Winter in Kashmir, Srinagar, India  © François Struzik - simply human

Winter in Kashmir - J&K - India

Winter in Kashmir reveals another rhythm of life — quiet, reflective, and free of the usual crowds. Beneath the snow and mist, Srinagar shows its true character.

SRINAGAR IN WINTER: QUIET WATERS AND SNOWY PATHS


Srinagar in winter is grey, cold, sometimes marked by heavy rain or snowfall. Yet when Dal Lake falls silent and the shikaras rest, the calm becomes its own reward. Travelling to Kashmir in winter offers a rare experience — a glimpse of the valley at peace.

 

Paddling alone across the lake or cycling along its frozen shores towards the old “Almond Villa,” the golf club or the Mughal gardens of Shalimar feels almost timeless.


With the right preparation, a trip into the surrounding mountains turns into a pure moment of joy — sharing bread and jam at a tea stall buried in snow, surrounded by Kashmir’s serene beauty.