The beautiful state of Kashmir is not only famous for its beauty and serenity but the state also offers authentic non-vegetarian dishes too. Kashmiri food is mild in taste and rich in flavour with the high use of hot spices like cardamom, fennel, ginger, cinnamon, cloves and saffron. Influenced by Mughals, Kashmiri cuisine is predominantly non-vegetarian, with mutton, chicken or fish used as prime ingredients but there are a few delicacies for vegetarians too. Some of them are : Rogan Josh , Modur pulav, Matschgand , Yakhni, Dumb olav , Kashmiri muji gaad , Aab Gost , Goshtab , Tabakh Maaz . Which is popularly also known as wazwan . By Arsalan nisar
Wednesday, 9 September 2020
Baramullah
Baramulla (bærəˈmʊlə) is a city and a municipality in the Baramulla district in the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. It is on the bank of the Jhelum River downstream from Srinagar, the state capital. The city was earlier known as Varahamula. The name is derived from two letters Varrah (Sanskrit: Boar) and Mul (Sanskrit: Molar).
The city is located on the banks of river Jehlum at the highest point of the river. The river forms a delta just on the outskirts of the city. Baramulla is on the Jhelum River, at its highest point. Baramulla tehsil is stretched from Village Khushalpora in the east to village Boniyar in the west. The old town is on the north bank of the river, and the new town is on the south bank. They are connected by five bridges, including a suspension bridge connecting Gulnar Park and Dewan Bagh. Five more bridges are being built or are planned. A bridge will connect the Khanpora and Drangbal areas of the city.
Eco Park is on the island in the middle of the Jhelum river on the road from Baramulla town to Uri. It is approached by a wooden bridge. It was developed by J&K Tourism Development Corporation with a blend of modern substructure and natural exquisiteness. This ecological tourism park offers a view with mountains in the background, Jhelum river flowing along the island, and lush, green, well-maintained gardens with some beautifully designed wooden huts. It is one of the best places to visit in the Baramulla and is a popular destination for locals particularly on summer evenings; it is developing into a major tourist attraction as well.
Kishtwar
District Kishtwar has been carved out in the year 2007 and it started functioning as an independent administrative unit on 01-04-2007. Kishtwar town is the HQ of District Kishtwar situated at a distance of 235 km from the winter capital of Jammu and Kashmir State. It is located between 35-55 and 45-97 degrees longitudinal; however, the altitude of the District varies from 3000-15000 ft. above sea level. Commonly known as the ‘Land of Sapphire and Saffron’, it is also very rich in forest products. Kishtwar is surrounded by the District Anantnag, District Doda, and also touches the boundaries of state Himachal Pradesh. Kishtwar District is a newly formed district of Jammu and Kashmir.
Kishtwar is one of the largest districts of Jammu and Kashmir locked in the Himalayan mountains.
Some major tourist attractions in Kishtwar are: Sinthan Top, Saffron Valley, Sapphire Mines at Paddar, Mughal Maidan, Machail Valley, Kishtwar National Park, Dachhan Valley, Marwah, and Warwan valley is too picturesque.
One can easily fall in love with the natural beauty of Kishtwar.
Kishtwar is a travelers paradise with the world's deadliest road popular as ” Cliff-Hanger ” connecting Kishtwar district with Himachal Pradesh via Ishtiyari, Sansari of Paddar division.
There are many trekking routes in Paddar like Omasla trek, Kabbanla trek, Potla trek, Ashuko trek, Tundupla trek, Sarsangla trek, Mounla trek, etc. and many sightseeings like Darllang nalla, Bujas nalla, Barnaj nalla, Chandi Mata Mandir, Lossani Gompa, Naag Stone at Darlang nalla, Ashoka dosa jeal. -Arsalan nisar
Doda
The Doda district of the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir is the largest district in the Jammu region The district don’t share its boundaries with international borders the district is endowed with natural beauty comprising of snow-clad mountains Here, you will find coniferous forests of deodar, oak, and you can go camping in the green meadows beside the hills or witness the rich biodiversity. There are various sites having archaeological importance like The Fort of Doda was of great interest to historians. Thakur Kahan Singh Balowria, the author of Tarikh e Rajgane Jammu via Kashmir, writes that there were seventy forts in Jammu province in addition to smaller ones in the Poonch area. These forts were used to stock armaments, other defense equipment, and food grains.
Doda Lake is a freshwater body of the southern part of Eeyou Istchee James Bay (municipality), in the administrative region of Nord-du-Québec, in the province of Quebec, in Canada. Doda Lake extends into the townships of Gradis, Machault, Du Guesglin, and Royal.
