Best Summer Destination in the Kashmir Valley- Srinagar

By Neha Choubey

| Updated: Wednesday, February 22, 2023, 18:49 [IST]

Known as the "Venice of the East" or "Kashmir"s Venice", Srinagar is the summer capital of the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. Situated on the banks of the Jhelum River, Srinagar is part of the scenic Kashmir Valley, known for its matter-of-course beauty. The name Sri Nagar refers to a Sanskrit word that has two interpretations – one Surya-Nagar, meaning "city of the Sun (Surya), and the other" city of "Shri" (Lakshmi), the Hindu goddess of wealth.

Best Summer Destination in the Kashmir Valley- Srinagar

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Situated at the base of the Zabarwan mountain range, the city is bordered by the Jhelum River, a tributary of the Indus. An attractive city, Srinagar is surrounded by two famous lakes namely Dal Lake and Nigeen Lake respectively. Rich in natural beauty, Srinagar has some of the best attractions such as the Mughal Gardens – built by the Mughal emperors, the waterfront, and the houseboats.

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Which is the best place to visit in Srinagar? We'll give you the answers to these questions through these stunning photos that capture the beauty of the best of Srinagar. Talking of natural beauty, several lakes and marshes in and around the city such as Dal, Nagin, Ankar, Khushal Sar, Gill Sar, and Hokarsar are the main attractions of the place which offer memorable boat rides to the visitors.

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As well as monuments carved into history are also the best place to visit while in Srinagar, such as:

The Chashme Shahi - a picturesque Mughal garden is located in the Zabarwan Range, near Raj Bhawan, in Srinagar, Kashmir. The garden was constructed by the Mughal Governor Ali Mardan Khan in 1632 around the freshwater spring, which flows through its center.

Badamwari Garden located in Shahr-e-Khas is a center of attraction for nature lovers and tourists. Located at the foothills of Koh-i-Maran, the garden abodes trees, flowers, and cascades

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Srinagar is full of greenery which is why you can easily find many green areas here. Apart from the historical garden, some other beautiful gardens are also a part of the city, which attract tourists from India and abroad. Harwan Garden is located in Harwan Village, 19 km away from Srinagar. Surrounded by Chinar trees and full of beautiful flowers, the lake flowing through the middle of this garden fascinates the people who come here.

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The largest tulip garden in Asia spread over an area of about 30 hectares, the Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip garden is situated on the foothills of the Zabarwan Range with an overview of Dal Lake. The best time to visit is when the Government of Jammu and Kashmir organizes the Tulip festival during the onset of the spring season in the valley.

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The history of Srinagar is not new. If history is to be believed, Mauryan ruled here till the 14th century and after that, the Mughals made this beautiful city their home. Some of the palaces that have been witnesses of history are also one of the best places to visit here and exploring those monuments, which have stood firm here despite facing all the weather conditions for decades, can be the best thing to do in Srinagar. So apart from the greenery, Srinagar fulfills the purpose of a historical trip as well.

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So if you are wondering which famous historical places to visit in Srinagar, Go to Hari Parbat fort and Pari Mahal.

Situated on the west of Dal Lake in Srinagar Hari Parbat fort is one of the famous tourist attractions in Srinagar, Jammu, and Kashmir. Also known as Kooh-e-Maran, Hari Parbat fort was built by Atta Mohammed Khan in the 18th century. Hari Parbat offers a mesmerizing top view of the Makhdoom Sahib shrine.

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A seven-terraced garden located at the top of the Zabarwan mountain range, Pari mahal provides a mesmerizing view of Srinagar and the southern part of the Dal lake. Built in the mid-1600s, It is a perfect blend of Islamic architecture and patronage of art built during the reign of the then-Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan.