Places To Visit In Pahalgam
State rank: 16 out of 21 Places To Visit In Jammu & Kashmir
Here are the top 15 tourist attractions to see in Pahalgam:
1. Aru Valley
Must Visit
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Aru Valley is one of tourist's favorite in the area, with lush green grasslands and thick forests, interspersed with modest and playful streams of water and a backdrop of huge silver mountains.
2. Betaab Valley
Must Visit
6 kms
from city center
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2 out of 15
Places To Visit in Pahalgam
Kondana Caves are located in small village named Kondana which is 33 km north of Lonavala and 16 km north west of Karla Caves. This cave group has about 16 Buddhist caves. The caves were excavated in first century BC show wooden pattern prominence. One can reach the cave by descending from Rajmachi ...
3. Lidder River
Must Visit
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from city center
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Originating from the Kolahoi Glacier, Lidder River is a 73 kilometer long river with its mouth at the Jhelum River. The river flows through lush green mountains of fir, making up for a very scenic walk around its banks. The tourist village of Aru is also situated on its bank. The tourist destination...
4. Kolahoi Glacier
Must Visit
16 kms
from city center
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Places To Visit in Pahalgam
Situated over the Lidder River, Kolahoi glacier is a hanging glacier known for its breath taking views. While the only way of reaching this glacier is though trekking, one can also hire ponies or horses for some parts of the journey.
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5. Chandanwari
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Pahalgam is also associated with Amarnath Yatra as Chandanwari which is the starting point of Amarnath Yatra is situated near Pahalgam.
6. Mamaleshwara Temple
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At a distance of about a kilometer form Pahalgam, is a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, constructed purely of stone, by the then King Jayasima. The temple is marked as a significant place of worship in the region and draws pilgrims from all over the state.
Top Hotels in Pahalgam
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zebrina guest house
Staring from INR 999
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WelcomHotel Pine N Peak - Member ITC Hotel Group
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Hotel Alpine K2
Staring from INR 799
7. Lolab Valley
6 kms
from city center
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7 out of 15
Places To Visit in Pahalgam
Lolab valley is in the northern district Kupwara of the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Lolab valley is studded with natural beauty and warm, hospitable locals. Minus the throngs of tourists. This part of Kashmir is as virgin as it gets.
8. Amarnath Yatra
2 kms
from city center
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Pahalgam is also a host to the famous Amarnath Yatra which takes place each year during the month of Sawan (July to August). It commence from both routes, of Pahalgam and Baltal.
9. City Shopping
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While in Pahalgam do shop for woolens, carpets, kaftans, Namaz prayer rugs, Kashmiri handicrafts and tea cozies. Zamindar-Home of Handicrafts, is a shop in Pahalgam where one can not only get carpets and Gabbas but also fantastic shawls and dress materials with some lovely Kashmiri embroidery.
10. Tulian Lake
8 kms
from city center
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10 out of 15
Places To Visit in Pahalgam
Between the Pir Panjar and the Zanskar range is a sparkling blue lake, dotted by chunks of ice during the few times in the year, when isn't frozen completely.
Best Sightseeing and Tourist Attractions in Pahalgam
11. White River Rafting
31 kms
from city center
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Places To Visit in Pahalgam
Indulge into pure awesomeness in the rivers flowing in and around Pahalgam by rafting in its gentle gradients. A 2km stretch on the Aru branch of Lidder River is the popular rafting spot in Pahalgam. In Pahalgam, white river rafting generally starts in the month of June.
12. Skiing in Pahalgam
73 kms
from city center
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Places To Visit in Pahalgam
Skiing in the mesmerizing terrain of Pahalgam is an experience you would not want to miss. After Gulmarg, this town is one of the best options that offer the true essence of Kashmir.
13. Panchtarni
25 kms
from city center
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Places To Visit in Pahalgam
A camper's delight, Panchtarni is one of the most scenic spots around Pahalgam. At a distance of 40 km from the town, it has a narrow path which when traveled leads to the Amarnath caves.
14. Golfing
1 kms
from city center
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At an altitude of about 2400m above sea level, a nine hole golf course is sported by Pahalgam, also referred to as 'Plateau' by a lot of locals. One can also rent equipments here as well as enjoy the few refreshments available in the premises.
15. Trekking
2 kms
from city center
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Places To Visit in Pahalgam
With plenty of trekking trails, Pahalgam is the base camp for countless trekkers. Challenging mountain ranges, pristine lakes and plateaus make the region of Pahalgam suitable for all types of trekking. Best time to trek in Pahalgam is from April to June.