Srinagar, India | Poetic life on a houseboat, romantic old dreams in the Mughal garden

✅Must experience Dal Lake: One of the highest lakes in India, with clear water, schools of fish, and green mountains all around. You can experience houseboat stays, take a Shikara boat tour, and visit a floating market. ✅Must experience Mughal Gardens: including Nishat Gardens, Shalimar Gardens and Chashma Shahi Gardens, which are masterpieces of the Mughal period. There are fountains, flower beds, pavilions, etc. in the gardens. ✅Must experience Shiva Temple: Located on the top of the mountain, it is one of the oldest temples in Srinagar. It is dedicated to the Hindu Lord Shiva. It has a unique architectural style and overlooks the entire city and Dal Lake. ✅Must experience Hazrat Bal Mosque: It is one of the most important mosques in Kashmir. Its architectural style combines the characteristics of Mughal and Kashmiri. The temple preserves the relics of the Prophet Muhammad. ✅Must experience Dachigan National Park: Famous for protecting the endangered Kashmir Musk Deer, the park also has other rare animals and plants, as well as natural landscapes such as lakes, streams, and waterfalls. 🍲Food Recommendations ●Rogan Josh: Cooked with mutton and a variety of spices, it has a bright red color and a rich flavor. ●Yakni: Made with cheese and mutton as the main ingredients, stewed with a variety of spices, it has a fresh texture and a sweet and sour taste. ●Kava tea: A spiced tea made from a mixture of green tea, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves and other spices. It has a fragrant aroma and a mellow taste. 🌟Shopping Recommendations ●Cashmere products: Cashmere products from Kashmir are world-famous, such as cashmere shawls, scarves, sweaters, etc. They are soft and warm, and are very popular souvenirs. ● Carpets: Srinagar's carpets are known for their exquisite patterns and exquisite craftsmanship. They are dyed with natural dyes, which make them brightly colored and durable. ●Papier-mâché handicrafts: Boxes, vases, plates and other handicrafts made of papier-mâché have exquisite shapes, delicate patterns and strong local characteristics. 🧳Travel Guide ●Best time: April to October, when the weather is pleasant, the scenery is beautiful, and it is suitable for outdoor activities. ●Transportation: You can first arrive in major cities such as Delhi in India, and then transfer to Srinagar. For travel within the city, you can choose taxis, rickshaws or chartered cars. ●Accommodation: There are many options including luxury hotels, budget hotels, B&Bs and houseboats. ● Notes: Pay attention to the local political and security situation, respect local religious customs, and dress appropriately in religious places.