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Pahalgam Tourism

Land of Lakes and Gardens

About Pahalgam Tourism

Pahalgam, also known as the “Valley of Shepherds”, located in the Anantnag District of Kashmir, is a nature lovers retreat, which makes us believe that paradise is not always far. Sitting on the banks of the foaming and gurgling Lidder River, this famous tourist place in Kashmir mesmerizes visitors with its lush meadows, verdant forests, sky-kissing mountains, apple orchards, and very peaceful environment. It is counted among the top tourist destinations of Kashmir because there are opportunities for camping, sightseeing, trekking, pilgrimage yatra, white water rafting and fishing. A family holiday to Pahalgam is very exciting and you can do a lot of things to make your vacation a fun filled one. You can spend time by the bank of the Lidder River & enjoy the blissful company of Mother Nature. Other places where you can see the awe inspiring beauty of Pahalgam are Aru & Betaab valleys along with Bainsaran, which are dotted with meadows, lakes & streams. Pahalgam is also popular as a spiritual destination for being the starting point of the Amarnath Yatra, which is undertaken by Hindu pilgrims during the months of June & August, and begins at a town called Chandanwari, located almost 16 kilometers from it. For adventure enthusiasts, Pahalgam is a haven as they can enjoy camping at Tarsar Lake, Lidderwat, Kolahoi Glacier & Panchtarni. An ultimate adrenaline rush awaits you with white water rafting at Lidder River, which is also famous for a fun filled activity like trout fishing. Get the most authentic information in this detailed Pahalgam travel guide before planning a trip, including how to reach, best time to visit, top tourist attractions & accommodation options. Plan a trip with Pahalgam tour packages offered by Gurez Valley Trekkers that are available at the best prices & deals.

About Best Tourist Attractions & Things to Do in Pahalgam

Pahalgam with scenic landscape comprising Himalayan mountains, lush meadows, a gurgling river, and apple orchards make for a nature lover’s paradise. The number of good hotels and resorts amidst scenic beauty also add to the attractions of the destination. The top places to see in Pahalgam are Aru Valley, Baisaran and Betaab Valley.

The most important trek is from Chandanwari for the sacred Amarnath Cave and other important treks in Pahalgam are Sheshnag Lake, Marsar Lake and Tarsar Lake. Another must-do activity in Pahalgam is river rafting in Lidder River.

 

Aru Valley

Aru Valley is a famous tourist place in Jammu & Kashmir located in the Anantnag district around 12 kilometers from Pahalgam. Tourists are attracted towards it because of its lush meadows, pristine lakes & mountains, and it also serves as a base camp for trekking to the Kolahoi Glacier and Tarsar Lake. It is an attractive tourist place to visit during your holidays in Kashmir not just for the gorgeous views, but for the various activities which you can enjoy here. During winters, when it’s covered with snow, it becomes a famous destination for skiing & heli skiing.
Aru Valley is located almost 12 kilometers from Pahalgam, and it takes 30 minutes approx. to reach it. You can hire a taxi or any other private vehicle from Pahalgam to reach Aru Valley.

Betaab Valley

Betaab Valley was originally known as Hagan Valley or Hagoon, but came to be known by its present name & became extremely famous after the movie Betaab, which was shot here. It is located almost 15 kilometers from Pahalgam in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir. What makes the valley a top tourist attraction in Jammu & Kashmir is its lush meadows, mountains and dense vegetation, which offers lovely opportunities for sightseeing & is a photographer’s delight. Surrounded by snow dressed mountain peaks, its landscape is dotted with trees like chinar, deodar, pine, willows & poplars, while the Lidder River with its bluish/green waters complements its beauty greatly. It is especially great for enjoying a picnic and sightseeing, and should be visited during your holidays in Kashmir for its exceptional beauty.

Chandanwari

Chandanwari is famous for being the base, or starting point, to the famous Hindu pilgrimage site, Shri Amarnath Yatra, which starts in June and ends in August. It is situated at an elevation of 2,895 meters, and located about 16 kilometers from Pahalgam. If you are looking for an offbeat tourist place in Jammu and Kashmir where you can relax in the company of nature, then you should visit this place. It is blessed with picturesque beauty, with the Lidder River flowing closeby, and is famous for its sightseeing opportunities, as it is surrounded by snowcapped mountains. Chandanwari is covered in snow from November till May, and you can watch the lovely sight of glaciers melting in the Lidder River.
Chandanwari
Baisaran is located just 5 kilometers from Pahalgam, and can be reached by pony rides which are available from Pahalgam. If you are fit or workout on a daily basis, you can also enjoy a hike to Baisaran, which will take you around 60 minutes.

