Category: Travel

Prospect of Gurez Valley’s connectivity to Kargil via Kaobal Gali on the Horizon

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Prospect of Gurez Valley's connectivity to Kargil via Kaobal Gali on the Horizon

The scenic Gurez Valley located on the Line of Control, 85 km from Bandipora district headquarters, may soon get a major tourism boost as authorities are considering opening the traditional Gurez-Kargil road via Kaobal Gali. The Gurez valley, which has witnessed a surge in tourist arrivals from far and wide in the past few years, offers new opportunities for local stakeholders to promote their businesses as homestays while hotels are mushrooming. To keep its eco-friendly nature intact, some local entrepreneurs have opened accommodations for stay in tents. Also Read |…

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Keran: A Pristine Paradise in Kashmir, Unearthing Its Enchanting Beauty

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Keran: A Pristine Paradise in Kashmir, Unearthing Its Enchanting Beauty

Tranquil Beauty and Rich Heritage: Exploring the Hidden Gem of Keran in Kashmir By: Javid Amin Nestled within the breathtaking Neelam Valley in Kashmir, the picturesque village of Keran beckons travelers with its enchanting landscapes and warm hospitality. Surrounded by lush green valleys, snow-capped mountains, and the vibrant waters of the Kishanganga River, Keran offers a serene and extraordinary vacation destination for those seeking solace in nature’s embrace. Keran sector is a picturesque region situated in Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir (IOK), close to the Line of Control (LoC) that separates…

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Hoteliers, Tour Operators Urge Govt to Host Corporate Events in Kashmir to Boost Tourism

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Hoteliers, Tour Operators Urge Govt to Host Corporate Events in Kashmir to Boost Tourism

The arrival of the monsoons in Kashmir has led to a decline in hotel bookings in the region. Hoteliers say that they are expecting a further decline in bookings in the next three months, as the tourist season typically slows down during this time. One hotelier, who asked not to be named, said that they were fully booked until June, but that bookings have since declined. “The current booking patterns have started dipping as the holiday phase has passed and the arrival of monsoon has further changed the mood of…

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Chatapal: Kashmir’s Mini-Pahalgam awaits visitors with open arms

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Chatapal: Kashmir's Mini-Pahalgam awaits visitors with open arms

Tucked deep inside the lush green virgin pine forests with the majestic sun kissing the Himalayas at the backdrop and a light blue river flowing at the base, this off beat destination is probably what the tourists ask for. Located 40 kilometers from Anantnag – just one-hour drive away via Achabal-Shangus-Chatergul, this quaint village has an uncanny resemblance with famous tourist destination Pahalgam. “My local friend from Anantnag took me to this place recently and I found it way more beautiful than what I had imagined,” says Vinay Jain, a…

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Kishanganga River: A Majestic Waterway and Its Enchanting Adjacent Tourist Spots

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Kishanganga River: A Majestic Waterway and Its Enchanting Adjacent Tourist Spots

By: Tahir Majeed The 245 kilometres long Kishanganga River originates in the Ganderbal district of Jammu and Kashmir near the Krishansar lake and the popular tourist destination, Sonamarg. The river is a captivating watercourse that flows through various breath-taking valleys of Kashmir. It covers 50 kilometres in the Kashmir valley the remaining 195 kilometres fall in Pakistan occupied Kashmir. From its origin at Sonamarg, the river flows northwards through the Tulail and Gurez Valleys of Kashmir before entering Pakistan Occupied Kashmir. It then continues its course, winding through the Neelum…

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