Jammu & Kashmir · North India
Shikaras, tulips and Mughal gardens
Srinagar is built around lakes, waterways and the Jhelum River, with a historic core known for wooden mosques and Kashmiri crafts. Mughal gardens, houseboats and mountain-backed water views provide a gentler counterpoint to the busy old-city markets.
Best time to visit
Top attractions
- Dal Lake
- Nigeen Lake
- Shalimar Bagh
- Nishat Bagh
- Shankaracharya Temple
- Jamia Masjid
How to reach
- By air: Sheikh ul-Alam International Airport is about 12 km from central Srinagar and roughly 15 km from the Dal Lake boulevard.
- By rail: Srinagar railway station at Nowgam is about 12 km from Lal Chowk; check current connecting train services.
- By road: Srinagar is about 250 km from Jammu via NH 44; weather and traffic controls can delay the mountain highway.
Local food to try
- Rogan josh
- Gushtaba
- Tabak maaz
- Haak
- Nadru yakhni
Things to do
Good to know
When is the best time to visit Srinagar?+
April to June offers spring and early-summer gardens, while September to October brings autumn colour. Winter is cold with possible snow and travel disruption.
How many days are needed?+
Three days cover lakes, gardens and old-city sights; add separate days for Gulmarg, Pahalgam or Sonamarg.
What safety precautions should I take?+
Check current government travel advice and local conditions, follow security instructions, carry identification and allow extra time for airport checks and road restrictions.
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