Baisaran Valley

Baisaran Valley, located just 5 kilometers away from Pahalgam in the Anantnag district of Kashmir, is famous as a top sightseeing destination, called mini-Switzerland because of its picturesque beauty. It’s a hilltop green meadow dotted with dense pine forests and surrounded by snowcapped mountains. This famous offbeat tourist place in Jammu and Kashmir is great for those wanting to spend a quiet time in the company of nature. It also serves as a campsite for trekkers going to Tulian Lake. Some of the famous tourist points which you can see en route to Baisaran are Kanimarg, Pahalgam Old Village, Kashmir Valley Point, Dabyan and Deon Valley Point. You can also enjoy panoramic sights of Pahalgam town & Lidder Valley from here.

Tulian Lake

Tulian Lake is situated at almost 3,353 meters, and located 16 kilometers approx. from Pahalgam. It is famous for its tranquil environs, blueish green waters and the wonderful sightseeing opportunities it provides, as it is situated in between the Zanskar & Pir Panjal mountain ranges. To reach the lake though, you will have to take a very long trek, known as the Tulian Lake Trek, which consists of steep climbs. Some tourists find it difficult, but is doable if you exercise regularly. Besides enjoying the alpine views and extremely peaceful surroundings.
Tulian Lake is situated at almost 3,353 meters, and located 16 kilometers approx. from Pahalgam.
To reach Tarsar Lake, you will have to take a trek whose route starts from Aru Valley, continues to Lidderwat Valley and crosses Shekhawas Mountains before coming to an end at the lake.

Tarsar Lake

Tarsar Lake, located in Aru in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir, is surrounded by meadows dotted with conifer trees, mountains and gorgeous views of snowcapped peaks. It is separated from its sister lake, Marsar, by a mountain with a peak elevation of 4000 meters.
An interesting fact about the lake is that it changes its colours throughout the day, depending on the sun’s angle during sunrise & sunset. The lake can only be visited during the summer, which is great because you get to spot a variety of birds like black bulbul, bar-headed geese, high-flying coughs and Himalayan golden eagles. You can also enjoy its absolutely peaceful environment & enchanting beauty.

Marsar Lake

Marsar Lake is located in Aru in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir, and is famous for its exceptional beauty. It is separated by another famous lake, Tarsar Lake, by an enormous mountain of 4000 meters. When viewed from above, Marsar Lake looks heavenly with the clouds covering it and moving away within seconds. The blue colours of the waters of the lake along with the rocky terrain surrounding it, makes it look extraordinary and a delight for photographers & nature lovers.
Marsar Lake can be reached by a trek whose route starts from Aru Valley, continues to Lidderwat Valley and crosses dense green Shekhawas mountains before finally reaching the lake.
Sheshnag Lake is located almost 17 kilometers from Pahalgam and 11 kilometers from Chandanwari Base Camp, from where the Amarnath Yatra starts. It can be reached by taking an enjoyable trek.

Sheshnag Lake

Sheshnag Lake is located almost 17 kilometers from Pahalgam at an altitude of 3,590 meters approx. Its greenish waters are home to a variety of fish including the brown trout, while mountains and snowcapped mountains encircle it from all sides.
The lake’s water is also considered to be of high quality, since it’s low in algal production. The trekking route towards it is extremely scenic and offers you breathtaking views of the surrounding mountain terrain & huge grassland terrain. The lake is associated with many mythological legends, one of which states that it belongs to Sheshnag, Lord of the Snakes himself.

Kolahoi Glacier

Piercing the blue sky with an elevation of 5,425 metres, Mount Kolahoi harbours one of the indispensable glaciated zones of Western Himalaya.
Kolahoi Glacier sits, about 35 kilometres upstream from Pahalgam, at the head of the West Lidder Valley in Kashmir. The glaciated section of this valley is about 5 km in length. Known among the locals as ‘Goddess of Light’, the glacier boosts the rural economy and tourism as the Lidder River feeds the mighty stream of river Jhelum.
The water in the Jhelum flows from the melting of snow received during the winter as well as the melting of glaciers in the alpine region. Owing to Kolahoi’s meltwater, the Kashmir Valley is significantly fertile with the cultivation of cereal crops, dry fruits, saffron, and apples.
Kolahoi Base Camp (4140m) is a seven day trekking expedition in Kashmir. The trail for trekking to Kolahoi Base Camp is relatively easy and cuts through lush meadows of Aru Valley in Pahalgam, rich forest of Lidderwat (3050m) and Satlenjan (3420m) and the highland lake Tarsar. This trek in Kashmir is popular since 1900s and has been aimed by many veteran trekkers around the globe.

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