Sunset photographs of Dal Lake in Black and White colors @ Shrinagar, Jammu & Kashmir State of India

Dal Lake is beautiful lake in Srinagar city of Jammu & Kashmir State. Shrinagar is also know as summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir State of India. The urban lake, which is the second largest in the state, is integral to tourism and recreation in Kashmir and is nicknamed the 'Jewel in the crown of Kashmir' or 'Srinagar's Jewel'. The lake is also an important source for commercial operations in fishing and water plant harvesting. Let's check out this Photo Journey to know more about Dal Lake in this beautiful city of Kashmir !Last month I was in Shrinagar for 3rd Mughal Rally by Himalayan Motorsports and all these photographs are shot during one of the evenings, when we were relatively free and could spend some time around Nagin & Dal Lake. Although one of the mornings we also went for Shikara Ride through Old Kashmir and markets around lake. We shall also be sharing same photographs in colors soon, as sunset colors were really magical...Dal lake is quite popular as a visitor attraction and a summer resort for tourists from various parts of India and other countries. Fisheries and the harvesting of food and fodder plants are also important on Dal Lake. Weeds from the lake are extracted and converted into compost for the gardens. It also serves as a flood lung of the Jhelum River. Swimming, boating, snow skiing and canoeing are amongst some of the water sports activities practiced on the lake.Various Houseboats can be seen around different Lakes in Shrinagar. Houseboats and the Dal Lake are widely associated with Srinigar and are nicknamed 'floating palaces', built according to British customs. The houseboats are generally made from local cedar-wood and are graded in a similar fashion to hotels according to level of comfort. Many of them have lavishly furnished rooms, with verandas and a terrace to serve as a sun-deck or to serve evening cocktails. They are mainly moored along the western periphery of the lake, close to the lakeside boulevard in the vicinity of the Dal gate and on small islands in the lake. They are anchored individually, with interconnecting bridges providing access from one boat to the other. The kitchen-boat is annexed to the main houseboat, which also serves as residence of the boat-keeper and his family(Courtesy - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dal_Lake)Dal Lake is in the heart of Srinagar city and is well connected by road & air links. The nearest airport, which connects with other major cities in the country, is about 7 kilometres away at Badgam. The nearest railway station is 300 kilometres away at Jammu. The National Highway NH1A connects the Kashmir valley with rest of the countrDal lake covers an area of around 18 square kilometres and is part of a natural wetland which covers around 21 square kms, including its floating gardens. The floating gardens, known as 'Rad' in Kashmiri, blossom with lotus flowers during July and AugustThe wetland is divided by causeways into four basins - Gagribal, Lokut Dal, Bod Dal and Nagin. Nagin is also considered as separate lake and we stayed Centaur Hotel which is near to Nagin Lake only. Lokut-dal and Bod-dal each have an island in the centre, known as Rup Lank and Sona Lank respectively.Shoreline of the Dal Lake is about 15.5 kilometres and encompassed by a boulevard lined with Mughal era gardens, parks, houseboats and hotels. Scenic views of Dal lake can be witnessed from Mughal gardens, such as Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh built during the reign of Mughal Emperor Jahangir and from houseboats cruising along the lake in the colourful shikaras.Dal lake has numerous sites and places of interest, many of which are important to the cultural heritage of Srinigar. Aside from the Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh, some of the other places frequented by tourists are the Shankaracharya temple, the Hari Parbat, the Nagin Lake, the Chashme Shahi, the Hazratbal Shrine, the famous Kashmir houseboats and the Shikara (boat) called the Gandola of Kashmir.Shikaras provide a water taxi service available to see the sights in the Dal Lake and to approach the houseboats moored on the lake periphery.Dal Lake has become an icon of the Kashmir tourism industry and almost every tourist dream of having a Shikara ride in this lake and stay at least for one night in House-Boats. A Himalayan urban lake which has five basins and a number of channels that are well linked with each other. There are plenty of fishes in Dal Lake and fishery is the second largest industry of the region centered on the lake.The sparkling quiet waters of Dal surrounded by snow-capped mountains on its three sides, undoubtedly mark it as one of the most beautiful lakes of India. It is also the second largest lake in the State of Jammu and Kashmir with numerous gardens and orchards all along its shores. Houseboats form an indelible part of the scenery of the Dal Lake that are always ready to take tourists to a romantic and peaceful ride of the lake and soothe their nerves as the houseboat floats over the slightly rippling waters. They also offer some of the most exotic views of the splendid scenery of the Dal Lake.

Dal Lake is beautiful lake in Srinagar city of Jammu & Kashmir State. Shrinagar is also know as summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir State of India. The urban lake, which is the second largest in the state, is integral to tourism and recreation in Kashmir and is nicknamed the 'Jewel in the crown of Kashmir' or 'Srinagar's Jewel'. The lake is also an important source for commercial operations in fishing and water plant harvesting. Let's check out this Photo Journey to know more about Dal Lake in this beautiful city of Kashmir !


Dal Lake is beautiful lake in Srinagar city of Jammu & Kashmir State. Shrinagar is also know as summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir State of India. The urban lake, which is the second largest in the state, is integral to tourism and recreation in Kashmir and is nicknamed the 'Jewel in the crown of Kashmir' or 'Srinagar's Jewel'. The lake is also an important source for commercial operations in fishing and water plant harvesting. Let's check out this Photo Journey to know more about Dal Lake in this beautiful city of Kashmir !Last month I was in Shrinagar for 3rd Mughal Rally by Himalayan Motorsports and all these photographs are shot during one of the evenings, when we were relatively free and could spend some time around Nagin & Dal Lake. Although one of the mornings we also went for Shikara Ride through Old Kashmir and markets around lake. We shall also be sharing same photographs in colors soon, as sunset colors were really magical...Dal lake is quite popular as a visitor attraction and a summer resort for tourists from various parts of India and other countries. Fisheries and the harvesting of food and fodder plants are also important on Dal Lake. Weeds from the lake are extracted and converted into compost for the gardens. It also serves as a flood lung of the Jhelum River. Swimming, boating, snow skiing and canoeing are amongst some of the water sports activities practiced on the lake.Various Houseboats can be seen around different Lakes in Shrinagar. Houseboats and the Dal Lake are widely associated with Srinigar and are nicknamed 'floating palaces', built according to British customs. The houseboats are generally made from local cedar-wood and are graded in a similar fashion to hotels according to level of comfort. Many of them have lavishly furnished rooms, with verandas and a terrace to serve as a sun-deck or to serve evening cocktails. They are mainly moored along the western periphery of the lake, close to the lakeside boulevard in the vicinity of the Dal gate and on small islands in the lake. They are anchored individually, with interconnecting bridges providing access from one boat to the other. The kitchen-boat is annexed to the main houseboat, which also serves as residence of the boat-keeper and his family(Courtesy - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dal_Lake)Dal Lake is in the heart of Srinagar city and is well connected by road & air links. The nearest airport, which connects with other major cities in the country, is about 7 kilometres away at Badgam. The nearest railway station is 300 kilometres away at Jammu. The National Highway NH1A connects the Kashmir valley with rest of the countrDal lake covers an area of around 18 square kilometres and is part of a natural wetland which covers around 21 square kms, including its floating gardens. The floating gardens, known as 'Rad' in Kashmiri, blossom with lotus flowers during July and AugustThe wetland is divided by causeways into four basins - Gagribal, Lokut Dal, Bod Dal and Nagin. Nagin is also considered as separate lake and we stayed Centaur Hotel which is near to Nagin Lake only. Lokut-dal and Bod-dal each have an island in the centre, known as Rup Lank and Sona Lank respectively.Shoreline of the Dal Lake is about 15.5 kilometres and encompassed by a boulevard lined with Mughal era gardens, parks, houseboats and hotels. Scenic views of Dal lake can be witnessed from Mughal gardens, such as Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh built during the reign of Mughal Emperor Jahangir and from houseboats cruising along the lake in the colourful shikaras.Dal lake has numerous sites and places of interest, many of which are important to the cultural heritage of Srinigar. Aside from the Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh, some of the other places frequented by tourists are the Shankaracharya temple, the Hari Parbat, the Nagin Lake, the Chashme Shahi, the Hazratbal Shrine, the famous Kashmir houseboats and the Shikara (boat) called the Gandola of Kashmir.Shikaras provide a water taxi service available to see the sights in the Dal Lake and to approach the houseboats moored on the lake periphery.Dal Lake has become an icon of the Kashmir tourism industry and almost every tourist dream of having a Shikara ride in this lake and stay at least for one night in House-Boats. A Himalayan urban lake which has five basins and a number of channels that are well linked with each other. There are plenty of fishes in Dal Lake and fishery is the second largest industry of the region centered on the lake.The sparkling quiet waters of Dal surrounded by snow-capped mountains on its three sides, undoubtedly mark it as one of the most beautiful lakes of India. It is also the second largest lake in the State of Jammu and Kashmir with numerous gardens and orchards all along its shores. Houseboats form an indelible part of the scenery of the Dal Lake that are always ready to take tourists to a romantic and peaceful ride of the lake and soothe their nerves as the houseboat floats over the slightly rippling waters. They also offer some of the most exotic views of the splendid scenery of the Dal Lake.

