Pahalgham
About Chandanwari In Pahalgam
Famed as the starting point of the most revered expedition to Amarnath Cave, Chandanwari is a beautiful valley nestled at an altitude of about 2895 meters above sea level. Located at a distance of about 16 km from the heart of Pahalgam, this valley is quite accessible via roadways. Apart from that, you can also choose to get to Chandanwari via airways while boarding a flight to Srinagar, and via railways while boarding a train to Jammu. Blessed with natural beauty, the valley of Chandanwari never fails to draw lakhs of pilgrims of Amarnath Yatra, who embarked on the sacred journey in the Shravan month as per the Hindu calendar, i.e. in between the months of July and August.
Attractions of Chandanwari
The pristine valley of Chandanwari, Pahalgam is also quite popular, especially amongst adventure enthusiasts for its snow bridge, thus providing an ultimate opportunity to trek through the mesmerizing landscapes of Jammu and Kashmir. In addition to that, here you can also partake in river rafting, and enjoy a picnic with your loved ones while cherishing the utmost tranquility at the same time. Fringed with lush greenery, majestic hills, and meandering streams, this valley is a sight to behold, for sure!
What’s more? While exploring this enchanting destination, en route to Amarnath Temple, you can also grab an opportunity to stop by Panchtarni and Sheshnag Lake, which are about 23 km and 12 km respectively from Chandanwari, Pahalgam, Kashmir. Besides that, a tour to this valley also lets you indulge in a shopping spree, which is quite fun for shopaholics and foodies. Here, you can buy embroidered clothes and ancient artefacts, and treat your taste buds to delectable local cuisines, like: Modur Pulao, Syoon Olav, Monji, and more.
