Kashmir, often called “Paradise on Earth,” is a land of snow-capped mountains, sparkling rivers, lush green valleys, and centuries-old cultural traditions. Situated in the northernmost part of India, the Kashmir Valley is surrounded by the majestic Himalayas and is home to several historic towns and cities. Each town has its own identity—some are famous for tourism, others for trade, religion, […]

Srinagar Flood Helpline No. The flood control room numbers are: New Delhi Jammu & Kashmir House (011)-24611210, (011) 24611108 Srinagar- (0194) 2452138 Jammu- (0191) 2560401 Home Ministry’s control room: 011- 23093054, 23092763, 23092923, 23092885, 23093566, 23093563 NDRF Control Room at Delhi: 011-26107953, 09711077372 People can also mail the NDRF control room at ndrfhq@nic.in. Srinagar: Anantnag 01932-224371, 222870, 222836, 222271, 9419051940 […]

Hemis monastery, known as one of the most ancient monastery in Ladakh. Hemis monastery representative reincarnate of Buddha. Hemis Gompa is one of the most important in Ladakh quite apart from its annual festival. You can gain an impression of the extent of the monastery area by climbing the so called eyrie, a hermitage (Gotsang Gompa) reached by one hour, […]

Zanskar, the region between Kargil and Lamayuru in the north and Kishtwar and Manali in the south is, at the moment, an ideal trekking area. The new road from Kargil over the Pensi La to Padum will bring a post office, bank and even a phone connection to the Zanskar capital but at present, you will find none of these […]

People call Ladakh Moonland or the last Shangri-La. These phrases sound dramatic, almost exaggerated, until you actually travel through the region. Then they start to make sense. Ladakh lies beyond the main Himalayan ranges, on the edge of the Tibetan Plateau. Rain rarely reaches here. High mountains block moisture-heavy clouds, leaving the land dry, open, and harsh. Most of what […]

Kashmir provides numerous sightseeing opportunities for visiting tourists, with its local handicrafts, sceneries that are unparalleled in the world for their beauty, historical and religious places of interest, and many other interesting things. Learn about the top 10 things you can do here to make the most of your trip to Kashmir. Kashmir, situated in the north-western part of India, […]

The state of Jammu and Kashmir offers one of the best holiday destinations due to its geographic beauty and serene landscape. This land is filled with natural treasures that attract tourists to the region repeatedly. The following list highlights the 10 best places in this destination. Jammu and Kashmir has been designated as ‘Paradise on Earth’ because of the astonishing […]

Purpose: Celebrates winter sports, adventure, and Kashmiri culture in Gulmarg. Activities: Skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, snow trekking, snow tubing, ice skating, and cultural performances. Organized By: Local communities, adventure agencies, and Jammu & Kashmir Tourism. Dates: The festival usually takes place between December and February, with specific dates varying depending on snowfall conditions. How to Reach: Accessible by air (50 km […]

Similar to most tropical countries, India too gives a warm welcome to the winter season, with many places still using air conditioners and sunglasses. This time of the year offers relief from the heat and humidity of the summer and monsoon months, with woolen clothes out to beat the sheets of icy cold winds in most regions. Kashmir too bears […]