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Sonamarg
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Sonamarg is situated at a height of 2740 m in the state of Jammu and
Kashmir. Sonamarg is a small and beautiful hill resort. Sonamarg
literally means the 'Meadow of Gold' and is known so due to the
flowers that wraps the meadow in the spring. In the earlier days,
Sonamarg lies on the main trading route into central Asia. Sonamarg is
the last major point in the Kashmir valley before the Zoji La pass
into Ladakh. At the pass, the green and lush Kashmiri landscape
changes to the barren and dry landscape of Ladakh. The passage to
Sonamarg is through the Sindh Valley which presents another face of
the countryside in Kashmir. Sonamarg is the main base for the treks
that passes along several mountain lakes like the Vishansar, Kishansar,
Gadsar, Satsar and Gangabal. Sonamarg is also the major point for the
drive to Ladakh across the Zoji La pass. Sonamarg is also a base for
undertaking the yatra to the holy Amarnath cave. The best time to
visit Sonamarg is from April to June.
Major Attractions
Nilagrad
Nilagrad is a Baltic colony, situated about 6 kms. away from Sonamarg
where a mountain river meets the Indus river. The water of the river
is reddish in colour and is believed to have curative power of many
diseases. The various people visit this place on Sunday to bath in the
river.
Yousmarg
Yousmarg is the famous picnic spot located near Sonamarg. Yousmarg is
known for its green pastures, pines and firs.
Nichnai Pass
Nichnai Pass is the vintage point to view the breathtakingly beautiful
lakes of Vishansar, Krishansar and Gangabal.
Thajiwas
Thajiwas is located after a short and interesting walk from Sonamarg.
Thajiwas is known for the glaciers. The miniature plateaus,
snowfields, pines and islets adds to the charm of Thajiwas.
Bisansar Lake & Krishnasar Lake
Bisansar and Krishnasar are the two beautiful lakes added to the
beauty of Sonamarg. The Bisansar Lake is situated at an altitude of
4084 m, while crossing the river at Nichinai Pass, with its its lovely
natural beauty. Beside the lake is the Krishnasar Lake situated at an
altitude of 3801 m, and famous for trout fishing.
Distance
from major cities
Srinagar |
81 Kms |
Jammu |
300 Kms |
Leh |
267 Kms |
How to reach there
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The nearest airport is located in
Badgam District, connecting the capital city with all the major
cities in India. |
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The nearest railway station is
located at Jammu and from there National Highway NH1A connects the
Kashmir valley with India. |
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Sonamarg is situated on the Srinagar-Leh
Highway, about 81 km from Srinagar. The National Highway NH1A
connects Srinagar and Anantnag with Sonamarg. |
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