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RESIDENCY ROAD, SRINAGAR — Dec 27, 2025 The air on Residency Road smells faintly of woodsmoke, saffron, and frying shallots. It is 1:00 PM in Srinagar, and for the city’s culinary faithful, that means only one thing: the Tramiis being…
Gulmarg is not only about skiing and snow. After a cold day outside, you can enjoy warm rooms, fireplaces, heated pools, and beautiful hotels. Gulmarg is now one of Asia’s top ski destinations, and it also offers high-quality luxury stays.…
SRINAGAR, KASHMIR — Dec 26, 2025 For many, the dream of Kashmir is painted with images of Dal Lake houseboats and snow-capped Gulmarg resorts. But for a rapidly expanding segment of travelers, the true magic of the valley is found…
AALI KADAL, Srinagar | At 5:30 a.m., downtown Srinagar is still dark. The temperature has dropped below freezing. Most of the city is silent, except for a steady pounding sound coming from a small shop near the Zaina Kadal bridge.…
