tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33761478181397087162024-02-07T17:52:34.212-08:00MY TRAVEL TALKwe discuss traveltanveer.badyarihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15178521786782315794noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3376147818139708716.post-18920395483727220642020-03-13T23:32:00.000-07:002020-03-12T22:45:43.452-07:00postcards from kashmir<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
today i am posting some of the post cards from Kashmir. they represent the culture and lifestyle of people.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">women cooking food at home</td></tr>
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In kashmir women are sweet home makers its their utmost duty to take care of other family members and cook delicious food. Doesn't matter whether its a working women or a housewife the prime duty of women remains to look after their family. In the above picture the older lady is cooking "monje haakh" a vegetable dish which is eaten with rice. kashmiri love eating rice that's why they are called "batte mahnu" rice men.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">in the saffron fields</td></tr>
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Saffron is cultivated as one of the most expensive spice in the world, known for many beneficial uses it has demand in many countries. it is cultivated here in late summers and you can see in the picture how a family is involved in the farms, women & men work together to cultivate saffron. the saffron flowers look purple & beautiful.<br />
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Kangri or Firepot is a good friend for winters to give you company & warmth. a essential commodity for all people. as the winter gets colder & colder men take the kangri with burning coals under their poncho type garments to provide them warmth. Kangri is hand made mostly in the village households, thus generating a small amount of seasonal income for people. in the above picture we captured a kangri seller he is from the village and has come on with a bunch of kangris on his shoulder to sell them.<br />
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A little shepherd boy driving cattle home, the scene depicts a typical Kashmir village where in evening a little boy is bringing his flock of sheep home. during winter's children have long winter vacation & they also do household chores.<br />
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The cricket bat is a famous product made in Kashmir, the kashmiri willow is used to manufacture these bats. on the way to pahalgam you will see some small factories which manufacture the bats, later these bats are sold in Kashmir and in other parts of India. In the above pic a young man is showing us a newly made cricket bat.<br />
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The everyday vegetable market which starts early at dawn for few hours, farmers of the lake come with their loaded boats filled with veggies. it's a nice sight to make your morning beautiful. visit us again for more pictures of kashmir for more information about <a href="http://www.kashmir-ladakh-tourism.com/kashmir-and-ladakh-tour.html" target="_blank">kashmir ladakh tour</a> drop us a mail at info@kashmir-ladakh-tourism.com</div>
tanveer.badyarihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15178521786782315794noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3376147818139708716.post-37531058890620231812014-11-30T08:22:00.000-08:002016-01-26T23:12:51.056-08:00Kashmir, a better times<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Kashmir a better times</h2>
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"There
was once a paradise", said the old man, "where everyone wanted to live a
peaceful life", then unfortunately it became a war ground, more than
two decades of civil war has badly hit kashmir. it had drained the
resources and hindered growth. there was fear and containment left in
the heart of tourists. since past few years peace has prevailed in the
valley, tourists are coming back to kashmir to enjoy it's beauty
and wild valleys. now it is in the revival process a new beginning, a
new life for the people and a new start for tourism.</div>
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kashmir has been an iconic place for shooting of movies in the 60's
and later became famous with British families, who came here to spend
their holidays. The valley changes
it beauty simultaneously with every season starting from the cold
winters when it is covered with the shroud of snow and frost, people
bear the cold in the hope of a better spring season. it reminds me of
a verse from Shelly's poem. "if the winter comes can spring be far
behind". Winters slowly
gives way to spring, it comes in full gusto flowers bloom and the
mustard fields spread like the yellow carpet. Then the summer months
fill the lakes and streams, people eat fruits like watermelon
& apples to keep their cool. again a seasonal change happens in
September when it is time for autumn to shed the leaves of trees and dip
them quietly in the lakes. Bright colored trees of autumn turn bare and
sickly in cold winters, In every season nature shows its glamor and
grandeur in kashmir. The bedazzling and
bewildering valleys of kashmir remain a strong & succinct subjects
of beauty for the observer, the fresh and crisp air flows from the
meadows and tall pines while the streams, apple orchids, pink almond
bloom and rice fields form a part of its rich diversity.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">on the way to pahalgam</td></tr>
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Pahalgam and Gulmarg</h2>
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Pahalgam
and gulmarg are the two definite valleys which people visit. Pahalgam
is a beautiful valley covered with tall mountains and river lidder runs
through it. during hot summer's it provides as a refreshing &
relaxing spot for the people of srinagar. adjacent valleys of aru and
chandanwari provide breathtaking natural landscapes, wild charm and
green forest lanes are immaculate with rows of pines and spruce. Beetab
valley and Baisairn valleys are the reminiscent of the old bygone era in
which English people used to amuse themselves in the pleasure of
hunting and chasing wild bears, angling trout from the cold water
streams and shooting the birds for a delicious meal. The mountain valley
of lidderwat is accessible by a short trek from aru village. It falls
on the trekking route to koholoi mountain the highest peak in kashmir.</div>
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For the golf enthusiasts gulmarg golf course is a cocoon filled with
rich greens, wildflowers and adjacent old church. who wouldn't like to
play a game of golf in this blissful environment where valleys and green
meadows will give you the company and encourage you to be more close to
nature. Gulmarg is a valley located high up in the mountains covered
with tall pine and fir forests. This valley is known for large number of
snowfalls. Every winter gulmarg hosts a number of events and winter
sports activities, the skiers love to ski on the slopes of gulmarg.
