Daksum
Deksum
After moving from Mughal Gardens of Achabal and Kokernag, you will come across the picturesque Daksum.
Daksum (90 km from Srinagar) situated en-route Kistwar presents an awe-inspiring sight. At an altitude of 2,438 metres in a densely forested gorge, Daksum offers peace and tranquillity amidst the magnificent grandeur of springs. One can only listen to the gurgling brooks flowing through lush coniferous trees. Daksum serves host to a wildlife sanctuary, sheep farm and dense...
After moving from Mughal Gardens of Achabal and Kokernag, you will come across the picturesque Daksum.
Daksum (90 km from Srinagar) situated en-route Kistwar presents an awe-inspiring sight. At an altitude of 2,438 metres in a densely forested gorge, Daksum offers peace and tranquillity amidst the magnificent grandeur of springs. One can only listen to the gurgling brooks flowing through lush coniferous trees. Daksum serves host to a wildlife sanctuary, sheep farm and dense forest and is a good camping site.
The projects have been undertaken by the Kokernag Development Authority (KDA) including the development of a Public Park at Dandipora, Club Park and Hill View Park to facilitate the tourists.
The tourism department has developed huts at Daksum for tourist accommodation.
Contact Person
Nisar Ahmad Wani
Directorate of Tourism Kashmir
Tourist Reception Centre
0194-2502279
dtk@tourism.org
www.jktourism.jk.gov.in
Connectivity
Nearest Airport - Srinagar international Airport (103.99 Km away)
Nearest Railway Station - Jammu Tawi Railway Station (227 Km away)
Climate
Min. -10 Degree Celcius
Max. +23 Degree Celcius
Accomodation
Few Budget hotels hotels are available.
Medical Services
General Medical Facilities (Chemist, Doctors, Ambulance) are available.