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Kashmir, which is known as “heaven on earth” is any nature lover’s paradise. The beauty of the place will simply astonish you. It has a long list of tourist spots worth visiting, but if you have a time constraint, you should atleast try visiting these five places-

Srinagar

The beautiful lakes are a pleasure to watch. Dal lake, one of the most popular lakes in the world is a must watch. The lake which is surrounded by orchards, gardens and mountains offers you a ride of Shikaras or houseboats.

Gulmarg

It is a paradise for adventure sport lovers. It offers you trekking and skiing. The aromatic flowers add to the beauty of the place. Once you are here you will simply forget all your worries and simply mellow in the surroundings.

Jammu

You get to witness some great viewpoints. You can go have a look at the Mansar lake or enjoy the ancient town of Akhnoor. It also boasts of a number of religious places like Vaishno devi , Ranbireshwar Temple, Peer baba etc.

Leh/ Ladakh

Situated between the Karakoram mountain ranges and the Himalayas, this place will definitely make you miss a beat.

It offers you beautiful monasteries, historical monuments, museums and lakes.

Patnitop

I you have dreamt to live in the snowy slopes of alps, this is the place to be! Chenab basin is one of the favorite tourist spots. Apart from enjoying the natural beauty, you can even enjoy some adventure sports, if you wskiingish like paragliding, skiing, trekking etc.

You can also visit some places with great religious importance like Buddha Amarnath temple, Naag temple, Bahu fort and temple.

Once you are here, you will understand why is it called “heaven on earth”. But till that time keep pondering!