Pahalgam is a beautiful city in Kashmir, with heavenly hills and valleys. The place attracts a lot of tourists from across the world through its natural attractions. While you are on your trip to Pahalgam, it is important to visit some other astonishing places near Pahalgam in order to experience more of this valley. You must visit these places on your trip to the valley and if you miss them, I’m sorry to say your trip might not be that good as you want it to be!
Top 5 Places Near Pahalgam
The following places near Pahalgam will make you wander through the valleys of Kashmir making yor trip more memorable. Take a look!
1. Beetab Valley
Only 15 km from Pahalgam, this beautiful valley will make you feel like you are in heaven. The valley provides you with lovely scenic beauties that attract a lot of people from across the world. Many photographers are attracted to this place for its natural beauty. The valley got its name from a hit Bollywood film, Betaab which was shot in these hills.
Things to do: Visit Bobby Hut where the movie ‘Bobby’ was shot, make yourself a picnic basket, and enjoy it in a scenic spot and go hiking on one of the many popular trails.
Time required: 2 hours
How to reach: Beetab valley is located at a distance of 15 kilometers from Pahalgam which can be reached by cab or public transport from any of the major bus stations.
2. Mamaleshwar Temple
Mamaleshwar is a beautiful temple situated near Pahalgam. The shrine has a lot of gold and attracts huge crowds of pilgrims especially during the summer season as the weather is pleasant enough to reach the temple on the hilltop. In addition to this, the place also gives an amazing glimpse of the city valley.
Things to do: Take a sightseeing tour around the temple, participate in religious prayers/gestures, and indulge yourself in the history of the place.
Time required: 1 hour
How to reach: The Mamaleshwar temple is located at a distance of 1 kilometer from Pahalgam and tourists often walk to reach this historic site.
3. Baisaran Road
This road from Pahalgam is the perfect road to have a road trip with your friends or family. The road provides an amazing view of hills and beautiful valleys on both sides. If you ever travel to Kashmir, having a road trip here will help you see more beauty in the valley making some mesmerizing and beautiful memories.
Things to do: Take a road trip, enjoy the sights from your car window and make a small detour to see the nearby local villages.
Time required: 1 hour
How to reach: The Baisaran road is located at a distance of 5 kilometers from the town of Pahalgam you can hire or rent a cab to get to the destination in 10 minutes.
4. Sheshnag Lake
This high altitude lake is a beauty in itself. According to the locals, this lake was built by Sheshnag, who is the king of snakes in Hindu mythology. The lake is surrounded by lush green lawns and lovely trees with a really calm and cool atmosphere that helps you relax and get rid of the hectic city life.
Things to do: Set up a camp near the lake, engross yourself in some landscape photography, and prepare a camp-style meal to share with your friends and family.
Time required: 3 hours
How to reach: The Sheshang lake is located at a distance of 23 kilometers from Pahalgam and 120 kilometers if you are driving from Srinagar. The best way to reach this lake is by taking a cab or public transportation to Chandanwari from where you can hike to the spot.
5. Lidder Amusement Park
This astonishing and one of the very few parks of the valley provides you with some of the most fun rides like a small toy train, bumper cars, and many more rides that are loved by the people. This park is always crowded with locals and visitors who come here to enjoy the amazing rides. The park also provides you with numerous food stalls that provide you with the best of the cities local food.
Things to do: Enjoy a train ride in the miniature railway setup, go paddle boarding and enjoy friendly competition in bumper cars.
Time required: 1 hour
How to reach: The Lidder Amusement park is located at a distance of 1.8 kilometers from central Pahalgam that can be reached by hiring a cab or simply undertaking a pleasant walk.