Last month I was in Shrinagar for 3rd Mughal Rally by Himalayan Motorsports and all these photographs are shot during one of the evenings, when we were relatively free and could spend some time around Nagin & Dal Lake. Although one of the mornings we also went for Shikara Ride through Old Kashmir and markets around lake. We shall also be sharing same photographs in colors soon, as sunset colors were really magical...

Dal Lake is beautiful lake in Srinagar city of Jammu & Kashmir State. Shrinagar is also know as summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir State of India. The urban lake, which is the second largest in the state, is integral to tourism and recreation in Kashmir and is nicknamed the 'Jewel in the crown of Kashmir' or 'Srinagar's Jewel'. The lake is also an important source for commercial operations in fishing and water plant harvesting. Let's check out this Photo Journey to know more about Dal Lake in this beautiful city of Kashmir !Last month I was in Shrinagar for 3rd Mughal Rally by Himalayan Motorsports and all these photographs are shot during one of the evenings, when we were relatively free and could spend some time around Nagin & Dal Lake. Although one of the mornings we also went for Shikara Ride through Old Kashmir and markets around lake. We shall also be sharing same photographs in colors soon, as sunset colors were really magical...Dal lake is quite popular as a visitor attraction and a summer resort for tourists from various parts of India and other countries. Fisheries and the harvesting of food and fodder plants are also important on Dal Lake. Weeds from the lake are extracted and converted into compost for the gardens. It also serves as a flood lung of the Jhelum River. Swimming, boating, snow skiing and canoeing are amongst some of the water sports activities practiced on the lake.Various Houseboats can be seen around different Lakes in Shrinagar. Houseboats and the Dal Lake are widely associated with Srinigar and are nicknamed 'floating palaces', built according to British customs. The houseboats are generally made from local cedar-wood and are graded in a similar fashion to hotels according to level of comfort. Many of them have lavishly furnished rooms, with verandas and a terrace to serve as a sun-deck or to serve evening cocktails. They are mainly moored along the western periphery of the lake, close to the lakeside boulevard in the vicinity of the Dal gate and on small islands in the lake. They are anchored individually, with interconnecting bridges providing access from one boat to the other. The kitchen-boat is annexed to the main houseboat, which also serves as residence of the boat-keeper and his family(Courtesy - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dal_Lake)Dal Lake is in the heart of Srinagar city and is well connected by road & air links. The nearest airport, which connects with other major cities in the country, is about 7 kilometres away at Badgam. The nearest railway station is 300 kilometres away at Jammu. The National Highway NH1A connects the Kashmir valley with rest of the countrDal lake covers an area of around 18 square kilometres and is part of a natural wetland which covers around 21 square kms, including its floating gardens. The floating gardens, known as 'Rad' in Kashmiri, blossom with lotus flowers during July and AugustThe wetland is divided by causeways into four basins - Gagribal, Lokut Dal, Bod Dal and Nagin. Nagin is also considered as separate lake and we stayed Centaur Hotel which is near to Nagin Lake only. Lokut-dal and Bod-dal each have an island in the centre, known as Rup Lank and Sona Lank respectively.Shoreline of the Dal Lake is about 15.5 kilometres and encompassed by a boulevard lined with Mughal era gardens, parks, houseboats and hotels. Scenic views of Dal lake can be witnessed from Mughal gardens, such as Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh built during the reign of Mughal Emperor Jahangir and from houseboats cruising along the lake in the colourful shikaras.Dal lake has numerous sites and places of interest, many of which are important to the cultural heritage of Srinigar. Aside from the Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh, some of the other places frequented by tourists are the Shankaracharya temple, the Hari Parbat, the Nagin Lake, the Chashme Shahi, the Hazratbal Shrine, the famous Kashmir houseboats and the Shikara (boat) called the Gandola of Kashmir.Shikaras provide a water taxi service available to see the sights in the Dal Lake and to approach the houseboats moored on the lake periphery.Dal Lake has become an icon of the Kashmir tourism industry and almost every tourist dream of having a Shikara ride in this lake and stay at least for one night in House-Boats. A Himalayan urban lake which has five basins and a number of channels that are well linked with each other. There are plenty of fishes in Dal Lake and fishery is the second largest industry of the region centered on the lake.The sparkling quiet waters of Dal surrounded by snow-capped mountains on its three sides, undoubtedly mark it as one of the most beautiful lakes of India. It is also the second largest lake in the State of Jammu and Kashmir with numerous gardens and orchards all along its shores. Houseboats form an indelible part of the scenery of the Dal Lake that are always ready to take tourists to a romantic and peaceful ride of the lake and soothe their nerves as the houseboat floats over the slightly rippling waters. They also offer some of the most exotic views of the splendid scenery of the Dal Lake.

Dal lake is quite popular as a visitor attraction and a summer resort for tourists from various parts of India and other countries. Fisheries and the harvesting of food and fodder plants are also important on Dal Lake. Weeds from the lake are extracted and converted into compost for the gardens. It also serves as a flood lung of the Jhelum River. Swimming, boating, snow skiing and canoeing are amongst some of the water sports activities practiced on the lake.

