Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Hotels in Sonmarg

Sonmarg is synonymous with calm meadows and flower-carpeted fields surrounded by wonderful glaciers, miniature plateaus, snowfields, pines and islets. The entire region, 80 km from Srinagar, has some of the highest mountain ranges of the world. These snow clad peaks when reflect the golden emission of the sun, give a sparkling outcome to the entire valley. This is the reason why the mount station is named Sonmarg or Sonamarg. The word Sonamarg accurately means 'the Field of Gold'.
The glaciers, waterfalls and peaceful lakes add some more attractiveness to this tranquil valley. Situated at an altitude of 2740 m over sea level, at the foot of the Zojila pass, Sonmarg is the gateway to Ladakh. It is a ideal place for the excursionists. 

A few nearby places to explore are:

Zojila pass (20 km) at an height of 3540 m which heads towards the Ladakh plateau 
Sonmarg is another bottom to the holy cave of Amarnath (July-August) 
Yushmarg, an adjacent picnic spot, is well-known for its green pastures, pines and firs 
Glaciers at Thajiwas (wonderful tenting places) 
Nilagrad (the confluence of a mountain stream and Indus river; water here is pure red) 
Krishnasar Lake (at a height of 3801 m above sea level, popular for Trout fishing) 
Baltal (stunning grassland, more close to Amarnath cave than Sonmarg) 

Adventure-

If this is not enough, Sonamarg has ample opportunities for adventure enthusiasts also. On one hand the Krishnasar Lake and Sind River are frequented for trout fishing and mahseer fishing respectively while on the other, all the frozen glaciers are perfect for sledging. Those who love to go for trekking, can try out the routes to the lakes of Vishansar, Krishansar and Gangabal. Nichnai Pass is the place that provides breathtaking views of the entire valley.
Apart from that, in Sonamarg you can get to try some other adventure activities like angling, alpine skiing, white water rafting etc. May to September and November to February is the most suitable time to holiday Sonmarg for the top of vacations.
Seeking for an exceptionally amazing vacation spot for your honeymoon, relaxing or adventure vacations? Plan a Kashmir tour and visit the field of gold - Sonmarg. The place is undoubtedly a heaven for vacationers. Whenever you wish to spend some days far away from the hectic urban life, Jammu Kashmir tourism takes the responsibility to take you to the paradise on earth. Sonmarg tour suits most excellent for all the wishes of its guests.

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