.Kashmir is a very beautiful state of India. Due to its attractive beauty, millions of tourists come here every year from all over the world for visit. But most of them roam only in selected places like Srinagar, Jammu, Gulmarg, Sonmarg and Pahalgam and go back to their homes. So to keeping all this in mind, Swastik Holiday a best travel agency in Mumbai tell you about some such offbeat destinations in Kashmir valley which will surely have your heart taken away. These are the destinations where you can enjoy Kashmir’s real beauty without any hustle bustle.
Top Offbeat Destinations in Kashmir valley
Swastik Holiday offers Top offbeat places in Kashmir valley that attract the tourists with their beauty and craving. The list is mention below:
Yousmarg
Yousmarg is also one of the offbeat destinations in Kashmir where you can enjoy your vacations outside the hustle-bustle life of the city. It attracts visitors from everywhere due to its serene and tranquil landscapes, untouched natural beauty and lush maple trees surrounded by majestic vistas of the Himalayas.
Kokernag
Kokernag is a town situated in Breng Valley at an elevation of 2000mts. It is the home to the largest trout fishery in Asia and also known as “The Golden crown of Kashmir”. It is one of the best offbeat destinations in Kashmir valley due to its green gardens, and natural water springs. The Garden of Kokernag is a perfect getaway for family picnic where you can spend some time with your family.
Chatpal
Chatpal is one of the most gorgeous offbeat locations in Kashmir. It is located in Anantnag district. Green forest and rich mountains with unparalleled beauty make it an ideal and wonderful place to spend time with family and friends. If you are an adventure lover and plan your tour packages to Kashmir then you should go to Chatpal and enjoy hiking in the forests around it.
Daksum
Daksum Valley is situated on the Bhringi River, next to the Mughal Gardens of Achbal. It is the home of Trout too. Every single step in Daksum valley will show you its splendid beauty with its coniferous forests, secluded green meadows, and snow-capped mountains that fill you with joy and excitement. Whether you come with friends, family or as a couple, this is such an offbeat destination in Kashmir which is liked by everyone. Nature enthusiasts and adventurers lovers can also enjoy camping and hiking.
Verinag
Verinag is a small town in Jammu and Kashmir located in the Anantnag District. Mughal Garden of Verinag makes it one of the best offbeat destinations in Kashmir. This garden has a beautiful lawn with chinar trees and majestic mountains surrounding it. This Garden is built by Mughal Emperor Jahangir and after that his son emperor Shahjahan renovates this garden again. The origins of this garden came from the water of the Verinag spring, which is the source of River Jhelum.
Karnah
Karnah is a very small and lovely valley which is a sample of natural beauty and one of the offbeat destinations in Kashmir. It reflects the history in its forts, palaces, statue, weapons, and utensils and the variety of 5000 year old civilizations. From Karnah hamlet, one can see the beauty of the snowy mountain ranges of Qazi Nag and Nanga Parvat. To reach Karnah everyone must pass through the Sadhna Pass over the Shamshabari Range. There are so many villages like Tangdhar, Teetwal, Gundi Gujran, Amrohi, and Saidpura which are surrounded by Deodar trees who take you to the world of happiness. The weather in karnah is best during the summer.
Watlab
Watlab is a one of the most popular off beat destinations in Kashmir locate on the Sopore-Bandipore road. Himalayan golden Eagles, Himalayan Monal, Rock Dove, Barn Shallow, and other rare birds can be seen here. So naturalists and bird lovers can place it at the top in the list. You can also enjoy the apple orchards & mesmerizing views of Asia’s largest freshwater lake (Wular Lake) from Watlab. It is also famous for a Muslim Dargah of Baba Shukruddin.
Bhaderwah
Bhaderwah is a hilly region, which is locate near the foothills of Himalayas in Doda district. It is one of the best offbeat destinations in Kashmir Valley with lot of adventure activities like paragliding, skiing, mountaineering, rafting, and angling, rock climbing and camping. It is commonly known as Mini Kashmir due to its lush green landscape with boundless grasslands, a variety of flora and fauna, sparkling lakes, dense forest, rocky terrain and unblemished valleys. If you want experience the real paradise on the earth then you should visit this beautiful place.
