Pahalgam a complete tour guide

Pahalgam Situated at the confluence of the streams flowing from Sheshnag Lake and the Lidder river, Pahalgam (2,130 m) was once a humble shepherd's village with breathtaking views. Now it is Kashmir's premier resort, cool even during the height of summer when the maximum temperature does not exceed 25 deg C.A.
Around Pahalgam are many places of interest, and the most beautiful of these is the huge, undulating meadow of Baisaran, surrounded by thickly wooded forests of pine. "Betaab Valley", on the way to Chandanwari, is an idyllic spot for a picnic. Filmgoers will recognize it instantly as it has been the location of several movie scenes. Aru, 12 kms from Pahalgam, is a picturesque meadow and base point for trekking to Kolhai glacier, Katar Nag, Lidder Watt and Trasar & Marsar Lakes.

The environs of Pahalgam offer exciting trekking opportunities, the best known being: Pahalgam - Chandanwari-Sheshnag- Panchtarni- Amarnath Cave Temple-Sonamarg.Pahalgam Club, managed by J&K TDC, is being rebuilt and once completed will have a restaurant, auditorium, health club, open food court, amphitheater and other facilities.Pahalgam, originally a shepherds' village, is naturally known for products made of wool. Gabbas and Namdas can be purchased from local shops.

Major Attractions in Pahalgam:
Aru Valley:Aru is a tourist spot in the Anantnag District of J&K, India and is located around 12km from Pahalgam, 11km upstream from the Lidder River
Betaab Valley: Betab Valley is a very popular touristic destination. Betaab Valley serves as a base camp for trekking and further exploration of the mountains.
Chandanwari: Situated 16-km from Pahalgam, Chandanwari is the starting point of the Amarnath Yatra, which takes place every year in the month of Sawan (Rain).
Baisaran: Situated at a distance of around 5 km from Pahalgam, Baisaran offers panoramic views over the town as well as the Lidder valley.
Tulian Lake: Tulian Lake is located in a meadow with pine forests and lies between the two Himalayan mountain ranges of Pir Panjal and Zanskar.
Sheshnag Lake: Sheshnag Lake is a high altitude mountain lake at an elevation of 12,000 feet, near Vavjan.
Katernag Lake: A high altitude alpine lake 7km from Aru, remains almost frozen whole year that is why it gets this name KATER NAG.
Mt Kolahoi: Highest Mountain Peak in Kashmir Valley. It is also called Matterhorn of Kashmir because it resembles with Mt.Matterhorn of Switzerland.
Litherwath: The Litherwath runs through Pahalgam in a rushing gray-green torrent, breaking in curling waves against the boulders that lie in its path.

Best Time to Visit Pahalgam: Summers and monsoons are pleasant while winters are freezing cold in Pahalgam. The best time to visit this town is from the mid-April to mid-November.