5 Breathtaking Spots In Kashmir That Will Woo You
The state of Kashmir is surrounded by pristine beauty and diverse monuments. Skip the touristy destinations for the lesser-known parts of the region to truly experience paradise.

What makes Kashmir magnificent is the beauty that is waiting to be discovered. In fact, in the 17th century when Mughal EmperorJehangir visited Kashmir said, “If there is heaven on earth, it is here, it is here, it is here”. The region of Leh and Ladakh is the perfect place to head on a spiritual journey. The Tabo Monastery, the picturesque Pangong Tso lake, the spiritual Deskit Monastery and RangdumGompa are a few of the many places nestled in the peaceful land of Ladakh. An80 km ride from Srinagar, the Gurez Valley is an amazing offbeat destination to beat tourists and the village of Aru is a small, beautiful village 14 km upstream from Pahalgam. A day’s excursion from Srinagar, Pulwama is another wonderful destination with apple orchards, springs, waterfalls and valleys.