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Kashmir (East)/ Cashmere (West)/ Kashir (Local) is considered to be one of the most beautiful place on the planet. It is a fairyland of dancing streams, fiery rivers, clear lakes, and boundless forests with beautiful Pine, Deodar and chinar trees, mountains full of snow, enormous glaciers, lush green meadows, marvellous waterfalls and beautiful orchards. The landscape is stunningly beautiful. It is well deservedly called the “Paradise on earth” and “Switzerland of The East”. Kashmir Valley is a unique oval plain with the dimensions of 135kms and 32kms. The valley lies nestled in the Pir Panjal range of the Himalayas. The average altitude of the Valley is around 1,800m. The place is exquisitely beautiful, surrounded by lofty mountains. The mountains vary in form, height and colour. Harmukh, with an altitude of 5,150m, stands to the east. It is an intimidating mountain range guarding the Indus valley. GwashaBrari (5,425), Mahadev and the Amaranth peak (5,280m) lie in to the South. On the south-west is the PirPanjal range with peaks 4,500 m high. Karakorams and the Himalayan ranges, including the imposing Nanga Parbat (7,980m) lies to the north. Nanga Parbat remains covered with snow round the year and is the fifth highest peak in the world. It is also named Diamir, the King of mountains. The land of Kashmir is very fertile, so the main occupation of people is agriculture. Rice grows in abundance. Other crops and vegetables also grow in good amount. World famous saffron is grown here in the Pampore region of Pulwama district. However in the cities people adopt different kinds of occupations to sustain their livelihoods. Kashmir is famous for producing world class handicrafts. The population in Kashmir is mostly Muslim. Kashmir’s main reason for its fame is its much celebrated beauty that puts it among the top eco-tourism places. Its beauty has been attracting travellers from world over for ages now. The place has inspired awe and wonder of many rulers who enhanced its beauty by making beautiful gardens; it also has inspired poets and writers who have produced some of their most beautiful poetry in the praise of this wonderland. The hill stations, Mughal gardens, lakes, rivers, mountains and much more makes this place so beautiful that cannot be found in any part of the world. Major portion of the state’s economy is derived from tourism as the place receives millions of local and foreign tourists every year. People travel to this part of the world not only to enjoy its enthralling beauty but also for many adventure sports like skiing, rafting, trekking, rock climbing and much more. Kashmir has advanced in providing world class stay for travellers during their tour. Different categories of hotels cater to the needs of people with different tastes, mindset, requirements and budget. Houseboats are also used for a much more romantic lodging. Many hotels in this small place are at par with hotels found in other parts of the world which provide a safe, comfortable and delightful lodging. The hotel crew is truly professional and serve their guests efficiently keeping in view the age old tradition of Kashmir’s hospitality. Other tourism facilities are also at par with international standards. Kashmir is therefore an ideal place to be visited which vast opportunity of eco-tourism has coupled with adventure sports. A peep into its history and culture can also be very pleasing. Kashmir is known for its unique hospitality which can be enjoyed while staying in hotels, guest houses or houseboats. For cheap hotels in kashmir, budget hotels in kashmir, honeymoon in kashmir visit Search My Hotel.