Dal Lake, Wonders of Srinagar

Since we all wonder in our dreams
regarding the natural phenomenon and its hegemony. Perhaps the most beautiful side that connects our dream with reality is actually we have places on earth where we can actually see all the dexterity and agility and such delightful charm are to be found at a womb of Kashmir.

Srinagar which is a capital of Kashmir has all the beauty in its shore and most specifically the lights of Dal Lake which flows eternally on its own axis sharing sophistication and serenity of life.

Transparent splendour and on its layer the beautiful glides of Houseboat surfs in to add more delight in nature chronicles. Wooden planks which is made out of ecological products are something sequel excellence of brilliant character of nature.

Above the rims of Dal Lake the misty view of Pir Panjal Mountain speaks more than words. Well jubilant riders take a course of Shikaras an optimum background of Shankara Charya mount in the east and Hari Mountain in the west fills the vacant side of beauty.

Dal Lake which fits perfectly like a gem can be traced from sprawling Mughal gardens like Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh. All this beautiful gardens was constructed during an era of Mughal and an amazing houseboat that cruises silently above the surface of lake reveals the true colours of Shikaras.

The vast stretch of lake which runs around 15.5 km is separated between Lokut which is small side of Lake and Dal which is a bigger half of lake.

Dal Lake Houseboat

Houseboat here at Kashmir would be different experience altogether and it can be considered as main attraction of lake. Imagine floating at the gentle banks of Dal leaving the world behind is just a gleaming thought.

Moreover you will be shock to know that there are 1087 houseboats and amongst those gigantic houseboats 703 has its address around the banks of Dal.

Out of 703, 173 have found its site at Nagin Lake and 142 are on river Jhelum. Talking about houseboats inside its ambiance you will have all the amenities and what’s more amazing is it has a capacity to accommodate 2 to 5 persons. Beside that you can cook your meal inside and you have bedrooms, living room, corridor and many more.

A houseboat which comes with the package is divided as per its category. Now if you wish to go for Luxury Houseboat which would cost you around Rs 2000 – Rs 3000 per day, 2nd class deluxe would come in a cost of 1000 to 2000 per day and last but not the least 3rd standard houseboat can cost you around 1200 per day,

Srinagar Tourist Places

Tranquil lake which is situated at a distance of 10 km from Srinagar can be easily accessed from taxi which could ask you a time of 20 minutes. While you pay a visit here make sure to enjoy other tourist places around the site of Srinagar such as Nehru Park, Char Chinnar, Nishat Bagh and Shalimar Bagh.

Beside that you can also look for other water activities like surfing, swimming, Shikara rides, kayaking, houseboat stays and many more. So this time if you will pay visit here don’t just wander around but make the most out of opportunity.

Srinagar Hotels

Here at Srinagar you just don’t have to worry regarding your stay options, since city is very well connected with other nearby places and states like Chandigarh, Jammu, Delhi, Leh and Pahalgam bus services can be opted from any of these places.

Beside that here you will find many luxuries and economical hotels such as Srinagar hotel which would cost you around 1000 for room is simply a decent ask.

Some of the luxurious hotels around here are Hotel Broadway more than Rs 9000.00 per night, Grand Mumtaz Heritage more than Rs 7000.00 per night, Mirani Resorts Rs 2000.00 per night , Hotel Grand Osheen Rs 2500.00 per night, Hotel Grand Habib Rs 3000.00 per night and many more.