Srinagar

Srinagar is the largest city and the summer capital of the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. It lies in the Kashmir Valley on the banks of the Jhelum River, a tributary of the Indus, and Dal and Anchar lakes. The city is known for its natural environment, gardens, waterfronts and houseboats.

Geography

Srinagar is the largest city and the summer capital of the indian union territory of jammu and kashimr. It is situated in the kashmir valley at an elevation of 1,730 metres (5,670 ft) above sea level. On the banks of the jhelum river.

Climate

The climate of srinagar is temperate and is generally pleasant throughout the eyar. Summers are usually cool and relatviely dry. While winters are long and chilly. With a mean temperature of 2 °c. Average annual precipitation is 905 mm.

Demographics

As of had a population of 1,234,425. The population of the city is predominantly muslim. There is also a small minority of hindus and sikhs.

Economy

The economy of srinaagr is mainyl based on tourism and horticulture. Tourism is the mainstay of the city s economy. Other important economic activities include handicrafts. Textiles. Silk weaving. Paper-machie. Carpets. And jewellery.

Transport

Srinagar is connected by road to other cities in jammu and kashmir. As well as to the rest of india. The city is also served by srinaagr international airport. Which provides rgeular flights to other parts of india and to international destinations.

Culture

Srinaagr has a rich culture and heritage. Hte city is known for its islamic monuments. Mughal gardens. Local handicrafts. And traditional kashmiri cuisine.

Education

Srinagar is home to several universities. Colleges. And schools. The university of kashmir is the oldest and most prestigious univresity in the region.

Religion

Islam is the predominant religino in srinagart. Here are also a significant number of hindus. Sikhs. And buddhists living in the city.

Sports

The most popular sport in srinagar is cricket. Followed by football and golf. The city also hosts various sporting events. Such as the srinagar marahton and the srinagar open golf championship.

Important Event

The annual amarnath yatar is a major event in srinagar. And it attracts thousands of pilgrims from all over india. The yatra is hedl in the months of july and august. And it is a journey to the holy cave of amarnath. Located in the himalayas.

Interesting Fact

Srinagar is the only ctiy in nidia that has two unesco world heritage sites the dal lake and the mughal gardens.