Kashmir Tour: Check out Some Popular Lakes in Jammu & Kashmir

Posted by Abhinav Kishore
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Apr 30, 2013
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It wouldn’t be wrong if you say Kashmir a land of lakes & glaciers. Situated in Himalayan lap, Kashmir is where one will come across a fascinating cluster of natural facets, the lakes being the most popular ones. From giant Dale Lake to elevated Pangong Tso to spiritual Sheshnag Lake, this Himalayan part is home to some of the most splendid water bodies in India. When you’re on Kashmir tour, these Lakes are worth paying a visit. Given below are some most popular lakes in Kashmir.

Dal Lake: one of the primary tourist attractions of Kashmir is Dal Lake. It is situated in Srinagar and is a place mesmeric beauty and grace. It is an amalgamation of two sheet-like water bodies, plus some small canals & waterways broken up by man-made strips of land. Riding the lake in traditional Shikara boat is very famous as a tourist attraction.

Wular Lake: Designated as the India’s largest fresh water lake, this lake is situated in the Bandipora district of Jammu & Kashmir. the sheer size and stunning natural beauty around the lake is sure leave the visitors spellbound. The crystal clear water of Wular add more to the scenic beauty of the area which is already at zenith due to the lofty hills and lush green forests all around.

Pangong Tso: rhapsodic beauty of this blue-green lake is simply a treat for eyes and senses. Rugged mountains which surround the lake are like protecting this precious jewel of Ladakh. It is situated at a jaw-dropping altitude of 4250 meters and covers an area of about 604 sq km. this beautiful lake has been used in many Bollywood movies including the latest Jab tak hai jan and 3 Idiots.

Sheshnag Lake: nestled at the track leading to holy Amarnath Cave, about 23km from Pahalgam, is this amazingly beautiful and grand religious lake. As per Hindu myths, the lake was dug by the Sheshnag himself. It is surrounded by lush green meadows and lofty peaks. Every pilgrim on Amarnath Yatra uses to make stay at this lake. This lake can be visited on in summer months. Due to inclement weather and heavy snowfall in the area, way to this lake remains closed in winter.

Mansar Lake: this beautiful lake is located in Jammu province and is very beautiful and broad. Surrounded by forested hills, this place is popular picnic spot near Jammu. This lake is also famous as a pilgrimage site, sharing the legend and sanctity of Lake Mansarovar.

Apart from that, Anchal, Nagin and Tarsar are other popular lakes in the state.
For a pleasurable and stress-free Kashmir tour, one can reserve a Kashmir tour package from a reputable tour agent. You would have a great time in this scenic heaven!

Hungry Bags, a leading tour agent in India, provides a wide range of Kashmir tour packages which allow the visitors having a pleasurable Kashmir tour.

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