
Srinagar is believed to have been established by King Pravarasena II some 2000 years ago. Its history dates
back to the times of the Mauryan Empire. Ashoka, the Maurya King introduced Buddhism in the region but with the
coming of the Muslim rulers in the 14th century, Islam became the main religion in the area. The Hindu and Buddhist
rule of Srinagar lasted till 14th centuries.
Srinagar lies in Kashmir Valley and is located on the banks of the Jhelum. Srinagar is about 300 km north of Jammu,
the winter capital of the state. The city is located at an altitude of 1730 meters above sea level. The very mention of
the word Srinagar brings images of the Dal Lake, house boats, dry fruits and Kashmiri carpets. The word Srinagar
has come from two Sanskrit words Sri (meaning abundance & wealth) and Nagar (meaning a city). Thus Srinagar
etymologically signifies a place of wealth.
Srinagar occupies an important place in the tourism map of the state. The city is the gateway to other lovely
destinations in the Kashmir valley. The beautiful hill station and popular ski resort Gulmarg - is just 50 km from the
city. There are beautiful lakes and gardens that draw travellers from different parts of the country and the world. The
Dal and Nagin lakes are two popular lakes in the city. Just outside Srinagar are beautiful gardens founded by
Mughal Emperors, which include Chasma Shahi, Pari Mahal, Nishat Bagh and Shalimar Bagh. Asias largest Tulip
Garden opened recently by Sonia Gandhi is another popular attraction on the outskirts of the city.
There is an interesting story about how the houseboats were introduced in Kashmir...
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How to reach Srinagar
Bus : Srinagar is well connected by extensive road network with Jammu, Kargil and other neighbouring areas. If one
is driving, drive up to Jallandhar on NH1, then take NH1A via Pathankot, Jammu, through Jawahar Tunnel and on to
Srinagar via Khanabal.
Train : Jammu Tawi is the nearest railway station to Srinagar, which is approximately 300 km from Srinagar. Jammu
is well connected by a good rail network from all major cities in India.
Flight : The city has its own airport. Srinagar airport is well connected to Delhi, Jammu and Mumbai by several
private airlines and the government owned Indian Airlines.
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Top rated things to do and see in Srinagar
Factories In Srinagar
Rank #1
Catagory : Shopping
About the Attraction : Every second shop in Srinagar has Shawls, Scarfs and other handicraft items displayed.
However, what was truly interesting is visiting one the factories where these articles are made. Walk into one of
these units and the sales people will be more than happy to explain and show you the process. They try their best to
speak in English are some of them were pretty good at it too. Whether its the Pashmina, Durrakha or Kani they will
show you all the products with amazing enthusiasm and excellent salesmanship. The price of these shawls range
from Rs 5,000 to several lakhs for a single piece. Like any other tourist destination in India, be sure to haggle as if
you life depended on it. Most of these handicraft units are located in the old city part of Srinagar. For a more modern
shopping experience, visit the Polo view market and Lal Chowk area.
Shankaracharya Temple
Rank #2
Catagory : History and Culture
About the Attraction : Located at the top of the Takht-I-Sulaiman hills, Shankaracharya Temple is one of the oldest
Hindu shrines of Kashmir. The temple is located to the south-east of Srinagar. The great Hindu philosopher
Shankaracharya is said to have stayed at this place ten centuries ago to revive Sanatan Dharma.
Nishat GardenRank #3
Catagory : Nature and Adventure
About the Attraction : Set up in 1633 AD by the brother of Queen Nur Jehan - Asaf Khan, the Nishat Garden is
situated on the banks of Dal Lake. With the backdrop of Zabarwan hills, the terraced garden with beautiful water
channel flowing right in the middle commands magnificent view of the lake and the Pir Panjal range.
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Khanqah Of Shah Hamadan
Rank #4
Catagory : History and Culture
About the Attraction : The first mosque ever built in Srinagar, Khangah of Shah Hamadan is situated on the banks
of the river Jhelum, between the third and fourth bridge. Sultan Sikander built the Shrine in 1395 in honor of Mir
Sayed Ali Hamadni, who is credited to have spread Islam here.
