Srinagar

Srinagar

Srinagar is the capital of the northernmost Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. It is situated in Kashmir Valley and

lies on the banks of the Jhelum River, a tributary of the Indus. While not the largest, it is one of the biggest cities

in India without a Hindu majority.[4] The city is famous for its lakes and houseboats. It is also known for traditional

Kashmiri handicrafts and dry fruits. It is also the headquarters of Srinagar district.

The city is located on both the sides of the Jhelum River, which is called Vyath in Kashmir. The river passes through

the city and meanders through the valley, moving onward and deepening in the Wular Lake. The city is famous for its nine

old bridges, connecting the two parts of the city.

Tourism is the most significant segment of the city’s economy. The city of Srinagar is a gateway to some of the most

scenic and beautiful places of the Indian subcontinent. The hill station and skiing resort Gulmarg is 50 km from the city.

For decades, tourism has been contributing massively to the economy of the city, but it has been adversely affected on

account of insurgent activities by certain elements.The areas on the outskirts of Srinagar are also famous for their natural

beauty. Also in this area lies the Muzaffarabad Cantonement, which is the main cantonement of the Indian Army in Srinagar

District(the name of the Cantt. is often confused with Muzaffarabad city which is a separate city in Pakistan Occupied

Kashmir.Srinagar is well known for its lakes. Dal Lake is known for its houseboats. Nagin Lake is another famous lake

in the city.

Srinagar has several gardens which are part of the several such gardens laid by the Mughal emperors across the Indian

subcontinent, and which are known as Mughal gardens.The Tulip Gardens have been recently opened to public by Mrs Sonia

Gandhi. The gardens has rows of Tulips of different colurs and shades.