Pahalgam
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A valley town on the Lidder river, surrounded by pine forests and meadows, and the starting point of the traditional Amarnath route.
Hill stationAnantnag districtBest time to visit: April to October
Highlights
- Betaab Valley and Aru Valley
- Baisaran meadow
- Chandanwari, the start of the trek to the Amarnath cave
- Pony rides, trout fishing and treks to Kolahoi glacier
Significance
Pahalgam is both a holiday spot and a pilgrim base, and the shepherd communities graze their flocks on its high meadows in summer.