Located in the Jammu and Kashmir District of Northern India, Sonamarg is a natural plateau nestled in the Himalayan Mountain Range. With breathtaking mountain views, visitors and locals visit this hill station in the spring, summer and early fall. If you're interested in outdoor adventures, Sonamarg is a destination for your vacation itinerary.
Historically, Sonamarg was one of the pathways to the famous Silk Road. Connecting Kashmir to Tibet, this trade route was a link for transporting goods across several countries. Today, Sonamarg is an open meadow highlighted by the Sindh River nearby. Streaking through Sonamarg is the Srinagar-Leh Highway, too. It connects this area to other hill stations.
Indeed, Sonamarg resides at a high elevation of nearly 9,000 feet above sea level. Because of its height, Sonamarg is only accessible to visitors during the warmer months. Naturally, snow covers most of the area in the winter. Opening the roads isn't practical, which limits your access to spring, summer or fall visits.
By arriving after the snow melts, visitors can see Sonamarg in all its glory. With a name translating to "meadow of gold," this plateau explodes in the spring with colorful blossoms and green grasses. As an alpine meadow, Sonamarg is perfect for picnicking, photography or simply marveling at the mountainous landscape.
In addition, Sonamarg offers fishing opportunities at four locations, including Vishansar, Gadsar, Gangabal and Krishansar Lakes. For adventurous travelers, consider a pony ride to the Thajiwas Glacier. Here, explore this snowy area on foot. Because it's so accessible, this natural wonder is a popular choice for beginners and advanced hikers and explorers.