Dal Lake is beautiful lake in Srinagar city of Jammu & Kashmir State. Shrinagar is also know as summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir State of India. The urban lake, which is the second largest in the state, is integral to tourism and recreation in Kashmir and is nicknamed the 'Jewel in the crown of Kashmir' or 'Srinagar's Jewel'. The lake is also an important source for commercial operations in fishing and water plant harvesting. Let's check out this Photo Journey to know more about Dal Lake in this beautiful city of Kashmir !Last month I was in Shrinagar for 3rd Mughal Rally by Himalayan Motorsports and all these photographs are shot during one of the evenings, when we were relatively free and could spend some time around Nagin & Dal Lake. Although one of the mornings we also went for Shikara Ride through Old Kashmir and markets around lake. We shall also be sharing same photographs in colors soon, as sunset colors were really magical...Dal lake is quite popular as a visitor attraction and a summer resort for tourists from various parts of India and other countries. Fisheries and the harvesting of food and fodder plants are also important on Dal Lake. Weeds from the lake are extracted and converted into compost for the gardens. It also serves as a flood lung of the Jhelum River. Swimming, boating, snow skiing and canoeing are amongst some of the water sports activities practiced on the lake.Various Houseboats can be seen around different Lakes in Shrinagar. Houseboats and the Dal Lake are widely associated with Srinigar and are nicknamed 'floating palaces', built according to British customs. The houseboats are generally made from local cedar-wood and are graded in a similar fashion to hotels according to level of comfort. Many of them have lavishly furnished rooms, with verandas and a terrace to serve as a sun-deck or to serve evening cocktails. They are mainly moored along the western periphery of the lake, close to the lakeside boulevard in the vicinity of the Dal gate and on small islands in the lake. They are anchored individually, with interconnecting bridges providing access from one boat to the other. The kitchen-boat is annexed to the main houseboat, which also serves as residence of the boat-keeper and his family(Courtesy - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dal_Lake)Dal Lake is in the heart of Srinagar city and is well connected by road & air links. The nearest airport, which connects with other major cities in the country, is about 7 kilometres away at Badgam. The nearest railway station is 300 kilometres away at Jammu. The National Highway NH1A connects the Kashmir valley with rest of the countrDal lake covers an area of around 18 square kilometres and is part of a natural wetland which covers around 21 square kms, including its floating gardens. The floating gardens, known as 'Rad' in Kashmiri, blossom with lotus flowers during July and AugustThe wetland is divided by causeways into four basins - Gagribal, Lokut Dal, Bod Dal and Nagin. Nagin is also considered as separate lake and we stayed Centaur Hotel which is near to Nagin Lake only. Lokut-dal and Bod-dal each have an island in the centre, known as Rup Lank and Sona Lank respectively.Shoreline of the Dal Lake is about 15.5 kilometres and encompassed by a boulevard lined with Mughal era gardens, parks, houseboats and hotels. Scenic views of Dal lake can be witnessed from Mughal gardens, such as Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh built during the reign of Mughal Emperor Jahangir and from houseboats cruising along the lake in the colourful shikaras.Dal lake has numerous sites and places of interest, many of which are important to the cultural heritage of Srinigar. Aside from the Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh, some of the other places frequented by tourists are the Shankaracharya temple, the Hari Parbat, the Nagin Lake, the Chashme Shahi, the Hazratbal Shrine, the famous Kashmir houseboats and the Shikara (boat) called the Gandola of Kashmir.Shikaras provide a water taxi service available to see the sights in the Dal Lake and to approach the houseboats moored on the lake periphery.Dal Lake has become an icon of the Kashmir tourism industry and almost every tourist dream of having a Shikara ride in this lake and stay at least for one night in House-Boats. A Himalayan urban lake which has five basins and a number of channels that are well linked with each other. There are plenty of fishes in Dal Lake and fishery is the second largest industry of the region centered on the lake.The sparkling quiet waters of Dal surrounded by snow-capped mountains on its three sides, undoubtedly mark it as one of the most beautiful lakes of India. It is also the second largest lake in the State of Jammu and Kashmir with numerous gardens and orchards all along its shores. Houseboats form an indelible part of the scenery of the Dal Lake that are always ready to take tourists to a romantic and peaceful ride of the lake and soothe their nerves as the houseboat floats over the slightly rippling waters. They also offer some of the most exotic views of the splendid scenery of the Dal Lake.

Various Houseboats can be seen around different Lakes in Shrinagar. Houseboats and the Dal Lake are widely associated with Srinigar and are nicknamed 'floating palaces', built according to British customs. The houseboats are generally made from local cedar-wood and are graded in a similar fashion to hotels according to level of comfort. Many of them have lavishly furnished rooms, with verandas and a terrace to serve as a sun-deck or to serve evening cocktails. They are mainly moored along the western periphery of the lake, close to the lakeside boulevard in the vicinity of the Dal gate and on small islands in the lake. They are anchored individually, with interconnecting bridges providing access from one boat to the other. The kitchen-boat is annexed to the main houseboat, which also serves as residence of the boat-keeper and his family.

Dal Lake is beautiful lake in Srinagar city of Jammu & Kashmir State. Shrinagar is also know as summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir State of India. The urban lake, which is the second largest in the state, is integral to tourism and recreation in Kashmir and is nicknamed the 'Jewel in the crown of Kashmir' or 'Srinagar's Jewel'. The lake is also an important source for commercial operations in fishing and water plant harvesting. Let's check out this Photo Journey to know more about Dal Lake in this beautiful city of Kashmir !Last month I was in Shrinagar for 3rd Mughal Rally by Himalayan Motorsports and all these photographs are shot during one of the evenings, when we were relatively free and could spend some time around Nagin & Dal Lake. Although one of the mornings we also went for Shikara Ride through Old Kashmir and markets around lake. We shall also be sharing same photographs in colors soon, as sunset colors were really magical...Dal lake is quite popular as a visitor attraction and a summer resort for tourists from various parts of India and other countries. Fisheries and the harvesting of food and fodder plants are also important on Dal Lake. Weeds from the lake are extracted and converted into compost for the gardens. It also serves as a flood lung of the Jhelum River. Swimming, boating, snow skiing and canoeing are amongst some of the water sports activities practiced on the lake.Various Houseboats can be seen around different Lakes in Shrinagar. Houseboats and the Dal Lake are widely associated with Srinigar and are nicknamed 'floating palaces', built according to British customs. The houseboats are generally made from local cedar-wood and are graded in a similar fashion to hotels according to level of comfort. Many of them have lavishly furnished rooms, with verandas and a terrace to serve as a sun-deck or to serve evening cocktails. They are mainly moored along the western periphery of the lake, close to the lakeside boulevard in the vicinity of the Dal gate and on small islands in the lake. They are anchored individually, with interconnecting bridges providing access from one boat to the other. The kitchen-boat is annexed to the main houseboat, which also serves as residence of the boat-keeper and his family(Courtesy - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dal_Lake)Dal Lake is in the heart of Srinagar city and is well connected by road & air links. The nearest airport, which connects with other major cities in the country, is about 7 kilometres away at Badgam. The nearest railway station is 300 kilometres away at Jammu. The National Highway NH1A connects the Kashmir valley with rest of the countrDal lake covers an area of around 18 square kilometres and is part of a natural wetland which covers around 21 square kms, including its floating gardens. The floating gardens, known as 'Rad' in Kashmiri, blossom with lotus flowers during July and AugustThe wetland is divided by causeways into four basins - Gagribal, Lokut Dal, Bod Dal and Nagin. Nagin is also considered as separate lake and we stayed Centaur Hotel which is near to Nagin Lake only. Lokut-dal and Bod-dal each have an island in the centre, known as Rup Lank and Sona Lank respectively.Shoreline of the Dal Lake is about 15.5 kilometres and encompassed by a boulevard lined with Mughal era gardens, parks, houseboats and hotels. Scenic views of Dal lake can be witnessed from Mughal gardens, such as Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh built during the reign of Mughal Emperor Jahangir and from houseboats cruising along the lake in the colourful shikaras.Dal lake has numerous sites and places of interest, many of which are important to the cultural heritage of Srinigar. Aside from the Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh, some of the other places frequented by tourists are the Shankaracharya temple, the Hari Parbat, the Nagin Lake, the Chashme Shahi, the Hazratbal Shrine, the famous Kashmir houseboats and the Shikara (boat) called the Gandola of Kashmir.Shikaras provide a water taxi service available to see the sights in the Dal Lake and to approach the houseboats moored on the lake periphery.Dal Lake has become an icon of the Kashmir tourism industry and almost every tourist dream of having a Shikara ride in this lake and stay at least for one night in House-Boats. A Himalayan urban lake which has five basins and a number of channels that are well linked with each other. There are plenty of fishes in Dal Lake and fishery is the second largest industry of the region centered on the lake.The sparkling quiet waters of Dal surrounded by snow-capped mountains on its three sides, undoubtedly mark it as one of the most beautiful lakes of India. It is also the second largest lake in the State of Jammu and Kashmir with numerous gardens and orchards all along its shores. Houseboats form an indelible part of the scenery of the Dal Lake that are always ready to take tourists to a romantic and peaceful ride of the lake and soothe their nerves as the houseboat floats over the slightly rippling waters. They also offer some of the most exotic views of the splendid scenery of the Dal Lake.

