• Sonmarg

Sonmarg

Sonamarg or Sonmarg, located at a hefty altitude of 2,740 m above sea level, literally means 'Meadow of Gold'. The picturesque natural beauty of the region brought this name to Sonamarg. Sonamarg, a town surrounded by breathtaking glaciers and serene lakes, is a snow-covered beautiful flower-laden meadow in the majestic Himalayan mountain region. Sonamarg in the Kashmir valley is the gateway to Ladakh and situated just before the Zojii La pass. Located at 87 km from Srinagar, the place is renowned for trekking and hiking trails.

The snow clad peaks in the Himalaya and the undulated hilly mountainous regions are perfectly suitable for all types of trekking expeditions. Sonamarg is the base camp for many trekking expeditions. The major treks passing through various mountain lakes such as Gangabal, Vishansar, Gadsar, Satsar and Kishansar has its base at Sonamarg. The trekking routes offer all types of challenges, from mild to most hard. The pleasant climate with mild summer and cold winter make this place an ideal location for trekkers to explore the natural beauty and challenging treks.

Contact Person

Reyaz Ahmad Shah
Directorate of Tourism Kashmir
TRC, Dalgate
Phone Number: 0194-2502512
Email: ddtc[at]jktourism[dot]org

Link

https://tourismjk.in/

Connectivity

Nearest Airport - srinagar International Airport (100 Km away)
Nearest Railway Station - nowgam Railway Station (90 Km away)

Climate

Min. -14° celsius
Max. +25° celsius

Accommodation

Several Star and Budget hotels are available.

Medical Services

General Medical Facilities (Chemist, Doctors, Ambulance) are available.

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