Srinagar,Kashmir

• Dal Lake and shikara rides
• Mughal Gardens: Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, Chashme Shahi
• Shankaracharya Temple (Takht-e-Sulaiman)
• Hazratbal Shrine
• Old City and its bazaars (Lal Chowk, Nowhatta)
• Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden (Gandwan Valley)
• Dachigam National Park
• Pari Mahal and Chinar-lined avenues
• Houseboats and waterfront promenades

• Mughal-era terraced gardens and Persian-style landscaping
• Floating houseboats and shikara-led backwater streets on Dal Lake
• Ancient chinar (plane) trees and dense walnut orchards
• Traditional Kashmiri handicrafts: Pashmina, papier-mâché, carved walnut
• Saffron fields and nearby traditional crocus cultivation (in suburbs like Pampore)
• Panoramic Himalayan foothill views and seasonal tulip displays

• Stay on a traditional houseboat and take a shikara ride on Dal Lake
• Stroll the Mughal Gardens and watch sunset over the terraces
• Explore the Old City, visit shrines and shop for crafts in the bazaars
• Day trips to nearby hill stations and parks (Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Dachigam)
• Attend a Sufi qawwali at a local shrine or visit Hazratbal
• Taste Kashmiri cuisine at local eateries and traditional 'wazwan' restaurants
• Visit the Tulip Garden during the seasonal bloom (spring)

• Srinagar Tulip Festival (Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden) — usually in April
• Urs festivals at local Sufi shrines (dates vary by shrine)
• Navreh (Kashmiri New Year) and local cultural celebrations in spring
• Religious festivals: Eid, Ramadan activities, and Ashura commemorations
• Winter sports and snow events in nearby resorts (Gulmarg) during winter months

April–June for spring blooms and pleasant weather, September–October for autumn colors. December–February offers snow in nearby hills (cold; suitable for winter activities). Avoid the peak monsoon-related wet spells and check local conditions during political events.

Summer (June–August): mild to warm, daytime 20–30°C (68–86°F). Spring/Autumn: cool and comfortable, with crisp mornings and evenings. Winter (December–February): cold, often below freezing at night in the city outskirts and nearby hills; snowfall in higher elevations. Rainfall is moderate — occasional showers in monsoon months.

Nearest airport: Srinagar International Airport (SXR), ~20–25 km from city center with domestic flights to major Indian cities. By road: well-connected to Jammu via the Srinagar–Jammu highway (approx. 7–8 hours by road depending on conditions). By rail: the nearest major railhead is Jammu Tawi (then road transfer) — the Kashmir Valley receives improved rail links progressively. Within the city: taxis, shared cabs, auto-rickshaws, and shikaras on Dal Lake; walking is practical in many historic areas.

For Srinagar city highlights: 3–4 days. Add 1–2 days per nearby destination (Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonamarg) if planning day trips.

Layered clothing to handle cool mornings and warmer afternoons; a warm jacket for evenings and winter months; comfortable walking shoes; modest attire for visiting religious sites; sunscreen, hat, and a light raincoat in shoulder seasons.

Must-try foods: Rogan josh, Yakhni, Gushtaba, Dum Aloo, Kashmiri kahwa (green tea with saffron) and salted 'noon chai'. Souvenirs: Pashmina shawls, papier-mâché items, carved walnut woodwork, Kashmiri jewelry, saffron, dried fruits and nuts. Bargain politely in bazaars and buy from reputable shops for quality goods.