Dal Lake is in the heart of Srinagar city and is well connected by road & air links. The nearest airport, which connects with other major cities in the country, is about 7 kilometres away at Badgam. The nearest railway station is 300 kilometres away at Jammu. The National Highway NH1A connects the Kashmir valley with rest of the country.

Dal Lake is beautiful lake in Srinagar city of Jammu & Kashmir State. Shrinagar is also know as summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir State of India. The urban lake, which is the second largest in the state, is integral to tourism and recreation in Kashmir and is nicknamed the 'Jewel in the crown of Kashmir' or 'Srinagar's Jewel'. The lake is also an important source for commercial operations in fishing and water plant harvesting. Let's check out this Photo Journey to know more about Dal Lake in this beautiful city of Kashmir !Last month I was in Shrinagar for 3rd Mughal Rally by Himalayan Motorsports and all these photographs are shot during one of the evenings, when we were relatively free and could spend some time around Nagin & Dal Lake. Although one of the mornings we also went for Shikara Ride through Old Kashmir and markets around lake. We shall also be sharing same photographs in colors soon, as sunset colors were really magical...Dal lake is quite popular as a visitor attraction and a summer resort for tourists from various parts of India and other countries. Fisheries and the harvesting of food and fodder plants are also important on Dal Lake. Weeds from the lake are extracted and converted into compost for the gardens. It also serves as a flood lung of the Jhelum River. Swimming, boating, snow skiing and canoeing are amongst some of the water sports activities practiced on the lake.Various Houseboats can be seen around different Lakes in Shrinagar. Houseboats and the Dal Lake are widely associated with Srinigar and are nicknamed 'floating palaces', built according to British customs. The houseboats are generally made from local cedar-wood and are graded in a similar fashion to hotels according to level of comfort. Many of them have lavishly furnished rooms, with verandas and a terrace to serve as a sun-deck or to serve evening cocktails. They are mainly moored along the western periphery of the lake, close to the lakeside boulevard in the vicinity of the Dal gate and on small islands in the lake. They are anchored individually, with interconnecting bridges providing access from one boat to the other. The kitchen-boat is annexed to the main houseboat, which also serves as residence of the boat-keeper and his family(Courtesy - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dal_Lake)Dal Lake is in the heart of Srinagar city and is well connected by road & air links. The nearest airport, which connects with other major cities in the country, is about 7 kilometres away at Badgam. The nearest railway station is 300 kilometres away at Jammu. The National Highway NH1A connects the Kashmir valley with rest of the countrDal lake covers an area of around 18 square kilometres and is part of a natural wetland which covers around 21 square kms, including its floating gardens. The floating gardens, known as 'Rad' in Kashmiri, blossom with lotus flowers during July and AugustThe wetland is divided by causeways into four basins - Gagribal, Lokut Dal, Bod Dal and Nagin. Nagin is also considered as separate lake and we stayed Centaur Hotel which is near to Nagin Lake only. Lokut-dal and Bod-dal each have an island in the centre, known as Rup Lank and Sona Lank respectively.Shoreline of the Dal Lake is about 15.5 kilometres and encompassed by a boulevard lined with Mughal era gardens, parks, houseboats and hotels. Scenic views of Dal lake can be witnessed from Mughal gardens, such as Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh built during the reign of Mughal Emperor Jahangir and from houseboats cruising along the lake in the colourful shikaras.Dal lake has numerous sites and places of interest, many of which are important to the cultural heritage of Srinigar. Aside from the Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh, some of the other places frequented by tourists are the Shankaracharya temple, the Hari Parbat, the Nagin Lake, the Chashme Shahi, the Hazratbal Shrine, the famous Kashmir houseboats and the Shikara (boat) called the Gandola of Kashmir.Shikaras provide a water taxi service available to see the sights in the Dal Lake and to approach the houseboats moored on the lake periphery.Dal Lake has become an icon of the Kashmir tourism industry and almost every tourist dream of having a Shikara ride in this lake and stay at least for one night in House-Boats. A Himalayan urban lake which has five basins and a number of channels that are well linked with each other. There are plenty of fishes in Dal Lake and fishery is the second largest industry of the region centered on the lake.The sparkling quiet waters of Dal surrounded by snow-capped mountains on its three sides, undoubtedly mark it as one of the most beautiful lakes of India. It is also the second largest lake in the State of Jammu and Kashmir with numerous gardens and orchards all along its shores. Houseboats form an indelible part of the scenery of the Dal Lake that are always ready to take tourists to a romantic and peaceful ride of the lake and soothe their nerves as the houseboat floats over the slightly rippling waters. They also offer some of the most exotic views of the splendid scenery of the Dal Lake.

Dal lake covers an area of around 18 square kilometres and is part of a natural wetland which covers around 21 square kms, including its floating gardens. The floating gardens, known as 'Rad' in Kashmiri, blossom with lotus flowers during July and August.

Dal Lake is beautiful lake in Srinagar city of Jammu & Kashmir State. Shrinagar is also know as summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir State of India. The urban lake, which is the second largest in the state, is integral to tourism and recreation in Kashmir and is nicknamed the 'Jewel in the crown of Kashmir' or 'Srinagar's Jewel'. The lake is also an important source for commercial operations in fishing and water plant harvesting. Let's check out this Photo Journey to know more about Dal Lake in this beautiful city of Kashmir !Last month I was in Shrinagar for 3rd Mughal Rally by Himalayan Motorsports and all these photographs are shot during one of the evenings, when we were relatively free and could spend some time around Nagin & Dal Lake. Although one of the mornings we also went for Shikara Ride through Old Kashmir and markets around lake. We shall also be sharing same photographs in colors soon, as sunset colors were really magical...Dal lake is quite popular as a visitor attraction and a summer resort for tourists from various parts of India and other countries. Fisheries and the harvesting of food and fodder plants are also important on Dal Lake. Weeds from the lake are extracted and converted into compost for the gardens. It also serves as a flood lung of the Jhelum River. Swimming, boating, snow skiing and canoeing are amongst some of the water sports activities practiced on the lake.Various Houseboats can be seen around different Lakes in Shrinagar. Houseboats and the Dal Lake are widely associated with Srinigar and are nicknamed 'floating palaces', built according to British customs. The houseboats are generally made from local cedar-wood and are graded in a similar fashion to hotels according to level of comfort. Many of them have lavishly furnished rooms, with verandas and a terrace to serve as a sun-deck or to serve evening cocktails. They are mainly moored along the western periphery of the lake, close to the lakeside boulevard in the vicinity of the Dal gate and on small islands in the lake. They are anchored individually, with interconnecting bridges providing access from one boat to the other. The kitchen-boat is annexed to the main houseboat, which also serves as residence of the boat-keeper and his family(Courtesy - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dal_Lake)Dal Lake is in the heart of Srinagar city and is well connected by road & air links. The nearest airport, which connects with other major cities in the country, is about 7 kilometres away at Badgam. The nearest railway station is 300 kilometres away at Jammu. The National Highway NH1A connects the Kashmir valley with rest of the countrDal lake covers an area of around 18 square kilometres and is part of a natural wetland which covers around 21 square kms, including its floating gardens. The floating gardens, known as 'Rad' in Kashmiri, blossom with lotus flowers during July and AugustThe wetland is divided by causeways into four basins - Gagribal, Lokut Dal, Bod Dal and Nagin. Nagin is also considered as separate lake and we stayed Centaur Hotel which is near to Nagin Lake only. Lokut-dal and Bod-dal each have an island in the centre, known as Rup Lank and Sona Lank respectively.Shoreline of the Dal Lake is about 15.5 kilometres and encompassed by a boulevard lined with Mughal era gardens, parks, houseboats and hotels. Scenic views of Dal lake can be witnessed from Mughal gardens, such as Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh built during the reign of Mughal Emperor Jahangir and from houseboats cruising along the lake in the colourful shikaras.Dal lake has numerous sites and places of interest, many of which are important to the cultural heritage of Srinigar. Aside from the Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh, some of the other places frequented by tourists are the Shankaracharya temple, the Hari Parbat, the Nagin Lake, the Chashme Shahi, the Hazratbal Shrine, the famous Kashmir houseboats and the Shikara (boat) called the Gandola of Kashmir.Shikaras provide a water taxi service available to see the sights in the Dal Lake and to approach the houseboats moored on the lake periphery.Dal Lake has become an icon of the Kashmir tourism industry and almost every tourist dream of having a Shikara ride in this lake and stay at least for one night in House-Boats. A Himalayan urban lake which has five basins and a number of channels that are well linked with each other. There are plenty of fishes in Dal Lake and fishery is the second largest industry of the region centered on the lake.The sparkling quiet waters of Dal surrounded by snow-capped mountains on its three sides, undoubtedly mark it as one of the most beautiful lakes of India. It is also the second largest lake in the State of Jammu and Kashmir with numerous gardens and orchards all along its shores. Houseboats form an indelible part of the scenery of the Dal Lake that are always ready to take tourists to a romantic and peaceful ride of the lake and soothe their nerves as the houseboat floats over the slightly rippling waters. They also offer some of the most exotic views of the splendid scenery of the Dal Lake.

