PAHALGAM

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PAHALGAM

Pahalgam is a town in anantnag district of jammu & Kashmir state of India.  It is located at an altitude of 2130 m above sea level amidst the great Himalayan range.

Pahalgam is known as ‘Valley of Shepherds’, and it is a famous hill station in Jammu and Kashmir where many films have been shot. Standing at the confluence of Lidder river and the Sheshnag lake.

Pahalgam is surrounded by thickly wooded pine forests, breathtaking vistas of meadows and the snow-clad Himalayan mountains.

Pahalgam is also a treat for adventure junkies and is the starting point for several treks. However, the highlight of the activities available for tourists is the white water rafting facility winding down the Lidder River through the forests and down the rapids.

Pahalgam is not a mere hill-station. It is a recreation resort. It is like going into the lap of nature to do many things. Pahalgam is not a new place. Its been very popular. People from all over india, and a lot of foreigners-especially trekkers, would really like to go there.

You want to have a romantic trip with your beloved, want to get together with you family, and have what they call a 'quality' family time.

you want to do those little interesting things with the family and kids, like take a pony ride, just picnic next to a beatiful river, just lie down under the sun next to your 'hut' with fresh breeze blowing, and read a book, or have a game of cards.

Go to a cosy market and have a cup of coffee, or eat normal not-cooked-at-home food, or shop some of the exquisite of Kashmiri handicraft.

By Air

Srinagar airport is the closest domestic airport to Pahalgam which is approximately 95 kilometres away. The Srinagar airport is well-connected to other major cities like New Delhi, Jammu, Leh, Mumbai and Chandigarh.

By Train

There are no train stations in Pahalgam. The nearest railhead is Jammu Tawi, which is at a distance of 157 kilometres and is well-linked with most of the Indian cities. From here, you would need a vehicle which can drive you to Pahalgam via Srinagar.

By Bus

Pahalgam is well-connected with neighbouring cities of Srinagar and Jammu. Regular bus services are available from Srinagar and Anantnag. You can choose from the routine state-run buses or a special luxurious coach by any private vendor.