Jami Masjid
Rank #5
Catagory : History and Culture
About the Attraction : Located in the heart of the city, Jami Masjid is one of Kashmirs oldest mosques. Jami
Masjid was built in 1400 AD by Sultan Sikandar and was enlarged later by his son, Zain-ul- Abidin. The mosque was
burned down in 1479. It was re-constructed during the reign Hasan Shah, Muhammad Shah and Fateh Shah only to
burn again in 1620. The mosque was built again by Jehangir and Shah Jahan but reduced to ashes in 1674. Later
Mughal King Aurangzeb re-built the mosque.
Hazratbal Mosque
Rank #6
Catagory : History and Culture
About the Attraction : Not too far from the Nishat Bagh is the white marble mosque Hazratbal that houses the Moi-
e-Muqqadus, (the sacred hair) of the Prophet Muhammad.
Chashmashahi Garden
Rank #7
Catagory : Nature and Adventure
About the Attraction : Well laid out in terraces, Chashmashai commands a magnificent view of the Dal Lake and
surrounding mountain ranges. Chashmashahi was built by Shah Jehan in 1632 AD and it is host to multiple kinds of
fruit and flower plants including the Chinars.
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Top hotels in Srinagar
Centaur Lake View
User Rating : 8/10
Address : Centaur Lake View Hotel, Chasmesahi, Srinagar, J&
Contact : 423- 2443818 / 2452710/11/12
Price Range : Less than Rs. 1500
Highly Rated for: Value
Amenities : Parking Facility,Restaurant,Room Service,Travel Desk.
About the Hotel : -
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Hotel Broadway
User Rating : 8/10
Address : Maulana Azad Road, Srinagar, Kashmir
Contact : 1124110308
Price Range : More than Rs. 4000
Highly Rated for: Rooms
Amenities : Air Conditioner,Bar,Cable TV,Credit Card Accepted,Doctor on
call,Health Club,Indoor Games,Internet,Laundary Service,Money
Exchange,Outdoor Games,Parking Facility,Restaurant,Room Service,Safari
Arrangements,Shopping Arcade,Spa / Massage,STD / ISD,Swimming
Pool,Travel Desk,Vehicles on Rent.
About the Hotel : Hotel Broadway is located 13 km from airport, 300 km from Jammu Railway station. It is one of
the finest Luxury Hotel of Srinagar.
Lalit Grand Palace
User Rating : 8/10
Address : Gupkar Road
Contact : 8040430000
Price Range : More than Rs. 4000
Highly Rated for: Service
Amenities : Air Conditioner,Bar,Cable TV,Credit Card Accepted,Doctor on
call,Health Club,Indoor Games,Internet,Laundary Service,Money
Exchange,Outdoor Games,Parking Facility,Parlour,Restaurant,Room
Service,Shopping Arcade,Spa / Massage,STD / ISD,Swimming Pool,Travel
Desk,Vehicles on Rent.
About the Hotel : Lalit Grand Palace (earlier Intercontinental The Grand Palace) Srinagar overlooks the famous Dal
Lake. It is located 15 km from airport.
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Meena Group Houseboats
User Rating : 8/10
Address : Boulevard Road
Contact : 8772253316
Price Range : Less than Rs. 1500
Highly Rated for: Location
Amenities : Air Conditioner,Cable TV,Credit Card Accepted,Doctor on
call,Internet,Laundary Service,Money Exchange,Parking
Facility,Restaurant,Room Service,STD / ISD,Travel Desk,Vehicles on Rent.
About the Hotel : Meena Group Houseboats , Srinagaris a perfection intricately brought to life by Kashmir
craftsmen,-abudget propertyis located 16 kilometres away from the airport, 200 kilometres from Jammu railway
station.