The wetland is divided by causeways into four basins - Gagribal, Lokut Dal, Bod Dal and Nagin. Nagin is also considered as separate lake and we stayed Centaur Hotel which is near to Nagin Lake only. Lokut-dal and Bod-dal each have an island in the centre, known as Rup Lank  and Sona Lank respectively...

Dal Lake is beautiful lake in Srinagar city of Jammu & Kashmir State. Shrinagar is also know as summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir State of India. The urban lake, which is the second largest in the state, is integral to tourism and recreation in Kashmir and is nicknamed the 'Jewel in the crown of Kashmir' or 'Srinagar's Jewel'. The lake is also an important source for commercial operations in fishing and water plant harvesting. Let's check out this Photo Journey to know more about Dal Lake in this beautiful city of Kashmir !Last month I was in Shrinagar for 3rd Mughal Rally by Himalayan Motorsports and all these photographs are shot during one of the evenings, when we were relatively free and could spend some time around Nagin & Dal Lake. Although one of the mornings we also went for Shikara Ride through Old Kashmir and markets around lake. We shall also be sharing same photographs in colors soon, as sunset colors were really magical...Dal lake is quite popular as a visitor attraction and a summer resort for tourists from various parts of India and other countries. Fisheries and the harvesting of food and fodder plants are also important on Dal Lake. Weeds from the lake are extracted and converted into compost for the gardens. It also serves as a flood lung of the Jhelum River. Swimming, boating, snow skiing and canoeing are amongst some of the water sports activities practiced on the lake.Various Houseboats can be seen around different Lakes in Shrinagar. Houseboats and the Dal Lake are widely associated with Srinigar and are nicknamed 'floating palaces', built according to British customs. The houseboats are generally made from local cedar-wood and are graded in a similar fashion to hotels according to level of comfort. Many of them have lavishly furnished rooms, with verandas and a terrace to serve as a sun-deck or to serve evening cocktails. They are mainly moored along the western periphery of the lake, close to the lakeside boulevard in the vicinity of the Dal gate and on small islands in the lake. They are anchored individually, with interconnecting bridges providing access from one boat to the other. The kitchen-boat is annexed to the main houseboat, which also serves as residence of the boat-keeper and his family(Courtesy - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dal_Lake)Dal Lake is in the heart of Srinagar city and is well connected by road & air links. The nearest airport, which connects with other major cities in the country, is about 7 kilometres away at Badgam. The nearest railway station is 300 kilometres away at Jammu. The National Highway NH1A connects the Kashmir valley with rest of the countrDal lake covers an area of around 18 square kilometres and is part of a natural wetland which covers around 21 square kms, including its floating gardens. The floating gardens, known as 'Rad' in Kashmiri, blossom with lotus flowers during July and AugustThe wetland is divided by causeways into four basins - Gagribal, Lokut Dal, Bod Dal and Nagin. Nagin is also considered as separate lake and we stayed Centaur Hotel which is near to Nagin Lake only. Lokut-dal and Bod-dal each have an island in the centre, known as Rup Lank and Sona Lank respectively.Shoreline of the Dal Lake is about 15.5 kilometres and encompassed by a boulevard lined with Mughal era gardens, parks, houseboats and hotels. Scenic views of Dal lake can be witnessed from Mughal gardens, such as Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh built during the reign of Mughal Emperor Jahangir and from houseboats cruising along the lake in the colourful shikaras.Dal lake has numerous sites and places of interest, many of which are important to the cultural heritage of Srinigar. Aside from the Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh, some of the other places frequented by tourists are the Shankaracharya temple, the Hari Parbat, the Nagin Lake, the Chashme Shahi, the Hazratbal Shrine, the famous Kashmir houseboats and the Shikara (boat) called the Gandola of Kashmir.Shikaras provide a water taxi service available to see the sights in the Dal Lake and to approach the houseboats moored on the lake periphery.Dal Lake has become an icon of the Kashmir tourism industry and almost every tourist dream of having a Shikara ride in this lake and stay at least for one night in House-Boats. A Himalayan urban lake which has five basins and a number of channels that are well linked with each other. There are plenty of fishes in Dal Lake and fishery is the second largest industry of the region centered on the lake.The sparkling quiet waters of Dal surrounded by snow-capped mountains on its three sides, undoubtedly mark it as one of the most beautiful lakes of India. It is also the second largest lake in the State of Jammu and Kashmir with numerous gardens and orchards all along its shores. Houseboats form an indelible part of the scenery of the Dal Lake that are always ready to take tourists to a romantic and peaceful ride of the lake and soothe their nerves as the houseboat floats over the slightly rippling waters. They also offer some of the most exotic views of the splendid scenery of the Dal Lake.

Shoreline of the Dal Lake is about 15.5 kilometres and encompassed by a boulevard lined with Mughal era gardens, parks, houseboats and hotels. Scenic views of Dal lake can be witnessed from Mughal gardens, such as Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh built during the reign of Mughal Emperor Jahangir and from houseboats cruising along the lake in the colourful shikaras. 

