Pahalgam
Location: 95-km From Srinagar, Kashmir Region, J&K
Altitude: 2,130m
Main Attractions: Mamaleshwara, Baisaran, Tulian Lake, Aru
Best Time To Visit: May To September, November To February
Pahalgam is a Holiday resort famous for rishing(best april-september),nearby picnic spots and saffron fields.
95 kms east of Srinagar at the junction of East and West Lidder rivers is a popular trekking base.
The town is flanked by fir-clad hills giving way to snow capped mountains.
Pahalgam burst into life in July and August when pilgrims arrive to make their yatra pilgrimage to Shiva's ice lingam in the cave at
Amarnath. There are many short walks and pony rides around
Pahalgam. In General pahalgam is also a Holiday resort and picnic spot.
Nearby places
Aru-its 11kms away known for Scenic beauty.
Kolhoi Glacier-35kms Its meadows in forests and camping site.
Hotels in Pahalgam
Hotels and resorts in Pahalgam offer clean and comfortable accommodation to the tourists who have come to spend their vacations in this idyllic hill resort. Pahalgam is an ideal place to make a base camp for your trek to the Amarnath Caves.
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