442 Srinagar is the largest city and the summer capital of the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. It lies in the Kashmir Valley on the banks of the Jhelum River, a tributary of the Indus, and Dal and Anchar lakes. The city is known for its natural environment, gardens, waterfronts and houseboats. Top Place in Srinagar 1. Nigeen Lake Nigeen Lake is a mildly eutrophic lake located in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India. It is sometimes considered a part of the Dal lake and is connected to it via a narrow strait. 2. Pahalgam Pahalgam is a tourist town and a notified area committee in Anantnag district of the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. It is a popular tourist destination and a hill station. Its lush green meadows and pristine waters attract thousands of tourists from all over the world each year. [1] It is located 45 kilometers (28 mi) from Anantnag on the banks of Lidder River at an altitude of 7,200 feet (2,200 m). Pahalgam is the headquarters of one of the five tehsils of the Anantnag district. Pahalgam is associated with the annual Amarnath Yatra. Dal Lake Dal Lake is widely regarded as being the “jewel in the crown of Kashmir”. On a more local note, it is also referred to as the “jewel of Srinagar”. Those unfamiliar with the location of this lake may be surprised to learn that, far from being a remote and isolated beauty spot, Dal Lake is sited within the major city of Srinagar and is therefore regarded as being an “urban lake”. Was this article helpful?Yes0No0 #Travel Leave a Comment Cancel Reply Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ previous post Best Tourist Places In Haryana next post Food of Maharashtra Jyoti Bora You may also like When Kainchi Dham Called Me: A Story of... February 17, 2026 Beyond the Ganga Aarti: 6 Hidden Places to... January 2, 2026 Best Tourist Places In Maharashtra February 14, 2025 Best Tourist Places In Haryana February 14, 2025 Best Tourist Places In Goa February 14, 2025 Best Tourist Places In Andhra Pradesh February 14, 2025 Famous Tourist Place in Arunachal Pradesh February 14, 2025 Best Tourist Places In Gujarat February 14, 2025 Best Tourist Places In Delhi February 14, 2025 India Gate February 14, 2025