Offbeat destinations in south Kashmir see a surge in tourist arrivals

Offbeat destinations in south Kashmir see a surge in tourist arrivals

As Kashmir witnesses a tourist boom with all major attractions – Pahalgam, Gulmarg, and Sonmarg jam-packed, visitors are slowly turning to offbeat scenic destinations. Among them is Kokernag in the heart of Brengi Valley, known for its freshwater springs, virgin forests, and Brengi stream, a major tributary of River Jhelum. The water of its springs is believed to stimulate the digestive mechanism in humans. The botanical garden and Asia’s largest trout fish farm, remain the major attraction in Kokernag. It is connected on one side to Achabal and on another side to Daksum…

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