Hotel Malik Palace
User Rating : 8/10
Address : IST Boulevard Road, Gate No 1
Contact : 8772237773
Price Range : Less than Rs. 1500
Highly Rated for: Value
Amenities : Laundary Service,Parking Facility,Restaurant,Room Service.
About the Hotel : Hotel Malik Palace (Previously Layga Business Inn)is located on Boulevard Road and is
accessible to all the major tourist hubs of the area.
Hotel Shaneel Residency
User Rating : 8/10
Address : -
Contact : 6612520001
Price Range : Rs. 1500 to 4000
Highly Rated for: Rooms
Amenities : Air Conditioner,Cable TV,Credit Card Accepted,Doctor on
call,Internet,Laundary Service,Parking Facility,Restaurant,Room
Service,Safari Arrangements,Travel Desk,Vehicles on Rent.
About the Hotel : -
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Hotel New Park
User Rating : 7/10
Address : Boulevard Dal Lake
Contact : 8322489761
Price Range : Less than Rs. 1500
Highly Rated for: Location
Amenities : Air Conditioner,Bar,Cable TV,Child Care,Credit Card
Accepted,Doctor on call,Health Club,Indoor Games,Internet,Laundary
Service,Money Exchange,Outdoor Games,Parking
Facility,Parlour,Restaurant,Room Service,STD / ISD,Swimming Pool,Travel
Desk,Vehicles on Rent.
About the Hotel : Hotel New Park is located at Srinagar at the Boulevard facing the Dal Lake-The hotel is located
13 km from airport,50 km from Gulmarg and 300 km from jammu.
Kolu Group Of Houseboats
User Rating : 6/10
Address : Opp hotel Duke , Dal lake
Contact : 09411507254
Price Range : Less than Rs. 1500
Highly Rated for: Location
Amenities : Doctor on call,Laundary Service,Parking
Facility,Restaurant,Room Service,STD / ISD.
About the Hotel : Kolu Group Of Houseboats are located at the heart of Dal Lake,-abudget propertyis located on
the Dal Lake amidst the picturesque surroundings of the hills, valleys and flowers of Srinagar.
Valley Group Of Houseboats,
User Rating : 6/10
Address : Dal lake
Contact : 1612771700
Price Range : More than Rs. 4000
Highly Rated for: Cleanliness
Amenities : Credit Card Accepted,Laundary Service,Parking
Facility,Restaurant,Room Service,STD / ISD.
About the Hotel : Valley Group of Houseboats is the most enchanting way to sail through the paradise Kashmir is
by houseboats-a 4 star property is located on the Dal Lake amidst the picturesque surroundings of the hills, valleys
and flowers of Srinagar.
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Hotel Sadaf
User Rating : 6/10
Address : 45,Exchange Road, S P College Lane,
Contact : 1772658871
Price Range : Less than Rs. 1500
Highly Rated for: Location
Amenities : Doctor on call,Laundary Service,Parking Facility,Room
Service,Travel Desk.
About the Hotel : Hotel Sadaf,Srinagar is situated in a calm location and surrounded by greenery.-The2 star
property lies in the heart of the city, 2 km away from the Dal Lake and 1.5 km from the Tourist Reception Centre.
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Quick Facts about Srinagar
Altitude 1730 meters
TemperatureSummer 33 (Max) & 14(Min) Degrees Celsius
Winter 12 (Max) & -6 (Min) Degrees Celsius
Best Time To Go April to June & October
Monsoon July to September
Summer April to June
Winter -
Clothes Very-heavy woolens in winter and light woolen in summer
Nearest Airport Srinagar
Railway StationUdhampur- 230 km, Jammu Tawi- 300 km (Main Railway
Station)
Bus Station Srinagar
Hospital & DoctorOne Civil Hospital and one District Hospital with emergency
services are located in Srinagar.
SightSeeingMughal Gardens, Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, Chashmashahi,
Shankracharya mandir, Hazrathbal Shrine, Jama Masjid...
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