Information
about Sonamarg Sightseeing
Sonamarg is situated at a height of 2740 m in the state of Jammu and
Kashmir. Sonamarg is a small and beautiful hill resort. Sonamarg literally
means the 'Meadow of Gold' and is known so due to the flowers that wraps
the meadow in the spring. In the earlier days, Sonamarg lies on the main
trading route into central Asia. Sonamarg is the last major point in the
Kashmir valley before the Zoji La pass into Ladakh. At the pass, the green
and lush Kashmiri landscape changes to the barren and dry landscape of
Ladakh.
Sonamarg Valley which presents another face of the countryside in Kashmir
and has snowy mountains in its backdrop. Sonamarg is the main base for the
treks that passes along several mountain lakes like the Vishansar,
Kishansar, Gadsar, Satsar and Gangabal. Sonamarg is also the major point
for the drive to Ladakh across the Zoji La pass. Sonamarg is also a base
for undertaking the yatra to the holy Amarnath cave. The Sindh River that
meanders through the valley abounds with trout and mahaseer. Ponies can be
hired for the trip up to Thajiwas glacier, which is a major local
attraction during the summer months. The best time to visit Sonamarg is
from April to June.
Adventure Activities in Sonamarg
The Sindh River that flows through the Sonamarg is bountiful with Trout
and Mahseer. So here, one can enjoy the trout and mahseer fishing. In the
Krishnasar Lake also you can enjoy the trout fishing. Sonamarg also offers
various trekking and hiking trails, which attract the adventure lovers.
The adventure seekers may opt for trekking trails from Sonamarg to lakes
of Vishansar, Krishansar and Gangabal. In particular, trekking trips into
the mountains should be undertaken only after consulting the Tourist
Office at Srinagar or Sonamarg for safety and feasibility.
Tourist Attractions in Sonamarg
Sonamarg offers various places of interest to the tourists like Nilagrad,
Bisansar Lake & Krishnasar Lake and Nichnai Pass.
Thajiwas Glacier
Thajiwas is located after a short and interesting walk from Sonamarg.
Thajiwas is known for the glaciers. The miniature plateaus, snowfields,
pines and islets adds to the charm of Thajiwas.
Nilagrad
Nilagrad is a Baltic colony, situated about 6 kms. away from Sonamarg
where a mountain river meets the Indus river. The water of the river is
reddish in colour and is believed to have curative power of many diseases.
The various people visit this place on Sunday to bath in the river.
Nichnai Pass
Nichnai Pass is the vintage point to view the breathtakingly beautiful
lakes of Vishansar, Krishansar and Gangabal.
Gangabal Lake, Bisansar Lake & Krishnasar Lake
Gangabal Lake, Bisansar and Krishnasar are the three beautiful lakes added
to the beauty of Sonamarg. The Bisansar Lake is situated at an altitude of
4084 m, while crossing the river at Nichinai Pass, with its its lovely
natural beauty. Beside the lake is the Krishnasar Lake situated at an
altitude of 3801 m, and famous for trout fishing. |