08-05-2015
Famously known as ‘Heaven on Earth’, Srinagar is located in the union territory of Jammu & Kashmir, on the banks of river Jhelum. As picturesque as the most stunning painting to ever be painted, Srinagar is known for the stationary houseboats and colourfulShikararas on Dal Lake. The main draw of Sringara, the gondola-type rowboats – Shikaras are used by the tourists to see attractions like the Floating Vegetable Market, and the Mir Bahris – a lively community of people who live on the lake itself. Known as the summer capital of Jammu & Kashmir, Srinagar is home to some of the most exquisite Mughal-age gardens in India, with the top attractions being NishatBagh Shalimar Bagh and Chashm-e-Shahi Garden. Houseboat is the main part of Kashmir tourism. Trip to Kashmir valley is not complete without a stay in a houseboat. These Houseboats are anchored to one side of the lake and they don’t move in water. All basic facilities like electricity, toilets, hot & cold water are available. Each houseboat will have either three or four double bed rooms. There are around 700 houseboats around Srinagar with total capacity of 2750 rooms.
