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Photogenic Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India

How do you pronounce it Siri-nagar or Sri-nagara well it may not be important but Sri-nagar also translates to Sūrya-nagar or City of the Sun. If you dwell a bit more - in Sanskrit śrī and nagar may also mean 'City of Wealth'.

Though ravaged by multiple political beliefs over painful decades - to me Srinagar exudes an eternal stillness - a promise and pure romance as your Shikara glides through the dal lake towards an ocherous sunset...

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Martand Sun Temple, Near Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India

The Martand Sun Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to God Surya located at about 69 km from Srinagar. Martand Sun Temple was built in the 8th century and is often described as testament to the architectural achievements of Kashmir's ancient Karkota Dynasty. Much of the temple was destroyed by Islamic ruler Sikandar Butshikan in the early 15th century, and it has stood in ruins ever since.  How to reach Martand Sun Temple, Jammu and Kashmir, India?

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Krishansar Lake, Near Srinagar or Sonamarg, Jammu and Kashmir, India

Doesn’t matter which angle you capture it from the picture perfect reflections of Krishansar Lake evoke a deep sigh as well as a sense of contentment where reflections of the surrounding dense pine forest and snowcapped mountains just silence all your psychological babble…  As per its wikipedia page Krishansar Lake can be accessed from Srinagar or Srinagar Airport 80 km by road to village Shitkadi, Sonamarg - from which ponies can be hired to cover an alpine trek of 35 km to reach the Krishansar Lake. How to reach Srinagar?

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Sindh River, Near Sonamarg, Jammu and Kashmir, India

The Sind / Sindh River in the Ganderbal district of Jammu and Kashmir state of India passes through the popular alpine hill station Sonamarg. It is the only river in Jammu and Kashmir on which three hydroelectric power plants are functional. How to reach Sonamarg?

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Aharbal falls, Near Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India

Gushing and mighty Aharbal falls are supposedly a sight to behold! Located in mesmerizing meadows and fir tree forests surrounded by snow clad mountains of Aharbal, a hill station in the Kashmir Valley is at a distance of about 69 km from Srinagar. How to reach Srinagar?

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Shalimar Bagh, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India

Shalimar Bagh, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India is well known for its lighted chini khanas or arched niches in the evening giving a fairy tale appearance to the cascading water in its gardens. As per its wikipedia page the ancient history of the garden can be traced to the 2nd century when Praversena II founded the city of Srinagar and ruled in Kashmir from 79 AD to 139 AD and built a cottage for his stay and named it Shalimar which in Sanskrit means abode of love. How to reach Srinagar?

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How to reach Sonamarg, Jammu and Kashmir, India?

Sonamarg is located 81 km from Srinagar and Sonamarg does not have a railway station or an airport. Srinagar Airport is at a distance of 95 km from Sonamarg. Do note Sonamarg may not be accessible during winter.

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How to reach Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India?

How to reach Srinagar by Air?
Srinagar International Airport is well connected with many cities of India especially having direct regular flights coming in from Delhi, Mumbai, Chandigarh etc. Srinagar airport is about 16 km away from the center of the city.

How to reach Srinagar by Rail?
There are no direct trains from Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru to Srinagar. You have to reach Jammu Tawi (about 270 km away) or Udhampur (about 230 km away) railway stations to reach Srinagar by train. Both the stations are well connected with many India cities. You will need to travel by train, taxi, bus or private car to reach Srinagar city. Urge you to research for more information on the same. 

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How to reach Martand Sun Temple, Jammu and Kashmir, India?

You will need to travel by taxi from Srinagar to reach Martand Sun Temple which is at a distance of about 69 kms from Srinagar city center.

How to reach Srinagar by Air?
Srinagar International Airport is well connected with many cities of India especially having direct regular flights coming in from Delhi, Mumbai, Chandigarh etc. Srinagar airport is about 16 km away from the center of the city.

How to reach Srinagar by Rail? 
There are no direct trains from Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru to Srinagar. You have to reach Jammu Tawi (about 270 km away) or Udhampur (about 230 km away) railway stations to reach Srinagar by train. Both the stations are well connected with many India cities. You will need to travel by train, taxi, bus or private car to reach Srinagar city. Urge you to research for more information on the same.

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