Enjoy a Cup of #Kahwa Tea in #Kashmir this Winter This winter, get handcuffed in the mystifying beauty and mouth-watering cuisines of Kashmir. The beauty, the serenity and the calmness are the not the only factors which make Kashmir the most desired vacation destination by those who love to live out of their back-packs. This epitome of natural beauty, which is also considered as the most scenic summer getaway across #Asia and has left several poets trapped in between their poetic lines (describing Kashmirs beauty). Also this hilly region boasts not one, but of having at least 10 beautiful holiday destinations within it which makes it the most preferred summer destination for #travellers. The most visited locals in the district are #Shrinagar, #Gulmarg, #Sonamarg, #Yousmarg, #Patnitop, #Leh, #Zangla, #Zanskar, #Ladakh and #Pahalgam. What makes Shrinagar a must visit for all the Kashmir bound travellers is its connectivity to the rest of the #nation and not to overlook, its breathtaking beauty. Its beauty is considered undisputable as the famous Dal and Nagin #lakes landscape it and enhance its picturesque settings. While the changing play of the seasons and the nourishing climate ensures that the city is equally attractive to visitors around the year. What to do Apart from doing the regular #skiing and #skating activities, Kashmir offers a unique opportunity to play #golf in invigorating surroundings, where the wind whispers through enormous trees of chinar and stately pine. In the verdant golf courses at Srinagar and Gulmarg, you will be able to play for longer hours than in the plains because of the lower temperatures. And delightfully, even during winters, the courses in Srinagar not closed until the city is #snowbound. Also staying in the #houseboats in the lakes of Kashmir is another attraction for many #tourists and is sure to be a memorable experience for you to cherish. The other tourist attractions in the surrounding areas include the Bahu #Fort, Hazrat Bal #Shrine, Amar #Mahal Palace, wildlife #sanctuaries, #fishing, #bungee jumping and #safaris. Shopping can be another attraction as people purchase the hand woven carpets and shawls to take back with them. Must eat The Kashmiri food can be the simple meal of a family, or a 36-course wedding banquet called #wazawan. Made with rich and redolent flavour of cinnamon, cardamom, cloves and saffron, the cuisine is a foodies delight. What is most commonly available here, even in the distant dhabas is steamed rice. When in Kashmir, try the authentic kahwa (Persian tea), which is served after a lavish meal. Also while eating the traditional Kashmiri murg, opt for the traditional breads like tsot, tshochwar and bakerkhani. In terms of Kashmiri cuisine mutton, chicken or fish are of prime importance. However, the vegetarians too have a share to relish. The Kashmiri dum-aloo is the best one has ever had in the country.
Posted on: Mon, 18 Nov 2013 06:48:14 +0000