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PahalgamAmidst
thick pine forests and green pastures inlaid with brilliant flowers lies
Pahalgam. 100 kms north east of Srinagar, Pahalgam means a shepherds'
village. The mountain town along the bank of River Liddar is known for
its trout, both rainbow and brown and is the starting point of many a
trek, excursions to glaciers, shrines and other scenic places. Camp out,
pack a picnic, soak in the sun, melt in a bonfire, smile, you are in one
of the most picturesque resorts in Kashmir.
 
Sonmarg
This golden meadow, one of the smallest
resorts in Kashmir gets its name 'Son' meaning golden, from the bloom
of yellow crocuses that fill this valley in the Spring. A gushing river
is the highlight of this meadow, flowing down from snowy heights into
the dense woodlands of firs and silver birches. Glaciers pour down this
stream from the Himalayas on to the many camping sites in Sonmarg.
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