Three Valleys, One Journey The standard Kashmir itinerary follows a well-worn triangle: Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam. That route has earned its popularity — the destinations are genuinely impressive, the roads are good, and the infrastructure can absorb large numbers of visitors without much strain. But Kashmir is considerably larger and more varied than that triangle suggests, and the northern arc of the valley — the region stretching from the Line of Control near Keran throu

Mandeksar or Mundeksar is a vast high-altitude meadow and wetland ecosystem in the upper reaches of Marwah Valley, Kishtwar district, Jammu & Kashmir. Located towards Mount Nun—the highest peak in Jammu & Kashmir—it stretches nearly 7–9 kilometres in length and over a kilometre wide in places, making it one of the largest and least explored alpine landscapes in the western Himalayas. This guide covers everything you need to know, including the trek route, itinerary, camping,

The First Time I Saw Aharbal Some places stay with you long after you've left them. For me, Aharbal Waterfall is one of those places.I first visited Aharbal in 2009, riding from Srinagar on a motorcycle with my friend Zubair, who wanted to meet a few friends in the area. As we left Shopian behind, the road narrowed through dense forests and the sound of rushing water slowly grew louder. Long before I saw the waterfall, I could hear it echoing through the valley. When Aharbal