The capital city of Srinagar is located 1585 meters above sea level and This city is famous for its gardens, lakes, and houseboats. It is also known for dried fruits and traditional Kashmiri handicrafts. The city is located on both sides of the Jhelum River, which is known as Veath in Kashmir.
Srinagar became the focus of the Insurgency in Jammu and Kashmir in 1989. The area continues to be a highly politicized hotbed of separatist activity with frequent spontaneous protests and strikes. The city saw increased violence against minorities, particularly the Kashmiri Hindus, starting from the mid-1980s. It’s resulting in their ultimate exodus. Posters were pasted to walls of houses of Hindus, telling them to leave or die, temples were destroyed, and houses burnt; but a very small minority of Hindus remains in the city and Kashmiri Hindus constituted 21.9% of Srinagar’s population as per the 1891 census and 2.75% as per 2011 census
Like the territory of Jammu and Kashmir, Srinagar has a distinctive blend of cultural heritage, and Holy places in and around the city depict the historical culture, l and religious diversity of the city as well as the Kashmir
This city is called the city of lakes and the Venice of the East, fascinating tourists for centuries with its beautiful picturesque Himalayan backdrop, and glittering lakes that are surrounded by houseboats. Shikaris and the majesty of Mughal architecture
Best time to visit:
The best time to visit this city is from April to October when the weather is not too cold and is perfect for sightseeing. Whether you choose to visit this city in summer, autumn or winter, the land is magnificent. You will be mesmerized by its unblemished beauty
