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Vaishnodevi 61 kms from Jammu and a 13 kms trek from Katra lies the Vaishnodevi Temple. Sightseeing places over here are connected with Vaishnodevi and include Raghunath Mandir, Kalka Mandir and Bhumika Mandir. The other places of sightseeing are the Shalimar Park and the Chintamani Park. Patnitop Though not as popular as most of the hill stations, Patnitop is as beautiful and serene as compared to most. This meadow situated at an altitude of 1950 metres, is surrounded by dense woods and lush greenery of the pines. An ideal place for walks and picnics, one can even indulge oneself into pony rides along the lesser known trails and camps.

Srinagar
In the heart of the Kashmir Valley lies Srinagar divided in two by the River Jhelum. The beauty of the valley has lured visitors for ages and it still bears the hallmark of the Mughals. One of the major tourist attractions - the Dal Lake is a maze of intricate waterways and channels, floating islands of vegetation and houseboats that look so firmly moored they could almost be island and hotels on islands which look like they could simply float away. The waters of the lake are so clear that swimming in them is quite a refreshing experience. Places of interest would include the Mughal Gardens - Chashmashahi Bagh, Nishat Bagh and Shalimar Bagh, the Dal and the Nagin Lake and the Shakaracharya Temple.

Pahalgam
96 kms east of Srinagar and 2400 metres in altitude, Pahalgam was initially a shepherd's village. Upland meadows and hills covered with pine forests form the backdrop of Pahalgam. An ideal delight for the trekkers, one can also cultivate a new hobby of fishing in Pahalgam. The Lidder River is divided into three fishing belts offering bountiful opportunities for fishing.

Gulmarg
A huge cut shaped meadow with gently undulating slopes ringed by fir trees and snow-capped peaks is how one would describe Gulmarg. A nature lover's delight one can generally hear the birds sing and the sound of the wind blowing through the pines. A heaven for trekkers, one can trek the steep hills to the Seven Springs and view one of the highest peaks - Nanda Devi Peak. By December, Gulmarg is a paradise for the skiers with snow covering the lush meadows.

Sonamarg
The Meadow of Gold is a quiet valley carved by the Sindh River and encircled by the placid lakes and awesome glaciers. Lying at an altitude of 3000 metres, it is located 80 kms north-east of Srinagar. The journey to Sonamarg is an enchanting wonderland of nature's beauty.