Srinagar is a famous tourist sightseeing for all the visitors from all around the World. Tourmet offers you list of top attractions in Srinagar.
1. Dal Lake
Dal Lake is famous not only for its beauty, but for its vibrance, because it sustains within its periphery, a life that is unique anywhere in the world. The houseboat and shikara communities have lived for centuries on the Dal, and so complete is their infrastructure on the lake, that they never have to step on land! Doctors, tailors, and bakers – you’ll see them all in tiny wooden shops on the lake, near picturesque vegetable gardens and acres of lotus gardens.
2. Shalimar Bagh
Shalimar Bagh was constructed by the great Mughal Emperor Jahangir in 1619 for his beloved wife Nurjahan, the sprawling garden with four terraces, imposing fountains, well laid out manicured gardens, tall trees & fresh mountain air is one of the must visit places while in Srinagar. Located 15 km from the city the easiest way to reach the gardens is by taking a Shikara ride from Dal Lake. The Mughal Gardens layout taken from the Persian gardens has three terraces with fountains & lined with Chinar trees. Each of the 3 terraces carried distinct importance, the first one being the public terrace; called the Diwan-e-Aam. The second terrace called the Diwan-e-Khas was accessible only to nobles or guests of the court. And the third & the highest terrace called as “Abode of Love” was reserved for the king and the royal ladies. Nishat Bagh and Dal Lake are some adjoining attractions to Shalimar Bagh.
3. Houseboat
Houseboat stay is sure to make you feel pampered and facilitated with all the amenities for a luxury holiday. No trip to Srinagar is complete without staying on one of the several luxurious houseboats. Anchored along one of the largest lakes in India, the Dal Lake, these houseboats are complete with vibrantly furnished bedrooms, a drawing room, kitchen & bathroom. Charges: Rs 4,500 for a deluxe category per night to Rs 5,500 for a super deluxe category including breakfast & dinner.
4. Mughal Gardens
Mughal Gardens is a major attraction for tourists coming to Srinagar, built in the Mughal period. A fine example of Mughal style architecture, the garden is a combination of the Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Gardens & Chashm-e-shahi. All of these gardens are located on different sides of the picturesque Dal Lake & hence provide great views of the lake. The most prominent feature of the gardens its long stretches of cascading fountains makes this a must see for every traveler.
5. Shikara boat
Shikara boat rides offer breathtaking the water bodies of the Kashmir. The joy of smoothly gliding over the water with the crisp sound of the paddle indeed is a feeling to be imbibed. Dal & Nagin lakes offer joyous shikara boat rides in Srinagar city. While on a shikara boat, the view of Zabarwan hills is just thrilling and with rhythmic tossing of water waves with the boat making the experience of the boat ride a pure fascination. The flower and boutique vendors on the shikara boats make the voyage more charming. Sightseeing of Dal and Nagin lakes on a shikara ride makes the trip adventurous particularly the inside Dal lake boat rides. The joy is unlimited and experience unforgetable. There are several shikara boat ghats alongside the Dal lake banks of Boulevard road. There are main 3 ghats of Shikaraboat, besides other small ones, which include Dalgate, Nehru Park, Nagin Lake, Hazratbal, Gagribal.
6. Nagin Lake
Nagin Lake of Kashmir is an offshoot leading from the Dal Lake. The Nagin Lake is located to the east of the city, at the foothill of the mountain Zabarwan. On the edges of the Nageen Lake are a number of willow and poplar trees. The reflection of these tees in the water of the lake lends it a beautiful view. Surrounded by Shankaracharya hill (Takht-e-Suleiman) on the south and Hari Parbat on the west, the Nagin Lake of Kashmir presents a charming sight. Shikaras, ferrying people to and from the lake, are a fascinating feature of the lake. Bathing boats as well as water-skis and motor launches are also available for hire at the lake.
7. Hari Parbat Fort
Hari Parbat Fort is located to the West of the Dal Lake, is the Harbat Parbat Hill overlooking Srinagar. An ancient Mughal Fort, the Hari Parbat Fort is assumed to be built during the 18th century by an Afghan Governer, Atta Mohammad Khan. A long stretch of walls is seen around the hill and it was constructed in 1590 by the great Mughal Emperor Akbar. The fort is accessible by taxis or on foot. Maintained by the Archaeological department, the fort is an attractive historical monument of Srinagar. State Archaeological Department issues the required permission to visit the fort. Other attractions nearby are Lalmandi Square and Sharika Devi Temple.
8. Burzahom
Burzahom is a major historical site of Kashmir carrying great archaeological importance and is located on the north-west side of the famous Shalimar Gardens. It was discovered that the area was occupied by a Neolithic settlement between 3000 and 1500 BC. The ancient houses found here were semi-subterranean pit houses, partially excavated into the ground. After 2000 BC, houses here were made of mud-bricks and above ground level. The word Burzahom in the local language stands for ‘place of birch’. The place was named so because burnt birch trees were discovered here in huge numbers during the excavation of this site. This proved that birch trees grew here in abundance during the Neolithic Age.
9. Sinthan Top
Sinthan Top is perhaps one of the best natural beauty area in Kashmir. The new highway is so clear and safe and easily takes you to Sinthan Top. Most of the tourists are unaware of this place and even the cabbies will not take much pain or even botheration to inform you about this place. Sinthan Top…12000 ft above sea level is one of the best experiences . Reaching there may take a lot of patience for those who are short on time but it is a must see. Tourists are generally not suggested this place for reasons better known to them, but in a way its good because if the place get too crowded, it may lose its charm.
10. Jamia Masjidis
Jamia Masjidis an ancient mosque, which was destroyed and restored several times over the centuries. It is a fine example of Indo-Saracenic architecture. The present mosque, an impressive building without an opped dome, was built in 1674. Situated at Nowhatta, in the middle of the old city, the mosque’s main attraction is the prayer hall, which contains 370 wooden pillars; each one made with a single piece of deodar trunk. The compound is constructed in the style of a Mughal Garden, with two wide paths. This spacious mosque can accommodate 30,000 people at one time during prayers. Taxis can be hired to reach the shrine. Rozabal shrine is a nearby attraction that can be visited.