Sonamarg, also referred as 'Meadow of Gold' is a popular tourist destination. Set at an altitude of 3,000 m, the picturesque hills station is a real summer retreat for the globetrotters. The spectacular facet of Sonamarg comprises snow clad mountains, verdant valleys and grassy meadows. Drive through beautiful villages to have a glimpse of rural and rustic lifestyle of locales.
Sonamarg is increasingly becoming a famous destination for its embracing climate and natural scenery. Enchanting beauty of dense forests, wrapped in alpine and sycamore flowers, fir, silver birch and pine presents a captivating sight. Pristine Sindh river meandering through the hill station fascinates the visitors.
Travel Attractions in Sonamarg
» Nilagrad
Nilgrad is a scenic destination, which is worth visiting. It is a small colony inhabited by Baltics. A mountain rivers meets the Indus at this point. Baltics have a strong belief that the red colored water of the river has curative power and is effective in curing many disease. They take bath in the river every Sunday.
» Thajiwas
Thajiwas range is one of the popular tourist attraction in Sonamarg. The place offers a picture-perfect view of hill slopes covered with fir, pine and birch trees. Thajiwas range also provides an array of sites that are favorable for camping.
» Bisansar Lake and Krishnasar Lake
The pristine Bisansar Lake and Krishnasar Lake adds charm to the scenic beauty of Sonamarg. The serene environment at Bisansar lake enchants the mind and soul of visitors. It is a paradise for nature lovers. Lake Krishnasar, set at an altitude of 3,801 m, is one of the favored picnic spot for vacationers. The serene beauty of this lake fascinates every visitor. Apart from enjoying the scenic charm, also enjoy trout fishing here.
Activities to do in Sonamarg
Sonamarg is not only about scenic charm, the hill resort is also the ultimate adventure zone. It is an ideal place for adventure enthusiasts as they can indulge themselves in number of adventure sports. Visitors can can enjoy some exciting activities like trekking, angling, sledging, Alpine Skiing and white water rafting. The Sind river flowing through the hill station offers a wonderful opportunity for trout and mahseer fishing.
How to Reach Sonamarg
- Air: The nearest airport is that of Srinagar
- Rail: The closest railhead is at Jammu
- Road: Daily buses ply from Srinagar to Sonamarg by road through Srinagar-Leh highway
Hotels in Sonamarg
Many of the accommodation options are available in Sonamarg for the travelers. They can reside in hotels, tourist bunglows or lodges, that provides every comfort and luxury.
Some of the popular hotels of Sonamarg are:
- Glacier Heights
- Snowland Hotel
