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Destinations In Pictures: Enjoy The Enchanting Beauty Of Snow-Covered Kashmir
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In Pictures: Enjoy The Enchanting Beauty Of Snow-Covered Kashmir

In case you can't head there, we've collated a series of pictures of the Kashmir snowfall to virtually transport you to the valley.

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By: Anushka Goel Published: Jan 10, 2023 03:00 PM IST

In Pictures: Enjoy The Enchanting Beauty Of Snow-Covered Kashmir
Image: Courtesy of Elvish Yadav/Unsplash

Over the last few days, Kashmir has been seeing some heavy snowfall. As the northern region battles extreme cold and chilly winds, the valley is covered in a blanket of snow. So, in case you can’t head there, we’ve collated a series of pictures to take you to the surreal destination virtually and enjoy the beauty. 

This time of the year is among the best to head to Kashmir. Why? The entire valley is covered in a blanket of snow, and the beauty of this view justifies the word paradise which is now a synonym for Kashmir. The entire region – trees, lakes and more – sees snowfall. The destination is mesmerising all year round, to say the least, but come winter, it gets better.

This makes October to March the best time to visit Kashmir. The flavours of local Kashmiri cuisine and ingredients are all the more pronounced, as it warms you up from within. The Dal Lake and the gardens in Kashmir, skiing in Gulmarg, and nature retreats in Sonmarg and Yusmarg are like visiting heaven, because of the natural beauty that surrounds you.

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Kashmir Snowfall: In pictures

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What to do in Kashmir during winters

Spend a day at (and by) the freezing Dal Lake in Srinagar. Indulge in flavourful Wazwani cuisine and sip on cups of kehwa, as you sit by the fire to warm yourself up. Witness the stunning snow at Gulmarg and skiing off the slopes should add up to your bucket list, along with a visit to Pahalgam and Sonmarg. Also enjoy things such as sledging, heli-skiing and other fun snow-based outdoor activities.

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Be sure to carry enough woollens, including shawls and ponchos, along with enough sunscreen and a pair of sunglasses (because the sun high up is quite strong). The temperatures in January can fall down to -12 degrees Celsius, so the Kashmir snowfall will make for an enchanting visit and a mesmerising journey.

Book your stay at Vivanta Dal View here

Book your stay at The LaLit Grand Palace Srinagar here

Book your stay at Hotel Al Azrah here

Book your stay at The Khyber Mountain Resort & Spa, Gulmarg here

Hero and Featured Image: Courtesy of Elvish Yadav/Unsplash

Related: Get Your Game Face On At These Adventure Destinations In Jammu & Kashmir

Written By

Anushka Goel

Anushka Goel

Anushka has previously worked with publications such as the Times of India and Being Indian. A graduate from Xavier Institute of Communications, she specialises in entertainment, food and travel. She also likes to write about sustainability and beauty. When not working, you can catch her reading a book, tending to her plants, cooking or playing an instrument.

     
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