Pahalgam Tourism

A glimpse of heaven on Earth

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  • Scenic views
  • Hill Station
  • Nature

Pahalgam Attractions

One of the most important, and probably the most beautiful as well, Pahalgam Kashmir is a must-visit destination for anybody visiting Kashmir and other nearby destinations.

Located at an elevation of 2,470 meters above sea level, Pahalgam is home to some exotic flora and fauna, from the rare and much-valued saffron strands to the huge musk deers. It is a good place to visit with friends, family or solo, since it has something or the other to offer everybody from shopaholics to nature enthusiasts, from thrill-seekers to those seeking peace!

When talking about Pahalgam sightseeing, there are plenty of options available, no matter what your interests are. From rolling meadows that are covered in wildflowers in the summers and soft snow in the winters to placid lakes that invite a round of paddle boating; from views of lofty glaciers to local markets full of little trinkets that visitors take home as warm reminders of a trip that went well.

Pahalgam tourism is all about nature; the places to see here in that regard include the Overa Aru Wildlife Sanctuary, where wildlife can be observed up close and personal. Spot the brown bear, musk deer, wild rabbits, owls, lemurs and birds of various kinds. This used to be hunting grounds for years, for the kings and then the British. It was later turned into a small but beautiful bio reserve in order to protect the swiftly dwindling fauna there. Today, it is a popular spot to spend a few hours in the midst of the wilderness.

On a trip to Pahalgam, travelers love to spend time ensconced in the lap of nature at one of the sublimely beautiful valleys in Pahalgam. Aru Valley and Betaab Valley are where people head to first. Aru Valley is characterized by tall grasslands, thick forests and meandering streams, punctuated by glacial mountains, whereas Betaab Valley, the site of multiple Hindi movies, is characterized by wildflowers and rolling hills till as far as the eyes can see. Lolab Valley, a little far from Pahalgam, is also a good place to visit for feasting the eyes on myriad shades of green.

As a part of any well-planned Pahalgam sightseeing tour, planning the commute within the town is imperative. Pahalgam is full of good commuting options such as ponies, taxis and shared vehicles for tourists and locals. Ponies are available at registered agencies, but taxis and shared vehicles are available at most tourist spots, as well as the main town center.

The town center of Pahalgam is a good place to look for accommodation since it can be treated as the main hub for all sightseeing trips. There are plenty of eateries here that serve authentic Kashmiri cuisine as well as other popular dishes. The local market is also right in the heart of the town, providing easy access to everyday needs as well as souvenirs. Tourists love to splurge on handicrafts on a trip to Pahalgam, from exquisite dongra jewelry to figurines made of walnut wood, from authentic pashmina shawls to Kashmiri kahwa, from delicately woven carpets to traditional, fragrant spices.

For those thinking about Pahalgam as a destination to spend a few days, rest assured, utter contentment will be achieved. It is a peaceful place to spend a couple of days, and take in the bounties of nature all around, before moving on to other places.

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Iftekhar's 3 days trip to Pahalgam

The hotel was good but needs a lot of improvement, basically facilities were not available like water and electricity. Sonmarg and Gulmarg

Iftekhar Ahmed Wardha

Sharad's 5 days trip to Pahalgam

We enjoyed very much throughout the tour. Snow in Sonmarg & Gulmarg

Sharad Jain Indore

Shubham's 5 days trip to Pahalgam

Overall experience was good but package was bit costly since the package price was not reduced despite change in destination from Kashmir to manali. But I can understand it happened due to terror incidents. Paragliding

Shubham Mishra Jharkhand

Sunil's 5 days trip to Pahalgam

Nice trip organised by Harsit , enjoyed every step , Cab driver very friendly to each sight seeing.

Sunil Kumar Jammu

Pallavi's 6 days trip to Pahalgam

patni top was waste of money and time also hotel was not even 2star shrinagar sonmarg and gulmarg was the best

Pallavi Joshi Mumbai

Ashwini's 5 days trip to Pahalgam

Arooj was very helpful with everything, even in difficult situation.

Ashwini Sharma Uttar pradesh

Swapnil's 5 days trip to Pahalgam

No one contacted me from tour & travels once payment was done. Take extra charge for lunch in emergency situation.

Swapnil Shende04 Srinagar railway station

Tousifshaikh's 6 days trip to Pahalgam

Our journey begins from Srinagar, we covered Dal Lake and ride of Shikara it's the good experience. Then we go to the Gulmarg and sonmarg it's really Jannat.... Due to some bad news from pehalgam we skip this place. My travel agent, driver is very cooperative and they helping me everytime when I stucked to get any situation... Thanks you so much for providing me such type of good service.... Thanks Travel Tringle and special thanks to Aimen from guided tour and travel.

Tousifshaikh Kalyan

Nilesh's 8 days trip to Pahalgam

It was a great experience. Enjoyed the trip and also the travel agent took very good care of us in the critical times we faced in Pahalgam, during our trip

Nilesh Mali Pune international airport (pnq)

Vishnupriya's 6 days trip to Pahalgam

Thanks for all the support Mehar.. we are extremely glad to visit the beautiful places with your support in this crucial time.

Vishnupriya Hyderabad

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This beautiful hill station is located just 88.5 km away from the summer capital Srinagar. It takes approximately 2 hours 28 minutes to complete the journey.

Here’s a list of places that offer heartwarming cuisine in Pahalgam.

  • Troutbeat
  • Cafe log Inn
  • Dana Pani
  • Nathus Rasoi

Note that only post-paid networks operate in the Pahalgam area. Almost all major mobile service operators work here.

Yes. Pahalgam does experience snowfall during the winter season. If you want to experience snowfall, then visit here in the duration of December to February.

No. Srinagar does not experience snow in the month of June. Thus, you cannot experience snowfall in Pahalgam at this time of the year.

Famed for its warm hospitality, Pahalgam is a safe place to explore by tourists. All you need to bear in mind to take some precautions, as is needed while visiting any new place. 

 

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