Dal Lake is beautiful lake in Srinagar city of Jammu & Kashmir State. Shrinagar is also know as summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir State of India. The urban lake, which is the second largest in the state, is integral to tourism and recreation in Kashmir and is nicknamed the 'Jewel in the crown of Kashmir' or 'Srinagar's Jewel'. The lake is also an important source for commercial operations in fishing and water plant harvesting. Let's check out this Photo Journey to know more about Dal Lake in this beautiful city of Kashmir !Last month I was in Shrinagar for 3rd Mughal Rally by Himalayan Motorsports and all these photographs are shot during one of the evenings, when we were relatively free and could spend some time around Nagin & Dal Lake. Although one of the mornings we also went for Shikara Ride through Old Kashmir and markets around lake. We shall also be sharing same photographs in colors soon, as sunset colors were really magical...Dal lake is quite popular as a visitor attraction and a summer resort for tourists from various parts of India and other countries. Fisheries and the harvesting of food and fodder plants are also important on Dal Lake. Weeds from the lake are extracted and converted into compost for the gardens. It also serves as a flood lung of the Jhelum River. Swimming, boating, snow skiing and canoeing are amongst some of the water sports activities practiced on the lake.Various Houseboats can be seen around different Lakes in Shrinagar. Houseboats and the Dal Lake are widely associated with Srinigar and are nicknamed 'floating palaces', built according to British customs. The houseboats are generally made from local cedar-wood and are graded in a similar fashion to hotels according to level of comfort. Many of them have lavishly furnished rooms, with verandas and a terrace to serve as a sun-deck or to serve evening cocktails. They are mainly moored along the western periphery of the lake, close to the lakeside boulevard in the vicinity of the Dal gate and on small islands in the lake. They are anchored individually, with interconnecting bridges providing access from one boat to the other. The kitchen-boat is annexed to the main houseboat, which also serves as residence of the boat-keeper and his family(Courtesy - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dal_Lake)Dal Lake is in the heart of Srinagar city and is well connected by road & air links. The nearest airport, which connects with other major cities in the country, is about 7 kilometres away at Badgam. The nearest railway station is 300 kilometres away at Jammu. The National Highway NH1A connects the Kashmir valley with rest of the countrDal lake covers an area of around 18 square kilometres and is part of a natural wetland which covers around 21 square kms, including its floating gardens. The floating gardens, known as 'Rad' in Kashmiri, blossom with lotus flowers during July and AugustThe wetland is divided by causeways into four basins - Gagribal, Lokut Dal, Bod Dal and Nagin. Nagin is also considered as separate lake and we stayed Centaur Hotel which is near to Nagin Lake only. Lokut-dal and Bod-dal each have an island in the centre, known as Rup Lank and Sona Lank respectively.Shoreline of the Dal Lake is about 15.5 kilometres and encompassed by a boulevard lined with Mughal era gardens, parks, houseboats and hotels. Scenic views of Dal lake can be witnessed from Mughal gardens, such as Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh built during the reign of Mughal Emperor Jahangir and from houseboats cruising along the lake in the colourful shikaras.Dal lake has numerous sites and places of interest, many of which are important to the cultural heritage of Srinigar. Aside from the Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh, some of the other places frequented by tourists are the Shankaracharya temple, the Hari Parbat, the Nagin Lake, the Chashme Shahi, the Hazratbal Shrine, the famous Kashmir houseboats and the Shikara (boat) called the Gandola of Kashmir.Shikaras provide a water taxi service available to see the sights in the Dal Lake and to approach the houseboats moored on the lake periphery.Dal Lake has become an icon of the Kashmir tourism industry and almost every tourist dream of having a Shikara ride in this lake and stay at least for one night in House-Boats. A Himalayan urban lake which has five basins and a number of channels that are well linked with each other. There are plenty of fishes in Dal Lake and fishery is the second largest industry of the region centered on the lake.The sparkling quiet waters of Dal surrounded by snow-capped mountains on its three sides, undoubtedly mark it as one of the most beautiful lakes of India. It is also the second largest lake in the State of Jammu and Kashmir with numerous gardens and orchards all along its shores. Houseboats form an indelible part of the scenery of the Dal Lake that are always ready to take tourists to a romantic and peaceful ride of the lake and soothe their nerves as the houseboat floats over the slightly rippling waters. They also offer some of the most exotic views of the splendid scenery of the Dal Lake.

Dal lake has numerous sites and places of interest, many of which are important to the cultural heritage of Srinigar. Aside from the Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh, some of the other places frequented by tourists are the Shankaracharya temple, the Hari Parbat, the Nagin Lake, the Chashme Shahi, the Hazratbal Shrine, the famous Kashmir houseboats and the Shikara (boat) called the Gandola of Kashmir.

Dal Lake is beautiful lake in Srinagar city of Jammu & Kashmir State. Shrinagar is also know as summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir State of India. The urban lake, which is the second largest in the state, is integral to tourism and recreation in Kashmir and is nicknamed the 'Jewel in the crown of Kashmir' or 'Srinagar's Jewel'. The lake is also an important source for commercial operations in fishing and water plant harvesting. Let's check out this Photo Journey to know more about Dal Lake in this beautiful city of Kashmir !Last month I was in Shrinagar for 3rd Mughal Rally by Himalayan Motorsports and all these photographs are shot during one of the evenings, when we were relatively free and could spend some time around Nagin & Dal Lake. Although one of the mornings we also went for Shikara Ride through Old Kashmir and markets around lake. We shall also be sharing same photographs in colors soon, as sunset colors were really magical...Dal lake is quite popular as a visitor attraction and a summer resort for tourists from various parts of India and other countries. Fisheries and the harvesting of food and fodder plants are also important on Dal Lake. Weeds from the lake are extracted and converted into compost for the gardens. It also serves as a flood lung of the Jhelum River. Swimming, boating, snow skiing and canoeing are amongst some of the water sports activities practiced on the lake.Various Houseboats can be seen around different Lakes in Shrinagar. Houseboats and the Dal Lake are widely associated with Srinigar and are nicknamed 'floating palaces', built according to British customs. The houseboats are generally made from local cedar-wood and are graded in a similar fashion to hotels according to level of comfort. Many of them have lavishly furnished rooms, with verandas and a terrace to serve as a sun-deck or to serve evening cocktails. They are mainly moored along the western periphery of the lake, close to the lakeside boulevard in the vicinity of the Dal gate and on small islands in the lake. They are anchored individually, with interconnecting bridges providing access from one boat to the other. The kitchen-boat is annexed to the main houseboat, which also serves as residence of the boat-keeper and his family(Courtesy - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dal_Lake)Dal Lake is in the heart of Srinagar city and is well connected by road & air links. The nearest airport, which connects with other major cities in the country, is about 7 kilometres away at Badgam. The nearest railway station is 300 kilometres away at Jammu. The National Highway NH1A connects the Kashmir valley with rest of the countrDal lake covers an area of around 18 square kilometres and is part of a natural wetland which covers around 21 square kms, including its floating gardens. The floating gardens, known as 'Rad' in Kashmiri, blossom with lotus flowers during July and AugustThe wetland is divided by causeways into four basins - Gagribal, Lokut Dal, Bod Dal and Nagin. Nagin is also considered as separate lake and we stayed Centaur Hotel which is near to Nagin Lake only. Lokut-dal and Bod-dal each have an island in the centre, known as Rup Lank and Sona Lank respectively.Shoreline of the Dal Lake is about 15.5 kilometres and encompassed by a boulevard lined with Mughal era gardens, parks, houseboats and hotels. Scenic views of Dal lake can be witnessed from Mughal gardens, such as Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh built during the reign of Mughal Emperor Jahangir and from houseboats cruising along the lake in the colourful shikaras.Dal lake has numerous sites and places of interest, many of which are important to the cultural heritage of Srinigar. Aside from the Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh, some of the other places frequented by tourists are the Shankaracharya temple, the Hari Parbat, the Nagin Lake, the Chashme Shahi, the Hazratbal Shrine, the famous Kashmir houseboats and the Shikara (boat) called the Gandola of Kashmir.Shikaras provide a water taxi service available to see the sights in the Dal Lake and to approach the houseboats moored on the lake periphery.Dal Lake has become an icon of the Kashmir tourism industry and almost every tourist dream of having a Shikara ride in this lake and stay at least for one night in House-Boats. A Himalayan urban lake which has five basins and a number of channels that are well linked with each other. There are plenty of fishes in Dal Lake and fishery is the second largest industry of the region centered on the lake.The sparkling quiet waters of Dal surrounded by snow-capped mountains on its three sides, undoubtedly mark it as one of the most beautiful lakes of India. It is also the second largest lake in the State of Jammu and Kashmir with numerous gardens and orchards all along its shores. Houseboats form an indelible part of the scenery of the Dal Lake that are always ready to take tourists to a romantic and peaceful ride of the lake and soothe their nerves as the houseboat floats over the slightly rippling waters. They also offer some of the most exotic views of the splendid scenery of the Dal Lake.