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Shopian
Shopian is a historical town and has gained importance from the time of Mughal rulers. It was previously known as ‘Sheen-e-van’ meaning ‘forest of snow’. Shopian was one out of six Wazarat Headquarters in Kashmir from 1872-1892 A.D. The District is situated in the laps of foot Hills of Pirpanchal range and most of its area is Hilly Terrain.the District is having an area of 30,741.6 hectares. It is at a distance of 51 km from the city Srinagar. Shopian has been an ancient Town of Kashmir, which among other factors in the past has historical importance since it is situated on the ancient imperial road commonly known as Mughal Road. Shopian has the honor to had Imam Shahi Hamadan entered via it into the Kashmir valley to spread the message of Islam. Shopian Town-the District Headquarters is situated at a distance of 51KM from Srinagar & 20KM from Pulwama on 2146Mts above the sea level. It has decades of old road connectivity with Anantnag as well as Kulgam.
The district possesses tremendous scope for expansion of the fruit industry under different schemes which can boost the economy not only of this district but the whole state.
The District with lush green forests especially in areas like Sedow, Hirpora & Keller is rich in scenic beauty. Development of these villages/areas as tourist villages will boost tourism in the District for the economic development of the people.
People from all around the globe visit tourist places like Peer Ki Gali which is on a mountain top of Mughal road. Mughal Sarai - this palace is situated on the bank of the river which flows on the side of Mughal road. This palace was used by Mughal rulers as their resting place during their travels. Debjan forests - this place is another tourist place of Shopian, where spring is present in the middle of Dabjan forest. -Arsalan nisar
Kulgam
The main source of livelihood in the district is Agriculture & Horticulture. The low-lying areas of Kulgam are very fertile for rice cultivation (known for best yield) so it is considered as 'Rice Bowl of Kashmir'. On the other hand, the upper areas are known for the production of quality apple, Pears. Livestock and sheep rearing is a subsidiary occupation in rural populations, particularly in the upper areas.
The District Kulgam is covered by the mighty & majestic Pir Panjal mountain range on the northwest side acting as massive topographical protection. The area is significantly covered in forestation.
Town Kulgam is situated at a distance of about 68 km from Srinagar and about 17 km from Anantnag. It has road connectivity with its neighboring districts like Shopian, Pulwama, Anantnag, and Ramban, etc. and Town besides being linked with far-flung areas of the District by a dependable road network. Besides places of spiritual interest, the district has tourist spots like "Ahrabal waterfall" on Veshev Nallah, Amnoo Eid Gah which is a place of sight-seeing in the extreme south-west of district Kulgam., Kongwattan and Gurwattan ahead of Ahrabal, Charenbal and Nandimarg high land pastures are also places of tourist attraction apart from virgin meadows in the area from Kund to Ladigasan (ahead of Aherbal clefts). The District also has a superabundance of natural water resources in the shape of various famous springs such as Kounsernag ( ahead of Aherbal ), Waseknag (Kund), Khee Nag( Khee Jogipora), etc. - Arsalan nisar
Bandipora
Bandipora is located on the northern banks of Wular Lake (the second-largest freshwater lake in Asia). Bandipora has a terraced garden similar to that of Nishat Bagh in Srinagar. Bandipora is bound by mountains on three sides and by Wular Lake on the fourth. Bandipora is famous for three A's - A'lim (knowledge), Adab (good habits or literature), and Aab (water). As can be known from the folklore, the name of Bandipora originated either from Bund of Wular as Bund e pur, from the local folk-singing bands (bāṇd) as Baand e pur
The famous Lolab Valley in Kupwara district is adjacent to the Bandipore. It is just 30 kilometres from Bandipore via Aloosa village. Once this road is upgraded it will become a lifeline of the Lolab valley and it will provide an additional route to the Kupwara district.
Bandipore was the connecting link between North India and Central Asia via the Silk Road. At Pazalpora village there was a custom and immigration department which is now a forest check-post. Due to the fact, Bandipore is also known as the gateway to Central Asia. There are strong links between Skardu, Gurez and Bandipore.
Bandipore is the location of the Forest Training and Research Institute in Jammu and Kashmir. Bandipore is known for trekking, mountaineering and fishing. The famous Arin Nallah is home to one of the most exotic trout (Rainbow Trout, Silver Trout and Gray Trout).
For mountaineers Mt Harmukh remains the main attraction, It is located on the eastern side of the town. Commercial cabs ply on that route till Kudara that is the farthest point where the cabs stop, and there onwards the terrain becomes hilly and one has to trek 17 kilometres (11 mi) to the higher reaches of Mount Harmukh. Sheera Sar [Lake of Spirits] acts as a base camp for all the mountaineering expeditions for Mt Harmukh. To the north lies Gurez, 86 kilometres (53 mi) from Bandipore. Commercial cabs ply on this route during summers, however, in winters the route remains closed due to heavy snowfall.
The place is surrounded by areas of scenic beauty and ranges such as Sikandar, Kudara, Vewan, Mowa and Tresangam, all of which are inhabited by the Gujjars ("Bakarwals"). Although being a scenic place where peace and tranquillity is in the environment, Bandipore has never been considered a tourist place and does not appear anywhere on the tourist map issued by Jammu and Kashmir State Tourism department. -Arsalan nisar
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The beautiful state of Kashmir is not only famous for its beauty and serenity but the state also offers authentic non-vegetarian dishes too...
