Ganderbal

 

Ganderbal is one of the most beautiful places in Kashmir, known for its lakes and beautiful landscapes. It is considered as one of the most beautiful tourist destinations to visit in Kashmir. Places like Sonamarg, Naranag, Gangbal are the epitome of beauty and luxury to watch. Ksheer Bhawani temple situated at Tullamulla, in the Ganderbal District, is an important shrine. The temple is associated with the Hindu Goddess, Rayna Devi. An annual festival is held here on Jest-Ashtami(May-Jun) when Hindus visit this place in large numbers. not only the Hindus but Kashmiris also take part in that festival that showed the hospitality of the people there the love they have for the people of other religion who live there not only they celebrate the festival with them but they accept them as a part of themselves. Another tourist destination in Ganderbal best known for trekking is Gangbal which is located in the foothills of Harmukh. After crossing the beautiful Naranag you reach a beautiful destination. The trek pays off when you rest your eyes to the beautiful Gangbal lake and enjoying the beautiful scenic view of nature, After the  Gangabal lake, we reach Nundkol Lake and trek through. Then you trek through the meadows of Trunkol and descend to Naranag village through the pine forest of Bodpathri. Every person needs some alone time in life to get to know themselves and to get rid of the hustle and bustle of life and this destiny sorely does the work for you and leaves a huge impact on your soul that stays forever you cherish the memories and the journey for the lifetime.

       Gangbal Lake

                             

        Naranag Temple

                                          

       Nundkol Lake

                                          

If you are a mountain lover and you love glaciers you cannot surely miss visiting Thajiwas glacier. It's one of the most beautiful glaciers to visit in Kashmir. It's located in Sonamarg. The journey to Thajwas is tiring and hard but the captivating views make it worth wile. One of the most eye-catching things to see in Sonamarg Thajwas is the Bakarwals who live there. whose whole life depends on their, life through the thief point of view is different and you get to know a lot from them that how luxurious life you live and how hard life is. The beautiful meadows and the fresh air soothes your heart and soul. we can see the true colors of nature. On the one side, everything is green, and on the other side, everything is white because of the snow-capped mountains, and above all the whole sky full of dreams.  One can never explain the beauty of the snow-covered mountains. This is one of the most excellent and unforgettable experiences one can have and never forget for the rest of their lives.

If you are a travel freak and you love hiking and you want to experience new things and you are busy and tired from your day to day work and everything is slipping through your hands then take a break and visit the places in Ganderbal. The view will change your mindset it will take you on a whole new journey of your life, you will be reborn again.                                -Arsalan nisar