The summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, Srinagar is well known for the "Dal Lake", house-boats, dry fruit, saffron and traditional Kashmiri handicrafts like handwoven woollen shawls, carpets and rugs.

Dal lake where one can hire shikaras and buy souveniers from floating markets, Nigeen Lake popular for Shikhara ride or a houseboat stay, Indira Gandhi Tulip Garden, Wular Lake known for Boating and relaxing retreat, Chatpal known for Apple and walnut trees, Betaab Valley known for Magnificent views and carpeted greenery, Aru Valley known for Hiking, skiing (in winters), horse riding, camping, and trekking, Mughal Gardens, Dachigam National Park known for Wildlife safari, Shankaracharya Temple, Awantipora are major tourist attractions. The best time to visit Srinagar is between April and September. Don’t forget to buy Pashmina shawls.