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A Poetic Expression Kashmir The Paradise


Popularly known as the 'Paradise on Earth', Kashmir is undoubtedly beautiful. It is impossible to describe the magical beauty of the region in words. Different poets got inspiration from this beautiful land. Loaded with charm, beauty and scenic locations, Kashmir is a must visit place for every kind of tourists. Snow covered peaks in the background and colourful flowers in the front create a picture-perfect environment that can bind anyone. As the great Mughal emperor has said it well
"Agar Firdous Bar-Ruye Zameen Ast
Hamin Asto Hamin Asto  Hamin Ast"
Which Means
 " if there is paradise on earth
Its Here Its Here Its Here"

Captivating beauty of Kashmir is alluring tourists since ages. Lush green surroundings and calm lakes of the region are the ingredients of the magical beauty of the region. Noted amongst one of the most beautiful destinations across the globe, Kashmir has many attractions that make the region worth visiting. Besides the magical beauty of Kashmir, the valley inhabitants are famous for their tradition of  hospitality and it also didn't got unnoticed in the poetry, referring to gushing streams of the valley and the hospitality of the people Kashmir the poet says

 "Zara Zara Hai Meray Kashmir Ka Mehmaan Nawaz
Raste Main Patharon Nay Bhi Diya Pani Mujay"

Meaning

"Every particle of Kashmir Valley is Hospitable
Even  rocks on the road side gave me water"

Popular attractions of the region include:

The Mughal Gardens

Manicured gardens, cascading fountains and royalty of Mughal empire are the words that best describe the three Mughal gardens of the region. Chashma Shahi, Nishat and Shalimar, these name reflect the passion of the emperors in making the gardens.

Shalimar Bagh is the contribution of Jehangir. Dedicated to his wife Nur Jehan, Shalimar is a beautiful garden. Sprawled over an area of 539 m by 182 m, the garden has the four terraces. Out of theses four, one was reserved for the ladies of the palace and was the best.

Located on the banks of the Dal Lake, Nishat Bagh is amazingly beautiful. With the Zabarwan Mountains in the backdrop, Nishat was designed by brother of Nur Jehan in 1633 AD.

The third one is Chashma Shahi. This beautifully laid garden is the evidence that the people who created the garden had a royal taste. The highlight of the garden is the cool spring water, which is refreshing and digestive.

Pari Mahal.

This former Buddhist monastery is now a garden. Rich history and beauty of the garden allure tourists from all over the world. The garden looks amazingly beautiful at night.

Wular Lake

A combination of few words can not describe the beauty of Wular Lake. Counted amongst largest fresh water lakes in Asia, Wular is mysterious after every few miles. It keeps changing its shape and character and thus, provides different experiences in single cruise.

Dal Lake

This is one of the most amazing attractions in Kashmir. In summers, it offers you a chance to cruise in Shikara. In winters, Dal lake offers you a chance to live your dreams of walking on the water.

This Heaven on the earth has many attractions more to visit. The list starts from the above mentioned and has no end. Some other names in the list include Manasbal lake, Aharbal waterfall, Verinag etc.

Apart from the scenic beauty, the land also calls on large number of tourists to enjoy adventure sports in Kashmir. Pilgrimage destinations of Kashmir deserve a visit to understand the devotion and culture of the region. 

Authors Advice For Travellers

Many Kashmir travel agents offer tour to Kashmir Valley at very nominal prices, mostly local Srinagar Kashmir Travel agents offer better packages for tourists as they have better know-how of the place and have early booking tie-ups with hoteliers in valley and Ladakh region.
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