Pahalgam
The
Village of nomad is unspoilt by the ravages of progress. This
is a quaint little village nestled on the banks of river Lidder.
This place is an angler's delight and even an amateur can catch
a rainbow trout from the rushing streams. the large brown bear
is a natural inhabitant of the thick Pine and Cedar forests.
Pahalgam has a golf course at 2400 meters above the sea level.
Camping equipment, ponies and skiing equipment is readily available.
Kolahoi is a popular destinantion via Aru a charming meadow.
Pahalgam isbase camp for the pilgrims of Amarnath. base camp
for the pilgrims of Amarnath.
Pahalgam is in Anantnag District and is about 96 Kms from Srinagar.
The nearest Airport is in Badgam Distt. The nearest Rail Head
is at Jammu and from there National Highway NH1A connects the
Kashmir valley with India. The road to Pahalgam takes from Khannabal
or alternatively from Bijbehara villages from this National
Highway. Every sort of transportto suit every budget from Buses
to Taxisply on this Highway.
It Takesaround 10
to 12 hours to cross this mountaineous road which crosses some
beautiful spots andthe famous Jawahar Tunnel linking Kashmir
Valley with India. Bus service is available from Srinagar and
Anantnag which leave at fixed time from the Bus stands.Taxis
and other sort of transport can be hired from Srinagar at pre-fixed
rates.Assistance isavailable at Tourist Reception Centre Srinagar.
On Road to Pahalgam one comes across the beautiful Lidder Valley
with important spots of Mattan and Aishmuqam.
Pahalgam has a number of Hotels and lodges of various types
which are open only during summer months. JKTDC has a Dak Banglow
and number of Huts which are available on hire. The tarrifs
depand on the type of accomodation to be hired. Accomodation
needs to be booked well in advance from srinagar. Tourists are
advised to contact Manager Tourist Reception centre Jammu/Srinagar
for booking and Tarrifs. Hotel bookings can be executed from
their representatives in Srinagar the list of which can be had
from the JKTDC.
Pahalgam
offers trekking adventure.
Trekking
can be undertaken to Kolahoi Glacier which is very beautiful
via Aru village.
Sledging
at the frozen Glaciers is also offered by locals.
Angling
( a license is required)
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