Jammu and Kashmir is an angelic mix of snow -clad mountains, rejuvenating gardens displaying colorful flowers, charming lakes, thick forests teeming with wildlife, inviting rivers and rich cultural heritage. Once you come to this magical land, you will never say that you have never been to heaven! And when you travel to this wonderland, the best places to stay at are the houseboats. From there you can appreciate the scenic beauty in a different style and with a different feel.

Offering luxury in a traditional style, the houseboats in Kashmir are famous for beauty and comfort. Most of the tourists prefer to stay at these floating accommodation options rather than hotels. And when it comes to honeymooners, no other option is more romantic than this one. The Dal Lake and Nagin Lake in Srinagar are the best places to stay at on your tour to Jammu and Kashmir. Offering amazing views of the snow-covered mountains and myriad lotus floating in the lake, the Dal Lake and Nagin Lake are the fascinating tourist attractions of the state.

Some of the famous adventure sports in Kashmir are:

Skiing
A big hit with tourists, skiing is an adventure sport full of excitement and thrill. The snow-capped mountains in the state offer amazing opportunities for this sport. Gulmarg is the best place for it. Best time- Mid December to Mid- April.

Fishing
The beautiful lakes, rivers and streams here teem with a variety of fish. Enjoy fishing in the valley in the period between April to October. However, one needs to get the permit for fishing. The promising destinations for fishing are:
Rivers: Jhelum, Sindh, Liddar and Wangat
Lakes: Dal, Krishanshar, Vishanshar, Gangabal and Nunkhol

Trekking
Trekking is a famous attraction of Kashmir Tourism. The fascinating trekking routes are Amarnath Yatra, Gulmarg and Sonmarg.

River Rafting
The captivating lakes and rivers of this arresting land are not only known for their breathtaking beauty, but are also famous for offering great opportunities for river rafting.
Best Time- August to September

Synonymous with heaven, Kashmir is one of the biggest draws of incredible India. Extravagantly beautiful, this destination is, no wonder, the dream destination of tourists from all over the world. Its unsurpassed beauty has mesmerized many a poets, writers and filmmakers. Its gorgeous valleys, snow-covered mountains, romantic rivers, bewitching waterfalls, overwhelming gardens and bewitching gardens never cease to capture the hearts of tourists.

Kashmir Gardens:
Extremely enchanting, the gardens of Kashmir are its one of the main attractions. There are numerous gardens here but the ones established by the Mughal kings are simply unmatched. Dramatically changing their looks with change of seasons, these gardens are dotted with a variety of beautiful trees, flower beds and fountains. In the spring, they are cloaked in greenery, green changes to golden red in the autumn and in the winters, they get covered with sheets of snow. The most famous gardens here are Shalimar, Nishat and Harwan, which are ideally located on the banks of the fascinating Dal lake.

Lakes:
Adding glory to Kashmir, the picturesque lakes leave tourists awe-inspired with their charm. The Dal lake is steeped in beauty to the hilt. Hemmed in by mighty mountains on its three sides, the lake is one of the most photographic lakes of India. Its banks are decorated with refreshing gardens and orchards. The look of the lake changes after every few kilometers. The lake is sectioned into four parts: Gagribal, Lokut Dal, Bod Dal and Nagin. There are wonderful island on the lake. A variety of fish are found in the lake.