Easily Book A Shikara Ride At Dal Lake On A Mobile App: Top 5 Things To Do At The Scenic Location
Tourists visiting Kashmir’s Dal Lake are in for a new experience. People can now book shikara rides at the Dal Lake through a mobile app.
With this first water transport service in Asia, tourists can now enjoy hassle-free shikara rides at Dal Lake. The freshwater lake is known for offering stunning views of the hills and mountains from the cozy Shikara rides. With its clear blue waters, lush green hills, and colourful houseboats, a shikara ride on the Dal Lake is a must-enjoy activity when in Kashmir.
Now, with the mobile application, tourists can pre-book shikara rides in Kashmir’s Dal Lake. The rides will be available at government-regulated rates to ensure fair pricing for the tourists. In case you are planning to visit Dal Lake in Kashmir, then here are the top five things that you must do.
1. Stay In A Houseboat
Apart from taking a shikara ride and admiring the local market, you can also stay overnight or for a few days on a houseboat. These traditional boats offer comfortable rooms with amazing views of the lake and mountains.
2. Explore The Floating Market
Soak in Kashmir’s local culture by exploring the floating market. Local vendors sell things like flowers to even handicrafts on their boats. The best time to visit the market is in the morning as that is when the market comes alive.
3. Visit The Nishat Bagh And Shalimar Bagh
These Mughal-era gardens are situated near the Dal Lake. While Nishat Bagh offers beautiful views of the lake with its terraced gardens, Shalimar Bagh is known for its traditional Mughal design which has been adorned with walkways and fountains.
4. Shopping For Kashmiri Handicrafts
Kashmir is known for its unique handicrafts such as Pashmina shawls, carpets, papier-mâché items, and wooden artifacts. These make for great souvenirs to carry back home.
5. Attend Local Cultural Events
Depending on when you visit Dal Lake, you can also attend local cultural events or festivals. Traditional Kashmiri music, dance, and theater performances sometimes take place near the lake and they are an experience of a lifetime.