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Sonamarg
The
Golden Meadow is at an altitude of 2740 meters and is gateway
to Ladakh.It has brilliant forests of sycamore and alpine flowers,
silver birch,fir and pine; Sonamarg is a place of enthralling
beauty. Three lakes viz Kishensar,Vishensar and Gangabal can
be viewed from Nichnai Pass. 20 Kms east of Sonamarg is Zoji-La
Pass at 3540 mtrs which leads into Ladakh Plateau.
Sonamarg
is in Srinagar District on the Srinagar Leh Highway approx.110
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. Every sort of transport
to suit every budget from Buses to Taxisply on this Highway.
It Takesaround 10 to 12 hours to cross this mountaineous road
whichcrosses some beautiful spots andthe famous Jawahar Tunnel
linking Kashmir Valley with India. Bus service is available
from Srinagar which leave at fixed time from the Srinagar Bus
stand. Taxis and other sort of transport can be hired from Srinagar
at pre-fixed rates. Assistance isavailable at Tourist Reception
Centre Srinagar.
Sonamarg 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.
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Sonamarg
mainly offers trekking adventure.
Trekking
can be undertaken to Thajiwas Glacier which is very beautiful.
Sledging
at the frozen Glaciers is also offered by locals.
Angling
( a license is required)
You
can take long walks in the jungles and explore rich lora and
fauna.
Sonamarg
is also the base camp to Amarnath Cave for the route of Bal
Tal.
Alpine
Skiing is also available at high altitudes.
A
Popular trek from Sonamarg to Pahalgam can also be undertaken.
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