Shikaras provide a water taxi service available to see the sights in the Dal Lake and to approach the houseboats moored on the lake periphery.

Dal Lake is beautiful lake in Srinagar city of Jammu & Kashmir State. Shrinagar is also know as summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir State of India. The urban lake, which is the second largest in the state, is integral to tourism and recreation in Kashmir and is nicknamed the 'Jewel in the crown of Kashmir' or 'Srinagar's Jewel'. The lake is also an important source for commercial operations in fishing and water plant harvesting. Let's check out this Photo Journey to know more about Dal Lake in this beautiful city of Kashmir !Last month I was in Shrinagar for 3rd Mughal Rally by Himalayan Motorsports and all these photographs are shot during one of the evenings, when we were relatively free and could spend some time around Nagin & Dal Lake. Although one of the mornings we also went for Shikara Ride through Old Kashmir and markets around lake. We shall also be sharing same photographs in colors soon, as sunset colors were really magical...Dal lake is quite popular as a visitor attraction and a summer resort for tourists from various parts of India and other countries. Fisheries and the harvesting of food and fodder plants are also important on Dal Lake. Weeds from the lake are extracted and converted into compost for the gardens. It also serves as a flood lung of the Jhelum River. Swimming, boating, snow skiing and canoeing are amongst some of the water sports activities practiced on the lake.Various Houseboats can be seen around different Lakes in Shrinagar. Houseboats and the Dal Lake are widely associated with Srinigar and are nicknamed 'floating palaces', built according to British customs. The houseboats are generally made from local cedar-wood and are graded in a similar fashion to hotels according to level of comfort. Many of them have lavishly furnished rooms, with verandas and a terrace to serve as a sun-deck or to serve evening cocktails. They are mainly moored along the western periphery of the lake, close to the lakeside boulevard in the vicinity of the Dal gate and on small islands in the lake. They are anchored individually, with interconnecting bridges providing access from one boat to the other. The kitchen-boat is annexed to the main houseboat, which also serves as residence of the boat-keeper and his family(Courtesy - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dal_Lake)Dal Lake is in the heart of Srinagar city and is well connected by road & air links. The nearest airport, which connects with other major cities in the country, is about 7 kilometres away at Badgam. The nearest railway station is 300 kilometres away at Jammu. The National Highway NH1A connects the Kashmir valley with rest of the countrDal lake covers an area of around 18 square kilometres and is part of a natural wetland which covers around 21 square kms, including its floating gardens. The floating gardens, known as 'Rad' in Kashmiri, blossom with lotus flowers during July and AugustThe wetland is divided by causeways into four basins - Gagribal, Lokut Dal, Bod Dal and Nagin. Nagin is also considered as separate lake and we stayed Centaur Hotel which is near to Nagin Lake only. Lokut-dal and Bod-dal each have an island in the centre, known as Rup Lank and Sona Lank respectively.Shoreline of the Dal Lake is about 15.5 kilometres and encompassed by a boulevard lined with Mughal era gardens, parks, houseboats and hotels. Scenic views of Dal lake can be witnessed from Mughal gardens, such as Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh built during the reign of Mughal Emperor Jahangir and from houseboats cruising along the lake in the colourful shikaras.Dal lake has numerous sites and places of interest, many of which are important to the cultural heritage of Srinigar. Aside from the Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh, some of the other places frequented by tourists are the Shankaracharya temple, the Hari Parbat, the Nagin Lake, the Chashme Shahi, the Hazratbal Shrine, the famous Kashmir houseboats and the Shikara (boat) called the Gandola of Kashmir.Shikaras provide a water taxi service available to see the sights in the Dal Lake and to approach the houseboats moored on the lake periphery.Dal Lake has become an icon of the Kashmir tourism industry and almost every tourist dream of having a Shikara ride in this lake and stay at least for one night in House-Boats. A Himalayan urban lake which has five basins and a number of channels that are well linked with each other. There are plenty of fishes in Dal Lake and fishery is the second largest industry of the region centered on the lake.The sparkling quiet waters of Dal surrounded by snow-capped mountains on its three sides, undoubtedly mark it as one of the most beautiful lakes of India. It is also the second largest lake in the State of Jammu and Kashmir with numerous gardens and orchards all along its shores. Houseboats form an indelible part of the scenery of the Dal Lake that are always ready to take tourists to a romantic and peaceful ride of the lake and soothe their nerves as the houseboat floats over the slightly rippling waters. They also offer some of the most exotic views of the splendid scenery of the Dal Lake.

Dal Lake has become an icon of the Kashmir tourism industry and almost every tourist dream of having a Shikara ride in this lake and stay at least for one night in House-Boats. A Himalayan urban lake which has five basins and a number of channels that are well linked with each other. There are plenty of fishes in Dal Lake and fishery is the second largest industry of the region centered on the lake.

Dal Lake is beautiful lake in Srinagar city of Jammu & Kashmir State. Shrinagar is also know as summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir State of India. The urban lake, which is the second largest in the state, is integral to tourism and recreation in Kashmir and is nicknamed the 'Jewel in the crown of Kashmir' or 'Srinagar's Jewel'. The lake is also an important source for commercial operations in fishing and water plant harvesting. Let's check out this Photo Journey to know more about Dal Lake in this beautiful city of Kashmir !Last month I was in Shrinagar for 3rd Mughal Rally by Himalayan Motorsports and all these photographs are shot during one of the evenings, when we were relatively free and could spend some time around Nagin & Dal Lake. Although one of the mornings we also went for Shikara Ride through Old Kashmir and markets around lake. We shall also be sharing same photographs in colors soon, as sunset colors were really magical...Dal lake is quite popular as a visitor attraction and a summer resort for tourists from various parts of India and other countries. Fisheries and the harvesting of food and fodder plants are also important on Dal Lake. Weeds from the lake are extracted and converted into compost for the gardens. It also serves as a flood lung of the Jhelum River. Swimming, boating, snow skiing and canoeing are amongst some of the water sports activities practiced on the lake.Various Houseboats can be seen around different Lakes in Shrinagar. Houseboats and the Dal Lake are widely associated with Srinigar and are nicknamed 'floating palaces', built according to British customs. The houseboats are generally made from local cedar-wood and are graded in a similar fashion to hotels according to level of comfort. Many of them have lavishly furnished rooms, with verandas and a terrace to serve as a sun-deck or to serve evening cocktails. They are mainly moored along the western periphery of the lake, close to the lakeside boulevard in the vicinity of the Dal gate and on small islands in the lake. They are anchored individually, with interconnecting bridges providing access from one boat to the other. The kitchen-boat is annexed to the main houseboat, which also serves as residence of the boat-keeper and his family(Courtesy - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dal_Lake)Dal Lake is in the heart of Srinagar city and is well connected by road & air links. The nearest airport, which connects with other major cities in the country, is about 7 kilometres away at Badgam. The nearest railway station is 300 kilometres away at Jammu. The National Highway NH1A connects the Kashmir valley with rest of the countrDal lake covers an area of around 18 square kilometres and is part of a natural wetland which covers around 21 square kms, including its floating gardens. The floating gardens, known as 'Rad' in Kashmiri, blossom with lotus flowers during July and AugustThe wetland is divided by causeways into four basins - Gagribal, Lokut Dal, Bod Dal and Nagin. Nagin is also considered as separate lake and we stayed Centaur Hotel which is near to Nagin Lake only. Lokut-dal and Bod-dal each have an island in the centre, known as Rup Lank and Sona Lank respectively.Shoreline of the Dal Lake is about 15.5 kilometres and encompassed by a boulevard lined with Mughal era gardens, parks, houseboats and hotels. Scenic views of Dal lake can be witnessed from Mughal gardens, such as Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh built during the reign of Mughal Emperor Jahangir and from houseboats cruising along the lake in the colourful shikaras.Dal lake has numerous sites and places of interest, many of which are important to the cultural heritage of Srinigar. Aside from the Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh, some of the other places frequented by tourists are the Shankaracharya temple, the Hari Parbat, the Nagin Lake, the Chashme Shahi, the Hazratbal Shrine, the famous Kashmir houseboats and the Shikara (boat) called the Gandola of Kashmir.Shikaras provide a water taxi service available to see the sights in the Dal Lake and to approach the houseboats moored on the lake periphery.Dal Lake has become an icon of the Kashmir tourism industry and almost every tourist dream of having a Shikara ride in this lake and stay at least for one night in House-Boats. A Himalayan urban lake which has five basins and a number of channels that are well linked with each other. There are plenty of fishes in Dal Lake and fishery is the second largest industry of the region centered on the lake.The sparkling quiet waters of Dal surrounded by snow-capped mountains on its three sides, undoubtedly mark it as one of the most beautiful lakes of India. It is also the second largest lake in the State of Jammu and Kashmir with numerous gardens and orchards all along its shores. Houseboats form an indelible part of the scenery of the Dal Lake that are always ready to take tourists to a romantic and peaceful ride of the lake and soothe their nerves as the houseboat floats over the slightly rippling waters. They also offer some of the most exotic views of the splendid scenery of the Dal Lake.

