Whether you are planning a family vacation or planning a honeymoon; reconsider visiting Jammu and Kashmir, once again.
Leaving behind the fear of terrorism, consider visiting Pahalgam.
Pahalgam is one of the beautiful cities, located in the state of Jammu and Kashmir, in India.
It is approx.
2740 mts (8989 fts.
) above the sea level.
Pahalgam is popularly known as the 'Village of Shepherds'.
The town is famous for its scenic beauty and hence, attracts numerous visitors all through the year.
It is also famous as the starting point of the pious Amarnath Yatra (a journey to Lord Shiva's temple) which holds religious importance for the Hindus community.
Pahalgam, is a tourist destination, for family outings and is a preferred honeymoon destination as well.
Families from all over the Indian subcontinent prefer Pahalgam to take a break from the busy city life, whereas, the newly married couples prefer visiting Pahalgam for enjoying the scenic beauty of the Pahalgam Valley.
On visiting Pahalgam, the visitors can find their abode in various affordable hotels in Pahalgam.
The government of Jammu and Kashmir also puts in efforts to ensure the availability of affordable tourist cottages.
Pahalgam has a high tourism value, as it provides the visitors with varied options for timeless enjoyment, including: Mountain trekking, Snow Skiing, Horse riding.
Visitors, who love adventures, can choose to trek the beautiful mountains.
Some of the popular places to choose for trekking in Pahalgam include the names, such as: Lidderwat, Kolohoi or Sonmarg.
Another option to choose could be opting for snow skiing; although, it is limited to months of winter only, due to the availability of snow.
Visitors, planning their visits anytime during December to February can enjoy the magic of snow skiing in Pahalgam.
Another option could be choosing for horse riding.
The experience of enjoying horse riding in Pahalgam Valley is second to none.
It is primary occupation of the local residents of Pahalgam.
Other than the sight-seeing; the wild life in Pahalgam is another attractive feature in tourism of Pahalgam.
The wildlife in Pahalgam is populated by the Wild bears and Monkeys.
The beauty of mountains in Pahalgam gets multiplied with the emergence of wild flowers on these mountains, especially during the Spring season.
Regarding the information about how to reach Pahalgam; visitors can fly to Srinagar and then travel to Pahalgam by road.
There is no railway connectivity to Pahalgam.
Visitors are advised to check the official website of Pahalgam before booking tickets to Srinagar.