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Lush green Aru Valley with a river winding through pine forest in KashmirTravel
May 28, 2026 · 8 min read

10 Must-Visit Places in Kashmir

Discover the hidden gems and timeless icons of the Kashmir Valley — from the serene Dal Lake to the snowy meadows of Gulmarg — in one practical guide.

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Golden chinar leaves in autumn in the Kashmir ValleyTravel
May 20, 2026 · 7 min read

Best Time to Visit Kashmir: A Season-by-Season Guide

Kashmir is beautiful all year — but each season is a different trip. Here's how to choose the right months for snow, tulips, meadows or autumn colour.

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Terraced Mughal garden with fountains at Shalimar Bagh, SrinagarTravel
May 12, 2026 · 7 min read

Kashmir Honeymoon Guide: Romance in Paradise

Houseboat nights, candle-lit Mughal gardens and gondola rides above the snow — here's how to plan a Kashmir honeymoon that feels effortless and unforgettable.

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The Gulmarg Gondola cable car rising over snow-covered slopesTravel
May 06, 2026 · 6 min read

Gulmarg Travel Guide: Gondola, Skiing & Meadows

Home to one of the world's highest cable cars and India's premier ski slopes, Gulmarg is Kashmir's adventure capital. Here's how to make the most of it.

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Betaab Valley near Pahalgam with green meadows and snow-capped peaksTravel
Apr 28, 2026 · 6 min read

Pahalgam Guide: Betaab Valley, Aru & Chandanwari

Where the Lidder River meets pine forests and alpine valleys, Pahalgam is Kashmir at its greenest — and the perfect family base away from the crowds.

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Alpine meadow and snow-capped mountains at Sonmarg, KashmirTravel
Apr 22, 2026 · 6 min read

Sonmarg: The Meadow of Gold

Framed by glaciers and the gateway to Ladakh, Sonmarg is where Kashmir turns wild and high. Here's what to do in the 'Meadow of Gold'.

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A shikara boat on the calm waters of Dal Lake, SrinagarTravel
Apr 15, 2026 · 6 min read

Dal Lake, Shikara Rides & Houseboat Stays

A living, floating world of houseboats, shikaras and garden islands — Dal Lake is the beating heart of Srinagar. Here's how to experience it well.

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Rows of colourful tulips at the Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden, SrinagarTravel
Mar 30, 2026 · 5 min read

Tulip Garden & Spring in Kashmir

For a few magical weeks each spring, a Srinagar hillside erupts into a million tulips. Here's how to catch Asia's largest tulip garden at its peak.

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A traditional Kashmiri Wazwan platter with assorted meat dishesTravel
Mar 22, 2026 · 6 min read

Kashmiri Cuisine & the Wazwan Feast

Slow-cooked lamb, fragrant spices and the legendary 36-course Wazwan — Kashmiri food is a journey of its own. Here's what to eat and why it matters.

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Snow-covered mountains and pine forest in Gulmarg in winterTravel
Mar 14, 2026 · 6 min read

Kashmir in Winter: Snow, Skiing & Snug Stays

When the valley turns white, Kashmir becomes a snow-globe of frozen lakes, powder slopes and cosy log fires. Here's how to plan a winter trip.

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Rolling green meadows and forest at Doodhpathri, KashmirTravel
Mar 06, 2026 · 6 min read

Doodhpathri & Offbeat Valleys of Kashmir

Beyond the famous trio lie quieter meadows where shepherds outnumber tourists. Discover Doodhpathri, Yusmarg and Gurez — Kashmir's offbeat side.

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Artisans weaving Pashmina on a traditional handloom in SrinagarTravel
Feb 26, 2026 · 6 min read

Kashmiri Handicrafts & Shopping Guide

Pashmina, hand-knotted carpets, papier-mâché and walnut wood — Kashmir's crafts are world-famous. Here's what to buy and how to shop smart.

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Sunset over the terraced Nishat Bagh Mughal garden in SrinagarTravel
Feb 18, 2026 · 5 min read

The Mughal Gardens of Srinagar

Terraced lawns, cascading fountains and avenues of chinar — the Mughal gardens of Srinagar are living poetry. Here's how to see the finest of them.

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Turquoise Vishansar alpine lake surrounded by mountains on the Kashmir Great Lakes trekTravel
Feb 10, 2026 · 8 min read

Kashmir Great Lakes Trek: The Complete Guide

Seven days, half a dozen alpine lakes and a string of high passes — the Kashmir Great Lakes Trek is one of the Himalaya's most beautiful walks. Here's how to do it.

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