Srinagar

Srinagar is one of the most beautiful and impressive cities across India. Surrounded by lakes and mountains Srinagar is the largest settlement in the disputed region of Jammu and Kashmir). E located in the valley of Kashmir around on both sides of the river Jhelum River, which is a tributary of the sacred river Indus (Indus). From the capital Delhi Srinagar lies a distance slightly less than 900 miles north.

Although Srinagar today is quite busy, he has managed to preserve its romantic atmosphere reminiscent of Venice for local boats and floating houses famous ships. Especially striking here are the two old bridges that connect the two divisions of the city. The unique house-boats are located around the shores of sparkling lakes nearby, especially along the coast of Lake Dal.

The name of the city has its etymological meaning of the Sanskrit. It is a combination of two words – GIF, which means wealth and abundance, and soot, which translates as a city. Sri is also the name of Hindu and Goddess Lakshmi (Lakshmi). In Srinagar literally means the town of abundance and wealth. Situated in a favorable climate zone, Srinagar for centuries has been a favorite resting place of the great Indian rulers.

They came here to escape the summer heat annoying. From moguls’ rulers, who also preferred recreational Srinagar today have become unique historical monuments, mosques and beautiful gardens. Some of them are Chazma Shahi, representing the royal fountains, palace of fairies – Pari Mahal, the garden of spring – a niche Bagh and others.

Srinagar has a long history more than 3 century BC A settlement was formed around 2000 under the leadership of King Pravarasena II. The mixed culture here is particularly attractive to tourists who come to see this unique place kept the traditions of several religions. One of the places in Srinagar is the Shankaracharya temple which was built in 371 BC in honor of Lord Shiva. The holy place stands on a hill about 335 meters high, where a wonderful view of the whole area.

The best time to visit Srinagar is spring, summer and autumn. Although the climate here is favorable year-round, though winter is very cold and very snowy.