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High Season : Mar - Oct

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Low Season : Oct - Jan

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Nearest Airport -SXR

Srinagar Airport

Nearest Train Stations -JAT

Jammu Tawi

History

Almost 2000 years ago, Sonmarg was under the kingdom of PravaraaSena. After that, under the management of the general of the cherry, half of that, and as a result, Buddhism has appeared in the area. 1947 Until India Independence, Gulab Singh and the United Kingdom of the State of the Kingdom. Sonmarg became part of India. From ancient literature, we now learn about children as part of the famous "Silk Route" of the connectors between India and Tibet. In front of you, the trade of the station was prospering here. The word Sonamarg literally translates to "Golden Earth". The captivating beauty of Sonmarg is a sight to behold. Located at 2730 meters high and you can see the mountains of beautiful snow as a background. The Sind River, which points to a wonderful valley, seems like a look.

Facts & Culture

Sonmarg's altitude is 2800 meters or 9200 feet. From here you can see some famous Himalayan glaciers such as the Kloy Glacier and the Manjoy Glacier. From here, you can see Sirbal Peak, Kolhoi Peak, Amarnath Peak, and Manchoi Peak at over 5000 meters above sea level. Sonmarg is located on the banks of the Nallah Sind River. It is located 87 kilometers northeast of Srinagar, the capital of the Indian Federal Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. People from all over the world come to this place to have the best natural essence. The Jhelum River dominates the area. The valley is 60 miles long and surrounded by grassy meadows and dotted villages. You can hire a pony to go to the Tajivas Glacier. Thajiwas Glacier is 9,186 feet above sea level and is a major tourist attraction. Sonamarg is a striking silver scene, contrasted with emerald grass and blue sky, and has always been a favorite spot in the mountain photographer community. Some of the most famous hiking trails start from Sonmarg alongside the spectacular views of the mountain lakes of Kishansar, Gadsar, Satsar, Vishansar, and Gangabal. It is also the basis for the performance of the holy Amarnath Yatra.

Places to See

Thajiwas Glacier

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Thajiwas Glacier, located at an altitude of 9,186 feet at a short distance from Sonmarg in Jammu & Kashmir, is enormous and blessed with magnificent beauty. Overlooked by the Thajiwas mountain and

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Thajiwas Glacier, Sonmarg
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Vishansar Lake

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Vishansar Lake, located in close proximity to Sonmarg, is a high-altitude lake blessed with breathtaking natural beauty and pristine surroundings. It is surrounded by lofty jagged mountain peaks on on

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Vishansar Lake
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Amarnath Cave Temple

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The Amarnath Cave in Kashmir, India is one of the most famous Hindu shrines. Built 5000 years ago this shrine is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is visited by Thousands of Shiva devotees each day. It is

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Amarnath Cave Temple
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Baltal Valley Sonmarg

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Baltal Valley is located at nearly 2,743 meters and positioned 15 kilometers north of Sonamarg in Jammu & Kashmir. Baltal is an hour by taxi or bus from Sonmarg. The splendor of the va

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Baltal Valley Sonmarg
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Kishansar Lake

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Situated at almost 4,000 meters in close proximity to Sonamarg, Kishansar Lake is overlooked by snow capped mountains and surrounded by lush meadows, and a haven for nature lovers & photography en

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Kishansar Lake
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Gangabal Lake

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Gangabal Lake is located in the Ganderbal district of Jammu and Kashmir, north of Srinagar, near the slopes of Mount Harmukh. It is a stunning alpine lake at a high altitude that is home to many diffe

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Gangabal Lake
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Naranag

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Naranag is located almost 50 kilometers from Srinagar in Ganderbal district on the road to Kargil in Jammu and Kashmir. It’s a place blessed with such beauty that it belongs in your dreams. Tucked c

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Naranag
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Gadsar Lake

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In the Jammu and Kashmir region of Ganderbal, about 8 kilometers from Sonmarg, is the gorgeous alpine lake known as Gadisar Lake. The sky, mountains, and surroundings are wonderfully mirrored in the b