Top Things to do in Kashmir
Top 10 Sights & Landmarks in Kashmir, Jammu and Kashmir
The valley of Kashmir is as rich with history and political controversy as it is with culture and natural phenomena. Sample exquisitely spiced native cuisines and festive teas, then walk off your meal along the rugged trekking routes to the north. Marvel at the famous houseboats of Srinagar and take a spiritual moment to reflect at one of the many pilgrimage sites and religious shrines that dot the region. Of course, native craftsmanship makes for excellent souvenirs—carpets and textiles are an especial shopping must.
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1. Amarnath Temple
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 49 reviews
Yatra to Baba Amarnath Holy Cave for which one has to trek a height of about 14,500 ft is full of thrill and joy .The feeling of divine which is always beneath ones' heart , burst out and one realises 'Moksha' as one attends the Cave and perform the prayer before the Shivlinga . Surrounded by beautiful valleys, mountains , one will always feel His presence on the paradise of the earth, the memory of which hardly vanishes with time A journey which will rediscover the nature and its love which is always inside but one has never felt.
2. Martand Sun Temple
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5.0 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By AmanKGupta2780 - Amritsar, India
Beautifully kept, the Martand Sun Temple is built in nagara style of temple architecture. It is a protected monument under Archaeological Survey of India. Built in 8th century AD, it is senior to the Konark Sun Temple, Odisha (13th century AD) and Modera Sun Temple, Gujarat (11th Century). “Martand” is Sanskrit name for Sun. Ancient and medieval Kings would often call themselves as “son of Sun” (Surya-putra). The impressive Martand Sun Temple was built during reign of one of the mightiest emperors of north India, Lalitaditya Muktapida. LALITADITYA MUKTAPIDA: Emperor Lalitaditya Muktapida (724 to 760 AD), a name surprisingly not mentioned in the school books of India, was the fiercest and the most powerful ruler of the Karkota dynasty of Kashmir region. His name Lalit+Aditya means “beautiful Sun God”. His empire stretched from Kabul in the west to present day Kolkata in the east. Lalitaditya had founded a number of towns and temples in the valley. The Martand Sun Temple stands as his most magnificent creation. SIKANDAR BUTSHIKAN: Muslim ruler Sikandar Butshikan, the idol breaker, (हिंदी: बुतशीखान – मूर्ति तोड़ने वाला; اردو - بت شکن) in the early 15th century ordered complete demolition of the Martand Sun Temple, an exercise that is said to have lasted for a year. It was done in his effort to convert Hindus of the Valley to Islam, which he succeeded in doing to a large extent by persecuting Hindus on large scale, destroying the Hindu-Buddhist icons of culture and infusing terror in the minds of Hindus and Buddhists of the Valley. He had also destroyed a large number of Buddhist temples and masterpieces.
3. Ardhkuwari Mata Gufa
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By Bhaskar_10 - New Delhi, India
Had Darshan on 5/1/2020 On our trek to Maa Vaishno Davi we registered at Ardhkuwari Maa and on return from Bhawan the group number was still far off but due to less number of pilgrims in the current batch we were allowed and had a great darshan. The average wait for darshan is about 3-4hrs. after your group number is called. the group wait can be more than a day so it is better to take the tickets from the pilgrims who could not get darshan due to time or make the group registration on the onward journey and then do the darshan on return. Also the gufa mandir is closed for darshan in morning and evening from 4 - 7.30 during aarti. So please plan your travel accordingly. Jai Mata Di
4. Shankaracharya Hill
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4.5 based on 2,060 reviews
Reviewed By 376shaileshs - Navi Mumbai, India
The serene ambience of the temple amidst the Srinagar city makes this place a must visit for all tourists. If you're a Shiva Follower you will get the inner strength automatically to effortlessly climb the 243 steps to reach the shrine of Adi Shankaracharya ji. Mobile phones and Cameras aren't allowed for security reasons which all are aware of guys. So Jai Shiv Shambho.
5. Aishmuqam Shrine
6. Shah-e-Hamdan
7. Jama Masjid Mosque
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4.5 based on 292 reviews
Reviewed By linaadalgar - Bern, Switzerland
It's a very large mosque in the old city of Srinagar it has many wooden beams which looks quite good it is also quite historical. Architecturally unique, this monument has spires instead of domes and minarets. Interestingly, each of the 350 pillars of Jama Masjid is made from a single deodar trunk.
8. Amarnath Cave
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4.5 based on 148 reviews
Reviewed By travtk - Bengaluru, India
Trek up, take the helicopter and trek remainder distance - in any case this will be a once in a lifetime, arduous journey. Feel accomplished at the end of it. The cave itself and the ice linga is unique and mesmerizing. Trek can be cold, slippery (melted snow, frozen ice, narrow two-way path shared by humans and ponies.
9. Yousmarg
10. Baisaran
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4.5 based on 214 reviews
Reviewed By swap8587 - Mumbai, India
It is must visit during your pahalgam trip. All pony owners will take you here. Tourist call it as "Mini Switzerland". 45-60 min pony ride from pahalgam can take you here. Return time is 30 mins. This valley is surrounded by peaks from all sides and has great meadow in center. As we have visited in March first week, grass was yet to turn bright green. Still this place offered us views of snow mountains. Here locals also run few huts which provide tea, maggie etc. Do proper bargain with pony owners.
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