Winter is a month in which one should be encircled with white glowing snow and feel the romantic foggy weather either with your life partner or with friends and family. Numerous populations of the world live in regions where there is no snow. For them it is a dream come true to witness snowfall, particularly the scene where one is surrounded by contrasty snow-covered mountains, witnessing the beauty of snowflakes falling from the sky.
CONTENTS
1. Kashmir: The Snowy Paradise
2. Locals in Kashmir
3. Adventure and Recreation
4. Different Rides
5. Winter Delicacies to cherish in the chill
6. Get ready for the snow show
Kashmir: The Snowy Paradise
Kashmir which is known as Paradise on Earth, Mini Switzerland of India is among the top most, sought-after places for a vacation, especially in the unimaginably beautiful Winter Season. Kashmir has a long winter in which it is covered with thick dense snow which makes the environment full of silence and peace.
LOCALS IN KASHMIR
Local people remain mainly in their cozy houses and enjoy the winter delicacies of Kashmiri cuisine such as Kehwa (A kind of tea made using cardamom, cinnamon, Kashmiri Saffron, and dry fruits.) and Harissa (A dish made by grinding meat into a paste, mixed with rice and other spices.).
Others who do not let themselves get bored in their homes, get ready for adventures that wait for them in the meadows, forests, glaciers, streams, and freshwater lakes of the valley. These Winter Activities in Kashmir can be experienced seamlessly with our Kashmir Tour packages.
ADVENTURE AND RECREATION
The adventure activities that can be done are endless:
a. Skiing: It is one of the most loved things that tourists do. Skiing can be done at the world-famous Gulmarg ski resort. There are trainers also who teach the art of drifting on the snow.
b. Heli skiing: This is a very professional kind of skiing that is done on high-altitude slopes, and it needs expertise and pro equipment for skiing on the powdery snow that is found in the higher reaches. Professional skiers and snowboarders fly in helicopters go up to the higher reaches and come down skiing on the slopes.
c. Snowshoeing: This sport is also played by many people in which they run on the snow by wearing a special kind of shoe meant for the purpose.
d. Ice skating: Gulmarg ski resort is the ideal place to do ice skating on the ice skating ring designed specially for the purpose.
e. Mountaineering: One of the most effort- and courage-demanding activities. Mountaineers can climb various majestic mounts and peaks and touch the summits of these sky-touching formations. The highest peak in Kashmir is Nun with an elevation of 23,409 ft. Other high peaks include Bharanzar, Brammah, Kolahoi, Amarnath, and Harmukh.
f. Trekking: Trekking is very accessible in the valley. From day treks to long, time-demanding ones, Kashmir is yours to explore. Common day treks are Shankaracharya trek, Fakeer gujri trek and Mahadev trek.
Get a ticket to heaven with our hot Kashmir Tour packages and experience all these mesmerizing Winter activities in Kashmir.
DIFFERENT RIDES
a. Gondola ride: Gondolas are cable cars in Gulmarg that can be used to get to the higher areas of the hills. It gives a bird’s-eye view of the hill station.
b. Shikara ride: One of the must-do stuff in Kashmir is a ride in this locally made wooden boat, specially designed to give the visitor a serene and comfy ride on the clear waters of Dal Lake.
c. Snowmobile riding: Snowmobiles are much fun to ride and a different experience in an already different environment.
d. Sledging: The cheapest way to enjoy sliding on the slopes of snow-covered hills.
EXTRAS
a. Bird watching: In the winter season, lakhs of migratory birds make Kashmir their abode. The best places for bird watching are Dal Lake, Manasbal Lake, Wullar Lake, Hokersar wetland, and Shallabugh wetland.
b. Fishing: Fishing is one act, practiced ardently by locals, whether for making a living by selling the fish or for recreation purposes. The marine life of Kashmir is also very rich and diverse with the specialty of trout in the menu.
WINTER DELICACIES TO CHERISH IN THE CHILL
Kashmiri people have a rich food culture which has a separate menu for the aesthetic season of winter. The best among these are:
a. Kehwa: This is an aromatic tea, prepared by boiling spices such as cinnamon, cardamom, and Kashmiri saffron in water. After another additional flavoring, it becomes a laudable drink which keeps the body warm in winter.
b. Harissa: This dish is a nonveg specialty prepared by grinding meat and is heavily consumed in winter. This is a delicacy straight from heaven.
GET READY FOR THE SNOW SHOW
Our Kashmir Tour packages offer the best way to experience exciting winter activities in Kashmir with room for full customization as per your flavoring. This package will make the memories of the journey remain in the depths of the hearts.
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