Capital City

White snow clad mountains, enchanting lakes and picturesque landscape represent Srinagar, the capital city of Jammu and Kashmir. Bestowed with natural scenic beauty, the capital city, Srinagar is often referred to as the paradise on earth. Surrounded by exotic Himalayan ranges, the capital city of Srinagar of Jammu and Kashmir bears relics of the rich historical legacies and traditional heritage of the region.

The present city of Srinagar presents a harmonious culmination of architectural splendor coupled with beautiful tourist places that casts a magical spell on the tourists. One of the favorite destinations of the state of Jammu and Kashmir, Srinagar is blessed with numerous tourist spots. Some of the notable places of tourist interest of Srinagar are:

Dal Lake- The crystal clear water of Dal lake provides the tourists with a wonderful opportunity to explore nature from the colorful and attractive shikaras, a huge boat that offers royal comforts to the visitors

Hazratbal Shrine- One of the revered religious monuments of Srinagar, Hazratbal Shrine draws several Muslim devotees who derive eternal happiness and divine blessings from the calm and serene surrounding of the religious monument

Shankaracharya Temple- Representing the religious fervor of the capital city of Srinagar, the famous Shankaracharya Temple was built by the mighty ruler Raja Gopadatya and boasts to be one of the most ancient religious shrines of the region

Shalimar Garden- The beautiful Shalimar garden is the epitome of the eternal love of King Jahangir for his adorable wife Nurjahan

Apart from being an important place of tourist attraction, the capital city of Jammu and Kashmir, Srinagar is also a significant commercial hub of the state. Easily accessible from all parts of India, Srinagar has well maintained roads and world class airport that enable easy and comfortable journey to one of the most sought after tourist destinations of India.