Explore Pahalgam with Fly Nations
General Information:
- Location: Situated at the confluence of Lidder river and Sheshnag lake
- Altitude: Approximately 2,400 meters above sea level
- Best Time to Visit: Mid-April to Mid-November
- Climate: Cool summers with temperatures not exceeding 25°C; ideal for tent life
About Pahalgam: Once a humble shepherd’s village, Pahalgam has transformed into a renowned hill resort in the Kashmir Valley. Surrounded by snow-clad peaks, lush valleys, and the Lidder River, Pahalgam offers breathtaking natural beauty that attracts visitors year-round. It serves as a base for the annual Amarnath Yatra and offers adventure treks into high-altitude meadows.
How to Reach Pahalgam: Pahalgam is easily accessible:
- By Road: Approximately 95 km from Srinagar; well-connected via NH1A.
- By Air: Nearest airport is Srinagar Airport (about 100 km from Pahalgam).
- By Rail: Jammu Tawi Railway Station is the nearest railhead, about 280 km away.
Adventure Activities:
- Trekking: Explore high-altitude meadows like Chandanwari, Sheshnag, and Panchtarni, especially popular during April to June.
- Golfing: Play at Pahalgam Golf Club’s nine-hole course at 2,400 meters above sea level.
- Fishing: Enjoy trout fishing in the Lidder River from April to September, with permits available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Horse Riding: Explore scenic trails and meadows on horseback.
Shopping: Pahalgam is known for its wool products, including Gabbas and Namdas, available at local shops.
Accommodation: Choose from a variety of hotels, lodges, and trekkers’ huts catering to all preferences and budgets.
Tourist Attractions: Explore the following places around Pahalgam:
- Sheshnag: A mountain lake about 11 km from Chandanwari, known for its greenish-blue waters.
- Chandanwari: Starting point of the Amarnath Yatra, famous for its snow bridge and accessible by car.
- Panchtarni: Confluence of five streams, the last stop before the Amarnath Cave, reachable by a spiraling path.
- Amarnath Cave: A sacred site for Hindus, housing an ice stalagmite believed to symbolize Lord Shiva.
- Mamal: Home to an ancient Shiva temple dating back to the 5th century.
- Aru: A charming meadow accessible by a mountain path, where the Lidder River disappears and reappears.
- Baisaran: A picturesque meadow surrounded by pine forests, offering stunning views of snow-clad mountains.
- Hajan: An idyllic picnic spot on the way to Chandanwari, famous for its scenic beauty featured in Bollywood films.
