“Almond Blossoms of Kashmir: A Symphony of Spring”

Almond Blossoms of Kashmir: A Symphony of Spring Every March-April, almond trees burst into bloom in Kashmir Valley, painting the landscape with soft shades of pink and white. The Badamwari Garden in Srinagar, locally known as Badam Vaer, becomes the epicenter of this floral show. Located at the foothills of the historic Hari Parbat Fort, come springtime, this garden transforms into a sea of blossoms. The almond trees, among the first to flower in the region, typically bloom from mid-March to mid-April. The blooms mark the arrival of spring. Their multicolored petals—ranging from pale blush to vivid pink—stand out against the backdrop of snow-capped Himalayan peaks, creating a striking contrast that photographers and nature lovers find irresistible.

Tulip Garden Open for Public

Asia’s Largest Iconic Tulip Garden Opens In Kashmir’s Srinagar Asia’s Largest Tulip Garden Opens in Kashmir, Showcasing 17 Lakh Vibrant Tulips This Spring. Asia’s largest tulip garden is now open in Kashmir. It is located between Dal Lake and the Zabarwan Hills. The garden opened to the public on 26 March, marking the start of the tourism season in the Kashmir Valley

Gulmarg Declared Smoke Free Zone

Gulmarg Declared as Tobacco-Free Zone In a recent update, the Jammu and Kashmir administration has declared Gulmarg & Tangmarg, a tobacco-free zone. It has urged all visitors not to carry any kind of Tobacco product when visiting these areas

All-Year Access To Sonamarg

All-Year Access To Sonamarg The tunnel is equipped with cutting-edge technologies that provide real-time updates and seamless connectivity for users. It includes public address system to deliver announcements and emergency instructions to ensure safety and traffic management; electrical fire signaling system to detect fires and alert authorities for quick evacuation and firefighting; radio re-broadcast system to keep drivers informed and entertained; Dynamic Road Information Panel (DRIP) to display real-time traffic updates to improve flow and safety; Speed Limit Variable Message Signs (SLVS) to inform travellers to adjust speed limits based on traffic conditions. The Z-Morh tunnel is named after the Z-shaped stretch of road it replaces. It eliminates the avalanche-prone, section of the route that was often blocked for months due to heavy rainfall.

Shikara Ride Bookings through UBER

Shikara Ride Bookings through Uber In a major boost to tourism in Jammu and Kashmir, Uber has officially launched its Shikara Bookings in Dal Lake. Now you can book your serene Shikara ride up to 15 days in advance. With just a tap on the Uber app, you are ready to set sail.

Tourists flock to Gulmarg for Skiing

Skiing at Gulmarg There is spike in tourist footfalls in Gulmarg, a tourist resort town known for skiing activities in north Kashmir, as the area recorded low of temperatures of -8.8 degrees Celsius, up from the previous night’s minus 11.5 degrees Celsius, the Meteorological Department said on January 1. Gulmarg was the coldest recorded place in the valley, according to the MeT Department.

Safety Tips for Tourists

Safety Tips for Tourists A special police force called Tourist Police is posted at all important places frequented by tourists for providing assistance to tourists to prevent them from being cheated, harassed, etc. This force is headed by a Superintendent of Police, designated as Deputy Director Tourism (Enforcement) and is stationed in the Tourist Reception Centre. For safeguarding the interests of tourists visiting the State, the Jammu & Kashmir Government has enacted a special legislation called “J&K Registration of Tourist Trade Act” under which some officers of the Tourism Department have been vested with magisterial powers, including the power of compounding, in case of cheating, overcharging, harassment, pestering, touting, etc. faced by tourists. Tourists are urged to contact the nearest tourism officer or the Deputy Director Tourism (Enforcement), with complaints, if any, or for solving problems faced by them. Deputy Director Tourism (Enforcement), Tourist Reception Centre. Phone Numbers: 0194-2477224, +91-9419036278 E-Mail: sptourism@rediffmail.com

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