Things to Care in Kashmir Tour

The enchanting valley of Kashmir is one of the most popular tourist destinations of India. Every year thousands of tourists visit this heaven on earth, where words fail to describe the beauty and charm of the environment. It is said that there is no place on earth that is as beautiful as Kashmir.
Attracted by its pristine beauty and incomparable charm, people from all over the world come here to get a taste of its beauty. Since it is a very popular tourist destination, there are few travel tips to Kashmir that one has to keep in mind while visiting this abode of magical charm and aura. 



They are as follows.

1.    Familiarise yourself with the local customs and traditions so as to be in sync with the place. There are plenty of books that will give you this information.

2.    The most common language in Kashmir is Kashmiri; however you will survive even if you know a bit of Hindi, Urdu and English.

3.    Make the booking in advance to avoid last minute inconvenience.

4.    If you are a foreigner, make sure you have all your documents in place.

5.    Make a list of things that you may require for your trip and carry them along.

6.    Do not carry too much cash in hand; banks and money exchanges are available if you need to withdraw cash.

7.    It’s always best to carry some warm clothes, since the climate of Kashmir is cool even during the summers.

8.    Various travelling options are available like railways, airways and roadways to reach here and you can choose according to your convenience and location.

9.    For local transport there are tourist buses, tourist taxis, mini buses and auto rickshaws available.

10. There are plenty of eating options. You can choose from restaurants that serve Chinese, the local Kashmiri cuisine, North Indian dishes, bakeries etc. 

11. Kashmir has been affected by terrorism for some time; hence it is best to exercise caution while are here. However the government provides enough security for the tourists.

12. Accommodation options are wide and varied. You can choose from various cheap and expensive hotels. However hiring a houseboat for stay is preferable as it gives a feeling of the place and its tradition.

13. If you are visiting the place for the first time, it is always best to hire a tourist guide. However hire only registered tourist guides and stay away from touts.

14. Be polite and courteous to the people around.

15. While shopping, it’s always good to bargain to get yourself a good deal.

16. While in Kashmir make sure you make the best of the stay by visiting all the local tourist attractions.

17. Do not miss the Shikara ride in one of the lakes.

18. The best time to visit Kashmir is between the months of March to October. Winters are extremely cold; hence it is best to avoid visiting this place during winters.

19. It is always best to travel light.

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