India /Jammu & Kashmir /Anantnag /Pahalgam
Sight Address : Amarnath cave is situated at an altitude of 3,888 m about 141 km (88 mi) from Srinagar.Edit
Detail InformationEdit
Amarnath Yatra which takes place every year during the month of Sawan (July to August) commence from both the routes, of Pahalgam and Baltal. Chandanwari which is around 15 km from Pahalgam is the starting point for Amarnath Yatra. Pahalgam to Chandanwari is easily accessible by taxi. From Chandanwari, pilgrims need to continue their Yatra on foot or pony, which will take at least 2 days to reach the cave and back, with an overnight stay in either Shishnag or Panchtarni.
Amarnath yatra
HistoryEdit
Amarnath Yatra. Pahalgam to Chandanwari, pilgrims need to continue their Yatra on foot or pony, it will take at least 2 days to reach the cave and back, with an overnight stay in either Shishnag or Panchtarni. The main centre of attraction on this trek is Sheshnag, a mountain lake which derives its name from its seven peaks, resembling the heads of a mythical snake. The journey to Sheshnag follows steep inclines up the right bank of a cascading stream and wild scenery untouched by civilisation. The second night’s camp at Wawjan overlooks the deep blue water of Sheshnag lake, and glaciers beyond it. The lake is also associated with legends of love and revenge, and at the camp these are recounted by campfires, to the stillness of a pine-scented, Himalayan night.
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Sawan (July to August)
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How to ReachEdit
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Train : Nearest railway head is in Jammu, which is 300 kms away.Pahalgam is located 96 kms from Srinagar and 46 kms from Amarnath.
Air : Nearest Airport is srinagar is 141 km. air the best way to visit Amarnath would be to fly to Srinagar from Delhi and then travel by road to Baltal or Pahalgam. From Baltal, one can take a helicopter ride to the cave which takes less than 30 min, or choose to either walk, or hire a pony up the steep climb. There are also porters who carry people in a crude chair tied with two long rods, these are called dollies locally.
Others : There are 2 major routes which can be taken in order to reach the holy cave.
The first route begins from Pahalgam and covers a distance of 47 kms. The route to follow is Pahalgam – Nunwan- Chandanwari (16 kms) – Pissu Top (3 kms) – Sheshnag (9kms) – Panchtarni (13 kms) – Amarnath Cave (6kms). There are only a few cities where one can stay while on the route and they are Pahalgam, Seshnag, Panchtarni and near the holy cave as well. Pilgrims can take the Palanquin (Rs 7,000), pony (Rs 2,300) and porters (Rs 1,100) to and fro between Chandanwari and the holy cave.
The trek on this route begins from Baltal and the total distance to the Amarnath Cave is around 15 kms. The route to be followed is Baltal-Domail-Baragi-Sangam-Holy cave. There is no accommodation available and this trek can be undertaken in a single day. Also please note that in spite of being shorter this route is very steep and often prone to landslides. Alternatively on the route from Baltal, pilgrims can hire Ponies (Rs 1,100), Palanquins (Rs 3,500) and porters (Rs 700). Please note that at the Baltal base camp your phone might not work but there are many telephone booths available that are connected via satellites.
Things to CarryEdit
- Pack your bag with cold fighting apparels. You must carry woolen clothes, body warmers, water proof shoes, sleeping bags, water proof tents, raincoats, torch and walking sticks.
- You m ust carry dry food stock such as biscuits, dry cakes, milk powder,dry fruits, tinned food a nd lots of chocolates. Carry sufficient water with you.
- You need to take an accommodation at Pahalgam. Therefore, take suff icient money with you.
- Medical facilities during travel is free under state government. Still it is advisable to carry your personal medical kit.
- Carry a your name, address and accompany’s details with you.
Safety / WarningEdit
- Amarnath yatra is a tough job to do and require physical and mental strength to climb 14000 feet. Therefore, before you journey get yourself medically checked and certified fit for the journey. You need to submit the certificate to the registration authority designated for your area of residence.
- Remember to rent only registered pony carriers, porters and dandyman. They are prefixed by government.
- Alcohol is strictly prohibited.
- Tourists without registration card, ill clad, aged will not be allowed to passed beyond Pahalgam and Baltal.
- It is advised to insure yourself before the yatra. 6.You are not allowed to touch the lingam or not throw anything in the cave.
HelplineEdit
- Police : 100
- Ambulance : 102
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