I have visited three beautiful places in Kashmir, and have fairly concluded that kashmir is a safe place to travel for anyone. India, foreign - solo traveller or family / group. yes, the presence of army men and security forces is almost everywhere and the CRPF armed security officers are checking every car crossing important intersections. But let me tell you clearly. KASHMIR IS A SAFE PLACE TO TRAVEL FOR ANYONE , ANYTIME OF THE YEAR.
Srinagar is full of gardens, built during the mughal era, srinagar has all ministers and other important government offices and is almost like a capital of any city in the world. Srinagar is a beautiful city with clean air and majestic beauty. It looks even better during winters when the whole city is full of snow. The roads are big and clean and are organised, unlike other parts of kashmir, when visiting pehalgam or sonmarg one would feel the difference as most roads are under construction and are still in very bad shape.
This is the boulevard road, the road that is probably the most important and known road of Srinagar, Kashmir. Here is where you start entering the world of kashmir.
Another important note about kashmir, The people are extremely warm and nice. I have travelled to many places and seldom made such clear opinions about people. These people are simple, god fearing and hard working. Every morning you can see kids climbing in local boats. ( Shikaras) and going to school. Every other place you can see flowers in the beautiful valley of kashmir. Srinagar is a complete city and has everything you want. The houseboats are well built and can be considered luxury. Its a must visit for anyone interested in seeing how the world looks.
Dal lake has a built market that is floating and looks beautiful at night. The water in the lake is clean but not as clean as it used to be. There was a time when people used to drink this water but not anymore. The reasons are population, growing tourism and increase in number of houseboats. Currently, there are 1200 houseboats in Dal Lake. the authorities have blocked entry of any new houseboat.
The roads are just like any other chaotic area of India. But I for one found the trucks and buses to be extremely inefficient, causing the worst pollution in the valley. Every moment you could spot a guzzling black pipe whooshing populated remains of petrol and diesel. If I could cane one thing, I would want to improve the transport mechanism of kashmir.
I met foreigners from Switzerland and Germany. Most of them have been travelling India for months and have been in kashmir for months. they have enjoyed kashmir can no other place and have mentioned their desire to return to this beautiful place again. KASHMIR IS Safe to travel. Yes, it is a little orthodox but so are many cities and countries around the world. But I would definitely recommend visiting Kashmir and spending time with the lovely people.
Srinagar is full of gardens, built during the mughal era, srinagar has all ministers and other important government offices and is almost like a capital of any city in the world. Srinagar is a beautiful city with clean air and majestic beauty. It looks even better during winters when the whole city is full of snow. The roads are big and clean and are organised, unlike other parts of kashmir, when visiting pehalgam or sonmarg one would feel the difference as most roads are under construction and are still in very bad shape.
This is the boulevard road, the road that is probably the most important and known road of Srinagar, Kashmir. Here is where you start entering the world of kashmir.
Another important note about kashmir, The people are extremely warm and nice. I have travelled to many places and seldom made such clear opinions about people. These people are simple, god fearing and hard working. Every morning you can see kids climbing in local boats. ( Shikaras) and going to school. Every other place you can see flowers in the beautiful valley of kashmir. Srinagar is a complete city and has everything you want. The houseboats are well built and can be considered luxury. Its a must visit for anyone interested in seeing how the world looks.
Dal lake has a built market that is floating and looks beautiful at night. The water in the lake is clean but not as clean as it used to be. There was a time when people used to drink this water but not anymore. The reasons are population, growing tourism and increase in number of houseboats. Currently, there are 1200 houseboats in Dal Lake. the authorities have blocked entry of any new houseboat.
The roads are just like any other chaotic area of India. But I for one found the trucks and buses to be extremely inefficient, causing the worst pollution in the valley. Every moment you could spot a guzzling black pipe whooshing populated remains of petrol and diesel. If I could cane one thing, I would want to improve the transport mechanism of kashmir.
I met foreigners from Switzerland and Germany. Most of them have been travelling India for months and have been in kashmir for months. they have enjoyed kashmir can no other place and have mentioned their desire to return to this beautiful place again. KASHMIR IS Safe to travel. Yes, it is a little orthodox but so are many cities and countries around the world. But I would definitely recommend visiting Kashmir and spending time with the lovely people.
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