The sparkling quiet waters of Dal surrounded by snow-capped mountains on its three sides, undoubtedly mark it as one of the most beautiful lakes of India. It is also the second largest lake in the State of Jammu and Kashmir with numerous gardens and orchards all along its shores. Houseboats form an indelible part of the scenery of the Dal Lake that are always ready to take tourists to a romantic and peaceful ride of the lake and soothe their nerves as the houseboat floats over the slightly rippling waters. They also offer some of the most exotic views of the splendid scenery of the Dal Lake. 


Dal Lake is beautiful lake in Srinagar city of Jammu & Kashmir State. Shrinagar is also know as summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir State of India. The urban lake, which is the second largest in the state, is integral to tourism and recreation in Kashmir and is nicknamed the 'Jewel in the crown of Kashmir' or 'Srinagar's Jewel'. The lake is also an important source for commercial operations in fishing and water plant harvesting. Let's check out this Photo Journey to know more about Dal Lake in this beautiful city of Kashmir !Last month I was in Shrinagar for 3rd Mughal Rally by Himalayan Motorsports and all these photographs are shot during one of the evenings, when we were relatively free and could spend some time around Nagin & Dal Lake. Although one of the mornings we also went for Shikara Ride through Old Kashmir and markets around lake. We shall also be sharing same photographs in colors soon, as sunset colors were really magical...Dal lake is quite popular as a visitor attraction and a summer resort for tourists from various parts of India and other countries. Fisheries and the harvesting of food and fodder plants are also important on Dal Lake. Weeds from the lake are extracted and converted into compost for the gardens. It also serves as a flood lung of the Jhelum River. Swimming, boating, snow skiing and canoeing are amongst some of the water sports activities practiced on the lake.Various Houseboats can be seen around different Lakes in Shrinagar. Houseboats and the Dal Lake are widely associated with Srinigar and are nicknamed 'floating palaces', built according to British customs. The houseboats are generally made from local cedar-wood and are graded in a similar fashion to hotels according to level of comfort. Many of them have lavishly furnished rooms, with verandas and a terrace to serve as a sun-deck or to serve evening cocktails. They are mainly moored along the western periphery of the lake, close to the lakeside boulevard in the vicinity of the Dal gate and on small islands in the lake. They are anchored individually, with interconnecting bridges providing access from one boat to the other. The kitchen-boat is annexed to the main houseboat, which also serves as residence of the boat-keeper and his family(Courtesy - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dal_Lake)Dal Lake is in the heart of Srinagar city and is well connected by road & air links. The nearest airport, which connects with other major cities in the country, is about 7 kilometres away at Badgam. The nearest railway station is 300 kilometres away at Jammu. The National Highway NH1A connects the Kashmir valley with rest of the countrDal lake covers an area of around 18 square kilometres and is part of a natural wetland which covers around 21 square kms, including its floating gardens. The floating gardens, known as 'Rad' in Kashmiri, blossom with lotus flowers during July and AugustThe wetland is divided by causeways into four basins - Gagribal, Lokut Dal, Bod Dal and Nagin. Nagin is also considered as separate lake and we stayed Centaur Hotel which is near to Nagin Lake only. Lokut-dal and Bod-dal each have an island in the centre, known as Rup Lank and Sona Lank respectively.Shoreline of the Dal Lake is about 15.5 kilometres and encompassed by a boulevard lined with Mughal era gardens, parks, houseboats and hotels. Scenic views of Dal lake can be witnessed from Mughal gardens, such as Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh built during the reign of Mughal Emperor Jahangir and from houseboats cruising along the lake in the colourful shikaras.Dal lake has numerous sites and places of interest, many of which are important to the cultural heritage of Srinigar. Aside from the Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh, some of the other places frequented by tourists are the Shankaracharya temple, the Hari Parbat, the Nagin Lake, the Chashme Shahi, the Hazratbal Shrine, the famous Kashmir houseboats and the Shikara (boat) called the Gandola of Kashmir.Shikaras provide a water taxi service available to see the sights in the Dal Lake and to approach the houseboats moored on the lake periphery.Dal Lake has become an icon of the Kashmir tourism industry and almost every tourist dream of having a Shikara ride in this lake and stay at least for one night in House-Boats. A Himalayan urban lake which has five basins and a number of channels that are well linked with each other. There are plenty of fishes in Dal Lake and fishery is the second largest industry of the region centered on the lake.The sparkling quiet waters of Dal surrounded by snow-capped mountains on its three sides, undoubtedly mark it as one of the most beautiful lakes of India. It is also the second largest lake in the State of Jammu and Kashmir with numerous gardens and orchards all along its shores. Houseboats form an indelible part of the scenery of the Dal Lake that are always ready to take tourists to a romantic and peaceful ride of the lake and soothe their nerves as the houseboat floats over the slightly rippling waters. They also offer some of the most exotic views of the splendid scenery of the Dal Lake.

Trending Post Today !

Image

How to reach Kasol/Malana and top things to do around this stunning hill-station of Himalayan State of India

If you are a regular visitor of Travellingcamera , you must have noticed that title of this Photo Journey is not really matching with what we usually share. This post is inspired by lot of queries which come to us, especially in summer.  One of the mostly asked thing is the options to reach Kasol and Malana . Here we are trying to share some details the option to reach Kasol/Malana, places to stay , things to do and lot more.  Related post -  Kasol: A beautiful Himalayan hotspot
Image

Main places to see & Top things to do around Dalhousie : Stunning Hill Station in Himalayan State of India

  Dalhousie is one of the most popular Hill Stations in Himachal  and there is lot to explore around Dalhousie. This is small and very well maintained town in Chamba region of Himachal Pradesh . This Photo Journey shares some of the exciting places around Chamba and how to plan a good one day tour through Khajjiar, Chamba & Chamera etc. CHAMERA HYDROLIC PROJECT Chamera Hydroelectric Project is located in Banikhet, 7 kms from Dalhousie. The water body near the lake is very scenic and is a popular boating spot. Chamera Dam is around 40 kilometers from Chamba Town. It takes approximately 1.5 hrs to reach the place is road condition is good. Overall it’s a little dry terrain as compared to Dalhousie and Khajjiar. And temperature also goes up as we go towards Chamera Dam.  As you move out from Chamba town, you follow Ravi river for some time and then take right. After 45 minutes of drive, you get a glimpse of Chemera Dam.