Sonamarg
India Tourism June 19th, 2008
The name of this Himalayan summer resort translates as “golden meadow”, and originates from the yellow blooming flowers found there through the valley in the spring season. Sonamarg is also known as the gateway to Ladakh as it is situated on the strategic Srinagar-Leh highway between Thajwas glacier and the river Sindh that emerges from the foothills of Kolahoi mountain. Sonamarg is in the middle of forests and the cold desert region of Ladakh across Zojilla mountain pass. The mountain cliffs that surround Sonamarg offer
cool possibilities for mountaineering - Sonamarg is famous for its rock climbing sites and alpine skiing and the waters contain trout fishes offering great opportunities for tourists interested in fishing. The Amarnath pilgrimage also brings hundreds of thousands of yatris to Sonamarg every year. The resort functions as the base camp for a second pilgrimage route via baltal to Amarnath in addition to the more popular Pahalgam route. The track leading from the mountain resort to the Gangabal lake offers prospects for hiking in the presence of cool scenery. Also known as the Harmukh Ganga, the Gangabal lake has been held sacred by the Kashmiri pandits for centuries.
The drive to Sonamarg is through the Sindh Valley which presents yet another spectacular facet of countryside in Kashmir.
Sonamarg is situated at a distance of 84 kms from Srinagar, on the Srinagar-Ladakh Road. J&K SRTC operates regular buses as well as sightseeing buses during the season. The route passes through the picturesque town of Ganderbal (21 kms), Kangan (40 kms) and Gund of the Sindh Valley, before reaching the resort. Spectacular views of the Harmukh range dominate the horizon all along the route.
At a time when mercury rises in the plains of India, it is soothing cool in the upper reaches. Sonamarg is a perfect tourist destination for summer. The lush meadows and snow capped peaks in the backdrop offer magnificent views. Sonamarg is a complete scenic destination in itself. There are a number of places that one can visit when in Sonamarg. There are a number of waterfalls in and around Sonamarg that you can visit. Gadsar Lake and Satsar Lake are two beautiful lakes that you can visit. The lakes are surrounded by tress and flowers. Nilgrad and Nichnai Pass are other two beautiful places that you can visit.
Some of the places around Sonamarg that you can visit are Thajiwas, Baltal, Zoji-la pass and Yushmarg.
The Tourist Office at Sonamarg is within the premises of the Tourist Complex, behind the cafeteria. Tourists are advised to visit the office for information and assistance. In particular, trekking trips into the mountains should be undertaken only after consulting the Tourist Office at Srinagar or Sonamarg for safety and feasibility.
Nearest Airport - Srinagar (105 km)
Nearest Railway Station - Jammu (400 km)
Road - Bus Service / Taxi from Srinagar
Cool Hotels - Snowland, Glacier and Glacier Heights
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