Srinagar is the summer capital of India Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. Srinagar is dominated by many waterways and rivers including Jhelum River, Dal Lake, and Nageen Lake. The domination of the lakes and rivers acts as an add-on to the climate and weather of this lovely place, as it remains fluent for the entire year. The city is extended over and area of 1,585 sq. km. Srinagar is famous for its natural environment, gardens, waterfronts, and houseboats. Apart from these, Srinagar is also famous for the dry fruits & Kashmiri handicrafts like embroidered shawls & dress material hand-woven silks. Towards the north of Srinagar, one of the largest fresh water lakes is located named Wular Lake and Manasbal. However, Srinagar is called the cultural heritage of India

How to reach

To reach Srinagar, tourists may adopt any of the modes like air, road, water, or railway. The trains to Srinagar are easily available on the metro cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and even to some small districts of states. Srinagar is one of the popular stations in Jammu And Kashmir.

The flights are also available from every airport of India either direct or in indirect. The airport is also available in the city named, Sheikh Ul-Alam International Airport. Even, the visitor may book out a cab from there city as the National highways have linked the city to all the states.

Things to do

The visitors visiting Srinagar may do many things of their choice irrespective of that, we are detailing some of the things that they could do to make their visit or tour more interesting. The things are as follows:

• Trek to the famous trek points like 
• Go out for shopping within the local markets like nearby Dal Lake, or Mughal Garden
• Rafting at Sonmarg (not available in monsoons)
• Skiing at Gulmarg (in winters)
• Seek out blessings from Shankaracharya temple, Jamia Masjid
• Paragliding
• Explore the famous Mughal Garden
• Experience the living in colorful houseboats
• Have fun to the ride on Shikaras

Best time to visit

Srinagar experiences a pleasant weather with soothing temperature throughout the year. But still, the best months for tourism are from April to October. Even, the tourists may visit over there during autumn months i.e. from September to November. However, the place gets its beauty being magnified during the monsoons.

Honeymoon special

The couples planning to go for honeymoon to Srinagar will enjoy their moments to the fullest as most of the places created over there are created either to impress of their wife or are in memory of their love. They may stay in houseboats to glorify their honeymoon and spend their time in their own world.