Pahalgam City Guide
Pahalgam is a scenic hill town in Kashmir, located in the Lidder Valley and surrounded by pine forests and snow-capped mountains. Known as the base for the Amarnath Yatra, Pahalgam is famous for lush meadows, river views, and peaceful mountain escapes.
📍 Quick Facts
RegionJammu & Kashmir (UT)
Famous ForLidder Valley & Meadows
Ideal Duration2–4 Days
LanguagesKashmiri, Hindi, English
🌦 Live Weather & Network
WeatherLoading…
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📱 NetworkJio, Airtel, BSNL
🌐 InternetGood 4G
🗓 Best Time to Visit
Mar – JunSpring & pleasant weather
Jul – SepGreen landscapes
Dec – FebSnowfall season
FestivalsAmarnath Yatra
🎯 Things to See & Do
🏛 Places
🍽 Food
🛍 Shopping
✨ Experiences
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Baisaran ValleyMini Switzerland of Kashmir
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Lidder RiverRiver walks & rafting
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Aru ValleyMeadows & trekking base
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Betaab ValleyFamous film location
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Kashmiri CuisineTraditional local meals
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Rogan JoshPopular dish
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KahwaSaffron tea
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Hotel RestaurantsIndian & Kashmiri food
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WoollensShawls & caps
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Dry FruitsWalnuts & almonds
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Local MarketSouvenirs
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HandicraftsWood & paper items
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Pony RidesBaisaran & valleys
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TrekkingAru & Kolahoi routes
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PhotographyMeadows & rivers
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CampingValley camps
🗺 Suggested Pahalgam Itinerary
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Day 1Betaab Valley · Lidder River
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Day 2Aru Valley · Baisaran
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Day 3Leisure · Local walks
🚆 How to Reach Pahalgam
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Srinagar Airport (SXR)Approx 90 km
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Srinagar → PahalgamScenic road drive
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JKSRTC BusesFrom Srinagar
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TaxiSrinagar ↔ Pahalgam ₹3,000+
🏨 Where to Stay in Pahalgam
Luxury
Mid-Range
Budget & Homestays
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WelcomHotel Pine N PeakLuxury valley stay
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Hotel Heevan PahalgamPremium comfort
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Hotel HilltopPopular mid-range
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Hotel Royal HilltonComfort stay
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Guest HousesAffordable stays
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HomestaysLocal experience
🍴 Popular Restaurants
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Paradise RestaurantKashmiri food
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Dana PaniIndian meals
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Local CafésTea & snacks
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Hotel RestaurantsMulti-cuisine
📍 Nearby Destinations
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Aru Valley · 12 kmMeadows & trekking
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Betaab Valley · 15 kmScenic valley
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Amarnath CavePilgrimage site
👕 What to Wear
Summer – Light jackets
Winter – Heavy woolens
Snow – Boots & thermals
Trekking – Sports shoes
🎉 Festivals
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Amarnath YatraMajor pilgrimage
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EidLocal celebrations
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ShivratriRegional festival