Overview
About Pahalgam
Pahalgam sits along the Lidder River in Anantnag district, surrounded by pine forests and open meadows. Long a base camp for the Amarnath Yatra, it is also one of Kashmir's most popular hill resorts and a filming location for many Bollywood classics.
Good to know
Visitor essentials
Valley≈ 6h visit
On the ground
What to look for
- Baisaran meadow
- Betaab Valley
- Aru Valley
- Lidder River
Best time
When to go
Off-season now · best Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct
Best months: Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct.
Know
Good to know
- Ponies and local guides can be hired at fixed rates from the tourism reception centre
Getting there
From Srinagar
- Nearest town
- Anantnag · 16 km
- Road ends at
- Pahalgam taxi stand
Location