Gondola or cable car is a famous tourist vehicle, it ferries tourists
high up in the affarwat mountains and from there they can enjoy some
good views of the distant mountains and valleys.During all the winter
months gulmarg is covered in thick snow but the hotels remain open for
ski & adventure buffs. Summers provide a great views of the valley
when the meadows turn into green carpets and sheep's graze in them.
wildflowers grow along the paths and plants bloom everywhere. Gulmarg is
most visited place in kashmir open throughout the year for tourists.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A beautiful view of gulmarg meadows in autumn</td></tr>
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Sonmarg valley</h2>
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The
valley of sonmarg is a four hours drive from srinagar. tourists love to
visit sonmarg because it offers some of the best views of villages and
sindh river on whose banks this valley is located.It is also a favorite
destination for the pilgrims going for amaranth cave pilgrimage. In
winters it is cold and many hotels are closed there. So in summer months
it receives the more amount of people who enjoy its cool weather and
beautiful sights.The thajwas glacier is easily accessible by walk or
pony ride, snow remains there almost for a year. Sonmarg was very
beautiful and praised since older times and still now it has kept that
unsurpassed charm which flourishes in its deep forests and ravines. a
tour of sonmarg can be completed in one day, There are various
activities which can be done at sonmarg like horse riding to thajwas,
sightseeing tour to zero point on zojilla leh highway. trip to baltal
the starting point of yatra. fishing in sindh river. there is a also a
very beautiful park maintained by Jk government. to make a happy day in
sonmarg don't forget to play in the cold water. besides this sonmarg is
a very good place for photography and hiking.</div>
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Srinagar city</h2>
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Srinagar,
A very historic city in the heart of kashmir has seen many things
changing from the local government to the partition of the nation. This
city was formed on the banks of Dal & river jehlum. Many shrines and
temples were erected in its different towns which signified the
brotherhood of Hindu & Muslim communities living harmoniously in its
lap. Today the city of srinagar is a hideout for many people who seek
spiritual guidance. There are lots of Sufi shrines to visit also the
Masjid of nowhatta which is one of the old mosque there. The shrines of
shahi hamdan the spiritual guide and a Sufi saint who came to kashmir in
earlier days. These shrines depict the faith of kashmiri people and are
important for their religious duties. The Islamic architecture of these
shrines is amazing with old world charm. Carved out of wood these holy
places have stood witness to the cultural and religious metamorphosis of
folks. Hazratbal is another historic holy shrine having the relic
Plenty of devotees come here every friday to offer mid day prayers. So
avoid going there on Friday you will face lot of crowd. Srinagar city
has lots of markets where you will find different and unique
merchandize, you will also find shops of tailors where they made custom
clothing like made to measure and ethnic clothing's. you should visit
these shops to get yourself a smart phiren or shalwar kameez.</div>
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Enjoy A Pure Kashmiri Hospitality in Houseboats</h2>
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Worried
about accommodation in kashmir? there are some good hotels on boulevard
road and in other posh locations of city like raj bagh, nishat, etc.
Now five star hotels branded by the names of taj, lalit are also running
in kashmir. If you don't have a bulgy pocket & don't want to stay
in these high branded hotels, i would suggest you to stay in houseboat
for at least one night to get the real feeling of kashmiri traditional
hospitality. The service and food served in houseboats are great. these
boats are moored at once place and remain stagnant, you have to ferry
across the lake in a small colorful shikara to reach to a houseboat.
