Pahalgam is a popular tourist destination in Jammu and Kashmir, India. It's known for its meadows, forests, lakes, and resorts. 

Features:

• Meadows: Pahalgam is known as "Mini Switzerland" because its meadows are similar to those in Switzerland. 

• Lakes: Pahalgam has crystal-clear lakes, including Tulian Lake and Sheshnag Lake. 

• Forests: Pahalgam is surrounded by evergreen forests. 

• Resorts: Pahalgam has resorts like Mount View Pahalgam and Tourist Palace Pahalgam. 

• Golf: Pahalgam has a 9-hole golf course at 2,400 meters above sea level. 

Attractions:

• Betaab Valley: A valley named after the Bollywood movie Betaab that was filmed there. It's surrounded by snow-capped mountains and green meadows.

• Kolahoi Glacier: A 5 km long hanging glacier that's the highest glacier in Kashmir. 

• Mamaleshwar Temple: A religious site. 

Other information: 

• Pahalgam is located in the Lidder Valley.

• Pahalgam is also known as the Valley of Shepherds.

• Pahalgam has a sub-tropical climate with cold winters and mild summers.

Gulmarg is a town in the Pir Panjal range of the Himalayas in Jammu and Kashmir, India. It's known for its skiing, adventure sports, and scenic beauty. 

Features:

• Gulmarg Gondola: Asia's second longest cable car ride, and one of the highest in the world 

• Skiing: Gulmarg is a popular destination for skiers of all levels 

• Golf: Gulmarg has the highest golf course in the world 

• Horseback riding: Ride through Strawberry Valley, Leopards Valley, and up to Kongdori 

• Sightseeing: Visit Tangmarg, Ferozepur Nallah, and other attractions 

• Spiritual attractions: Visit Baba Reshi Shrine, Maharani Temple, and St. Mary's Church 

Climate:

• In winter, Gulmarg is covered in snow and is a popular destination for skiing 

• The best time to visit for snowfall is between December 15th and January 31st 

History: 

• The resort was named Gulmarg by Sultan Yusuf Shah of the Chak Dynasty

• The Mughal emperor Jahangir collected wild flowers for his gardens in Gulmarg

Other activities: 

• Snowboarding, heli-skiing, snow scooter, tobogganing.

Sonamarg is a small mountain town in Jammu and Kashmir, India. It's known for its glaciers, meadows, and scenic beauty. 

Features:

• Thajiwas Glacier

• A popular short walk from Sonamarg, this glacier is a major attraction in the summer. It's a great place for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts. 

• Sindh River

• The river runs through Sonamarg and is full of trout and mahseer. 

• Snowy mountains

• Sonamarg is set against a backdrop of snowy mountains and a cerulean sky. 

• Green meadows

• Sonamarg is home to abundant green meadows. 

Activities:

• Hiking: Sonamarg is a starting point for a range of hikes into the surrounding peaks, glaciers, and streams. 

• Pony rides: You can hire a pony to take you up the glaciers. 

• Camping: Tourists visit the region for camping. 

Location: 

• Sonamarg is about 97 km from Srinagar.

• It's located at an altitude of about 2800 meters from MSL.

• The village remains uninhabited and inaccessible during the winter when snowfall gets heavier.

Name: 

• The name Sonamarg means "Meadow of Gold". It comes from the words "sona" meaning gold and "marg" meaning path.

Doodhpathri is a meadow in the Pir Panjal Range of the Himalayas in Jammu and Kashmir. It's known as the "Valley of Milk". 

Geography: 

• A bowl-shaped valley in the Pir Panjal Range

• Surrounded by snow-capped mountains

• Covered with alpine meadows, pine, fir, and deodar forests

• A river flows through the middle of the meadow

• At an elevation of around 8,957 feet above sea level

Features: 

• A peaceful and undisturbed environment

• A great place for trekking, camping, and casual strolls

• Wildflowers such as daisies, forget-me-nots, and buttercups during spring and summer

History and name:

• The name Doodhpathri comes from a local legend that the water in the valley appears to contain milk

• The region has always been rich in milk production 

Accessibility:

• About 42 km from Srinagar, the summer state capital of Jammu and Kashmir 

• The area becomes inaccessible during winters due to heavy snowfall 

Tips for visiting: 

• Pack food as there's no established market in the area

• Take a bus from Budgam to Khansahib, then hire a cab to Doodhpathri

Dal Lake is a scenic lake in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India. It's known as the "Jewel in the crown of Kashmir" and is a major tourist destination. 

Features 

• Size: Covers 18 square kilometers (6.9 sq mi)

• Location: In the heart of Srinagar, surrounded by mountains

• Waterways: Has a network of waterways and floating gardens

• Houseboats: Hundreds of houseboats dot the lake

• Shikaras: Colorful wooden boats that glide on the lake

• Gardens: Mughal gardens like Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh are located along the shoreline

History 

• Some geologists believe the lake is a remnant of a Pleistocene oligotrophic lake

• Others believe it's a flood plain lake

Environmental issues

• The lake's size has shrunk and its water quality has deteriorated due to pollution 

• The lake is also facing eutrophication, siltation, and unauthorized encroachments 

Activities 

• Enjoy views of the lake from the shoreline or from houseboats

• Take a paddle boat ride on the lake

• Fish or harvest aquatic plants

The Mughal gardens in Kashmir were built between 1619 and 1650 CE, and are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The gardens are located on the right bank of Dal Lake and were designed to take advantage of the local water resources. 

History

• Jahangir

• Mughal Emperor Jahangir built Shalimar Bagh in 1619 for his wife, Nur Jahan. He selected the site and designed it to meet the requirements of traditional paradise gardens. 

• Shah Jahan

• Shah Jahan commissioned the construction of Chashma Shahi in 1632 for his son, Dara Sikoh. 

• Akbar

• Akbar visited the sites of Verinag and established the Mughal garden traditions in Kashmir. 

Gardens

• Shalimar Bagh: The largest Mughal garden in Kashmir, built by Jahangir. It's also known as Farah Baksh and Faiz Baksh. 

• Chashma Shahi: The smallest of the three Mughal gardens in Srinagar. 

• Nishat Bagh: The second largest of the three Mughal gardens in Srinagar.

Features

The gardens are terraced and feature fountains, water channels, and pools. They also have basic amenities such as seats, bathrooms, and drinking water. 

The Hazratbal Shrine, also known as Dargah Sharif, is a mosque and Sufi shrine in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. It's considered the holiest Muslim shrine in Kashmir. 

Features

• A silvery white, domed building 

• Located on the northern bank of the Dal Lake 

• Known for housing the relic Moi-e-Muqqadas, believed to be the hair of the Prophet Muhammad 

• An example of Islamic architecture with Persian and Iranian influences]

History

• The shrine was built by Inayat Begum, the daughter of Kashmiri businessman Khwaja Nur-ud-Din Eshai 

• The relic was brought to Kashmir in 1700 

• In 1963, there was a rumor that the relic had gone missing, which led to riots in Srinagar 

• The relic was recovered in 1964 

Significance 

• A place of serenity and devotion for Muslims

• A must-see destination for tourists

• A place of great historical and divine significance