Location : Jammu & Kashmir in northern
India
Tourist Attractions : Aru, Mamaleshwara,
Awantipura-Mattan -Eshumukam Cave, Tulian Lake, Lidder
River, Lidder Valley and Baisaran
Best Buys : Woollen products, Gabbas and
Namdas
Best Activity : Trekking, fishing and
angling, golf and horse riding.
Nearest Tourist Destinations : Srinagar
(95-km), Avantipur (29-km), Sangam (35-km), Anantnag
(56-km), Mattan (61 km) and Martand (64 km)
When to Visit : Summer (May to
September); Winter(November to February)
About Pahalgam
Lying at the confluence of streams arising from the Sheshnag
Lake and the Lidder river, Pahalgam has a number of
attractions to touch the hearts of travellers and visitors.
The beautiful town has today emerged as one of the premier
hill resorts in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. It is
perched at an elevation of 2240 m, surrounded by steep
verdant hills.
One can feast one's eyes on enticements like wooded
mountains,
sparkling streams and breathtaking glaciers. Pahalgam also
serves as the base for a number of trekking trails. There
are fabulous options of hiring a pony which is the best
means of exploring the natural riches that the town stands
for. Apart from these attractions, one can also indulge in a
number of adventure activities. There is a lot to keep you
sportive and busy all day long. Trekking, fishing and horse
riding a few to begin with.
Major Tourist Attractions in Pahalgam
Mamaleshwara
Moving one kilometer downstream from Pahalgam, one arrives
at a place called Mamaleshwara. There is a small Shiva
Temple on the opposite side of the Lidder river. The temple
has a history dating back to the 12th century when king
Jayasima ruled the region.
Tulian Lake
The Tulian Lake lies at a distance of 11 km from Baisaran.
The lake, lying at an elevation of 3,353 m, is beautifully
surrounded by snow-laden peaks. The place offers splendid
sights to the astonishment of one and all.
Martand
The ancient temple of Martand invites a huge number of
visitors from far and near. Resting on the lofty plateau, it
gives a fantastic view of the Matan village.
Mattan
Mattan is known far and wide for being an important Hindu
pilgrimage centre. Just a few kilometers from Anantnag, it
lies on the Pahalgam road and attracts hordes of devotees
from all across the country.
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Getting There
Air :Srinagar (95 km) is the closest airport from
Pahalgam. The airport operates regular flights connecting to
almost all the major cities of the country.
Rail: The closest rail head lies at Jammu. There are
regular train services from here reaching the key
destinations of India.
Road : Pahalgam is well connected by road to Srinagar.
It takes 2½ hours to reach Srinagar from Pahalgam. There are
buses and taxis available from Pahalgam to Srinagar.
Accommodation
As Pahalgam is a popular tourist centre, there have sprung
up a number of hotels and resorts around. One can find both
luxury and budget hotels meeting diverse needs. There are a
number of lodges and guest houses as well that prove to be
the best options for those with a shoe-string budget.
