Waterways of Srinagar

The waterways of Srinagar reflect a unique community culture. River Jhelum crisscrosses through the city of Srinagar in Jammu & Kashmir. During its course, the river feeds lakes like Dal Lake and Nagin Lake, known the world over for their picturesque beauty. Along these lakes in old city of Srinagar thrives a large population of people. Here, people live in large old deodar houses and wooden dungas anchored to the banks. The Dal Lake is encircled by mountains and beautiful orchards on its three sides.

For tourists, these lakes offer a scenic shikara ride and an exclusive stay in houseboats. Maintaining houseboats on the Dal and Nagin Lake is a family business here. During your stay in these uniquely built houseboats, you can also enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city of Srinagar. A shikara ride along the lily-laden lakes takes you on an epic journey, visiting places like the Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh and the Khanqah of Shah Hamadan. Just opposite the Nishat Bagh is located the Hazratbal Shrine, one of the most visited shrines in Srinagar. Regardless of caste and creed, the shrine is frequented by both Muslims as well as Hindus.

Without stepping off the shikara, you can get almost all the daily commodities. From a floating vegetable market, florist and barber to doctors, everything is close in your reach. It is interesting to observe the lifestyle of the community that lives here. How does it feel to stay in a cedar-panelled wonderfully appointed bedroom with all the luxuries of a 5-star hotel? You can choose from a range of houseboats. These houseboats are divided into categories A, B, C and D, depending upon the extent of luxury they provide. �