Kashmir, India | Srinagar, the "Venice of the East"

Dal Lake 📍Located in Srinagar, the capital of Jammu and Kashmir, India, Dal Lake is a pearl at the southern foot of the Himalayas, known as the "Venice of the East." 🏔️Surrounded by snow-capped mountains, the lake is dotted with traditional houseboats and floating gardens, offering picturesque scenery all year round. It's a great place to experience the culture and natural beauty of Kashmir. ✔️Don't Miss the Houseboat Experience The most unique accommodation on Dal Lake is the traditional houseboat, made of cedarwood and ornately decorated, resembling a floating palace. It is recommended to book in advance, as prices are higher during peak season (May–October). After settling in, rent a colorful shikara. The boatman will row you across the lake, allowing you to experience life on the water—shopping at floating shops for famous Kashmiri shawls, passing by the bustling floating vegetable market, and buying an ice-cold cola from a floating vendor... As the setting sun paints Dal Lake gold, the boatman gently rows back. This moment, the undisturbed tranquility and poetry of Kashmir, will forever remain in your memory.