A fresh episode of snowfall in Kupwara district’s Zirhama turned the popular Jammu and Kashmir spot into a winter wonderland. Snowfall in Jammu and Kashmir drew a large number of tourists this year.
Although snowfall is a major source of tourist attraction in the area, intense weather conditions have led to the short-term closure of several roads and highways in Jammu and Kashmir over the past few weeks.
Kashmir turns into winter wonderland | Watch video
After the recent spell of snowfall in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kupwara district, news agency ANI shared stunning visuals from Zirhama. The video provided a glimpse of the snow-covered trees, mountains, houses and other structures in the area.
Tourist enjoy Shikara rides in Srinagar
Tourists continue to show up in large numbers in Srinagar to enjoy the winter chill. Srinagar recorded minimum temperature of 3.0 degrees Celsius and a maximum temperature of 10.0 degrees Celsius on Monday, reported ANI. Amid intense weather, tourists in Srinagar embraced the winter chill and enjoyed Shikara rides on the Dal Lake.
Tourists explored the city’s scenic beauty and appealed to people to visit the place. A tourist said, “We are feeling extremely happy here. We are taking precautions amid the cold. Although it is cold the picturesque views are amazing. We appeal to people to visit the place.”
Shikara ride in Srinagar
Houseboats lined along the lake’s edge added to the picturesque setting, with some emitting plumes of smoke from chimneys, indicating the warmth inside.
The bustling markets near the lake, featuring vendors selling winter delicacies and traditional Kashmiri handicrafts, highlighted the tourism boost despite the cold.
The visuals effectively capture the essence of Srinagar’s winter allure, drawing visitors to experience its seasonal beauty.
Despite the chill, tourists are flocking to the region, enjoying the weather and the scenic views that winter brings to the picturesque valley.
Earlier, snowfall in Bhaderwah of Doda district drew in tourists from across the country, enthralling them with its scenic beauty. Tourists, both young and old, were seen throwing snowballs at each other in a lighthearted manner.
