Located in the heart of Kashmir Valley Srinagar sits comely on the Dal Lake and Jehlum River. It is takeoff point for a number of tours. The Dal Lake is extremely attractive, with main attractions being the quote floating gardens quote .The lake also has beautiful houseboats, which seem like they would float away but are firmly attached to the ground. Visit the Mughal gardens moreover Charisma Shahi , Nishat Bagh and Shalimar Bagh, few of the most gorgeous gardens in the world. River Liddar, Pahalgam. Phahalgam is 96 kms from Srinagar and is an admirable place for short treks. Visit the beautiful Lidder Rivers surrounded by snowcapped, fir covered mountains. Take longer treks to the Kalahoi Glacier or the Amaranth Situated 52 kms from Srinagar, Gulmarg is a breathtaking meadow. It has lovely pine trees, and looks over Kashmir Valley providing the most impressive view