generally the crossing is free if you are staying in one of the boats. A
shikara trip of the lake can be a great highlight of your kashmir
valley tour, you will closely observe the life of lake dweller's how
they raise their children and how they manage to live on the waters.</div>
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Buy these things in Kashmir </h2>
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<li style="text-align: justify;">kashmiri handmade carpets remain the most loved possessions of art loving people around the world, they come in different variants made from silk, wool and cotton. handmade in the looms and households of kashmiri village homes, these rugs take lot of time and patience before they become worthy of the beauty and intricate details of different designs and shapes. the artisans put lot of themselves in these carpets, they stay inside all wintery days knotting and weaving these colorful carpets.</li>
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<li style="text-align: justify;">Paper machie is a very intricate and skillful work done by the artisans of kashmir. it was brought down from Persia as a mean to give new skills to unemployed Kashmir's. Slowly it found it's way in the international market. Paper is well beaten and smashed before the artist starts to paint it with his crafty hand.</li>
<li> Saffron is cultivated in kashmir, it is used here by the local chefs to prepare wedding dishes.</li>
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Kashmir has seen lots of changes in these two decades, but it's beauty has remained unchanged there is still a fog covered dallake in the morning and fountains jetting in mughal gardens, fruit blossoms of vibrant colors decorating the trees and you can lost in the sweet songs of birds in evening as the sun goes down past the lake. come to kashmir and you will discover it's splendid beauty yourself. </div>
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tanveer.badyarihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15178521786782315794noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3376147818139708716.post-32270934533940233552014-10-17T07:43:00.000-07:002014-10-17T07:52:33.993-07:00A traveller's journal of srinagar kashmir<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Song of Spring</h2>
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typical spring in kashmir is a pleasant season when the things suddenly
come to life after a long winters. A new hope of life arises with the
sun glimmering through the dusky clouds and snow covered peaks. Spring
here can't be portrayed in words it is only actions and images of
nature. the rich smell of roses which bloom in different shades throughout summers or the flight of a bulbul bird drapes among the leaves of Chinaar
to escape from the cold showers. The blooming buds of flowers awake on
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Flower Mughal Gardens Of Kashmir</h2>
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earlier days of my life i have been attracted by flower gardens, I
remind the time going picnic with my school or a family excursion to a
near by garden. Living in Srinagar kashmir there is no dearth of lovely
gardens. Immaculate flowers adorning the boundaries of the carpeted
garden, When in youth I and my friends skipped the school and found our
ways to the garden, so i could say i have many attachments to the
gardens of kashmir. The first garden i will take you today is nishat
garden.. It is called baghi nishat by the locals. Everyone can visit it
from morning till evening, there is only a small entrance fess
applicable. while entering the garden a traveler is greeted with
different range of flowers, and canals of water are flowing swiftly
under the chinar trees. one could see lots of fruit trees in this garden
mostly peach, plum etc. It is a terraced garden each terrace with
different design of flower beds or depicting twelve patterns of zodiac.<br />
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Shikara's in the Lake</h2>
these wooden canopy boats ferry tourists across the lake to houseboats, a shikara ride is a very nice experience to enjoy culture and lifestyle of the people living on the lake.<br />
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Srinagar </h2>
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Historical places in srinagar city</h2>
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About Srinigar</h2>
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Area</div>
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2228Sq.Kms</div>
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Area under forests</div>
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380 Sq. kms</div>
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1730 metres above sea level</div>
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A View of Nishat Bagh</h2>
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A dive through gardens & parks</h2>
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drive through srinagar will take you by many parks and gardens, each
richly decorated with beautiful flowers throughout all the seasons.
during the evenings these small parks gather a large amount of local
crowd who come here with their kids to enjoy & unwind. some of the
few parks to visit in srinagar are<br />
<b>Nehru park- </b>it is located on a small island in Dal
lake, next to the boulevard road you can reach there by a shikara and
enjoy your day there.activities like swimming,water skiing & boat
riding can be done from there.<br />
<b>Pratap park-</b> this park is located centrally in busy
lal chowk. students from near by colleges,govt employees love to visit
here. for many decades it has been a epicenter for many protests.<br />
<b>Duck park-</b> it was build lately on the road which
connects hazratbal via nishat, also called foreshore road. duck park is
beautifully located on the banks of dal, and there ares some large ponds
on the other side of the park. the peak of Mahadev looks more clearer
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<b>Dachigam national park: </b>This beautiful wildlife
park is located 22 kms from the city center of srinagar. it is curtained
by lofty green zabarwan mountains, and the sarband lake which covers
it's one end. mountainsides below the tree line are heavily wooded. Most
of this consists of broad leaf species. Interspersed between these are
alpine pastures, meadows, waterfalls and scrub vegetation. black bears,
snow leopards, wild wolves, moose, are always on prowl here.<br />
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Spring Bloom in Kashmiri Garden</h2>
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joints and local cuisine shops and stall, which can be found abundantly
on every street, the smoke coming out from the barbeque shops selling
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famous spring of verinaag is located in Anathnag district. As "naag"
means fresh water spring in the local dialect. People go there to drink
it's water and contemplate on it's beautiful structure which was made by
the mughal prince jehangir. a garden next to this natural spring which
is of pre-Islamic religious significance yields beautiful colorful
flowers which sway beautifully in the light summer breeze. verinaag is
approximately 78 kilometers south-east from Srinagar. it is a nice place
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There are many more places to see in kashmir but it requires more time and patience, kashmir is all year round destination so come and discover kashmir with us.</div>
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