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Srinagar

Heaven on Earth with Dal Lake and houseboats

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Famous For

Dal Lake
Mughal Gardens
Houseboats
Shikara Rides
Best Time to Visit: March to October

Right Now in Srinagar

21°C

Mainly clear

Feels like

25°C

Humidity

87%

Wind

2 km/h

WEATHER IN Srinagar

Summer

April - June

35°C - 45°C

Hot and dry in plains, pleasant in hill stations

Monsoon

July - September

25°C - 35°C

Heavy rainfall, humid, occasional floods in plains

Winter

November - February

5°C - 20°C

Cold, foggy mornings, perfect for sightseeing

Snowfall

December - February

Kashmir, Himachal, Uttarakhand

Heavy snowfall in Himalayan regions, ideal for skiing

Accommodation

Prices per night in Indian Rupees

hostel₹500-1000/night
budget₹1200-2500/night
mid range₹3000-6000/night
luxury₹7000-12000/night
ultra luxury₹15000+/night

Public Transport

Getting around the city

auto₹30-150/trip
shikara₹500-1500/ride
taxi₹400-1000/trip

Shopping Guide

Where to shop and what to buy

Lal Chowk

Kashmiri shawls, carpets

Polo View Market

Handicrafts, spices

Floating Market

Vegetables, flowers

Food Guide - Srinagar

Street Food

Local Snacks

₹20-50

Regional street food specialties

Local Cuisine

Regional Thali

₹100-200

Complete local meal platter

Foreign Cuisine

Chinese

₹150-300

Indo-Chinese dishes available

Safety Tips

Stay safe during your visit

Check travel advisories before visiting

Book verified houseboats

Carry identification always

Respect local customs and dress modestly

Emergency Numbers in India

100
Police
102 / 108
Ambulance
1091
Women Helpline
1363
Tourist Helpline
FOR ANY EMERGENCY
📱 Dial 112
All-in-one emergency number (like 911 in USA)

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