Emperor Jahangir (a Mughal king in the 17th century) had rightly said, if there is a heaven on earth, it’s here, it’s here, it’s here. It is apparent when you visit that it was not a gross exaggeration.
There is a harmony in Kashmir that inspires awe. You see it when the sun bathes lush green meadows with light and the lakes reflect the show of the skies in the waters. In the distance, the undulating mountains rise and fall and remind you of their grandeur every time you cast your eyes upon them. Then are the paradisiacal
Emperor Jahangir (a Mughal king in the 17th century) had rightly said, if there is a heaven on earth, it’s here, it’s here, it’s here. It is apparent when you visit that it was not a gross exaggeration.
There is a harmony in Kashmir that inspires awe. You see it when the sun bathes lush green meadows with light and the lakes reflect the show of the skies in the waters. In the distance, the undulating mountains rise and fall and remind you of their grandeur every time you cast your eyes upon them. Then are the paradisiacal Mughal gardens that cover the valley with sweet-smelling blooms – you must visit Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, Chashma Shahi, and the Tulip Garden (Asia’s largest) on your trip.
In the popular hill station of Gulmarg, you can tee off at the highest golf course in the world or follow hiking trails in the mountains. Before the skiing season begins, you can witness the greener side of the meadow of flowers.
The piousness of the valley inspires purposeless wanderings, just to feel closer to the heavens. Think of it this way: You arrive in Kashmir thirsty and the miles and miles of its splendour quenches your longing for something bigger. Kashmir is that soulful discovery; one that gives you enlightenment.
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