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Planning a far-flung destination wedding is often a dream that many couples share, and the otherworldly charm of Kashmir is more than familiar with travellers that tied the knot against the backdrop of its natural wonders. If you are planning to celebrate the big day with your family and friends someplace that will be your home away from home to help mark the auspicious occasion, Kashmir is the place to be. Brimming with cultural festivities and a divine serenity that is reflected in the white mountain peaks that surround this region, these places for a destination wedding in Kashmir will keep you and your guests busy before and after the wedding.
5 Scenic Places For A Destination Wedding In Kashmir
Whether you are looking for a winter wonderland wedding or the authentic punch of being serenaded by the blissful energy of the highlands, these places are just perfect for a destination wedding in Kashmir.
1. Srinagar
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The summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir is also the capital of destination weddings when it comes to the extravagant affair of this destionation with impeccable natural beauty. Home to the magnificant jewel that is the Dal Lake, also a ranking star of TripAdvisor’s top travellers’ choice for 2020, there are several wedding venues that will offer you just the charming aura of this city as you are surrounded by people who proudly share the spirit. From Asia’s most expansive tulip garden to romantic Shikara rides that are perfect for some pre-wedding photography, Srinagar is definitely the most recommended destination wedding spot in Kashmir.
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2. Gulmarg
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If there’s a place in India that can transport you to the snow-covered alps of Switzerland, its the vast plains of Gurlmarg. Add a hint of adventure to your destination wedding by taking a ride on world’s second highest gondola at Apharwat Peak or enjoy skiing before the big day with your significant other to make the jitters go away. The best time to plan your destination wedding in Kashmir for Gulmar will be between October and June when you can truely immerse yourself in the energetic culture that locals and travellers ignite here.
3. Pahalgam
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If you are planning to host your wedding from a venue where the bright Himalayan peaks make an appearance in the backdrop, Pahalgam where the mountainous beauty is at. Crowned around the Lidder river, it is one of the most recommended places for a destination wedding in Kashmir. From the Aru valley to the Betaab valley, the snow-covered land stretches for miles to explore and can be fun to enjoy post-wedding before departing from this region.
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4. Jammu
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Nestled on the bank of river Tawi, the subtropical climate and Himalayan candor of Jammu city makes it an ideal location for a destination wedding in Kashmir valley. The religious bliss that comes from being home to the Vaishno Devi Temple is a add-on, and with historic significance and natural beauty in abundance, it brings along countless scenic venue for you to choose from.
5. Sonmarg
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The name of this destination translates to ‘the meadow of the gold,’ and it is evident why if you can make your way here during spring season when the yellow crocuses take over vast fields to reflect a yellow halo. This is also a perfect destination and season for a spring wedding when the travellers from around the world liven up the town, and majority of them continue with their journey to the Thajiwas Glacier. This place is also dotted with some of the best wedding venues in Kashmir.
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From the iconic glaciers of Pahalgam to the joyous energy of Srinagar that makes for the best location for your destination wedding, if you enjoyed our pocket guide for the most best places for a destination wedding in Kashmir, don’t forget to check out our Kashmir packages to plan your trip.
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