Introduction
Dal lake is one of the most beautiful lakes of India surrounded by mountains on its three sides and is dotted by Mughal gardens. The 6.4 km long and 4km wide lake stands as a beautiful imagination or a romantic poetry on the surface of clean water shadowed with the groves of chinar. The lake is composed of several scenic lakes offering distinctive experience and feel to its visitors. Thousands of boats and Shikaras floating on the eastern bank of the lake offers enjoyments and peace to the tourists.


Quick Facts
Location : 8 km east of Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir
Altitude : 1,583
Surface area : 21,200,000 m2
Volume : 9,830,000 m3
Maximum depth : 6 m
Mean depth : 1.37 m
Length of shoreline : 15,500 m
Climate : 29.5 - 7.3ºC
Best Time To visit : June to early November

Attraction in and Around the Dal Lake
Nishat Garden
On the bank of the Dal lake, Nishat Garden is one of the most magnificent Mughal gardens. The back drop of Zabarwan hills and views of the lake is nothing a window to God's paradise on earth. It was built by Asif Khan, Queen Nur Jahan's brother.

The Hazrathalbal Shrine
The Hazrathalbal Shrine is white marble spiritual center on the left bank of the famous Dal Lake. The shrine offers aesthetic construction and has the sacred hair of the Prophet Muhammad which is made public on various occasion.

The Shankaracharya temple
The Shankaracharya temple also known as the Takht-I-Sulaiman is a sacred pilgrimage located on one of the two hillocks of Dal lake. Dedicated to great seer and philosopher, Shankaracharya, the temple offers a panoramic views of the lake with a spiritual glance.

Ride of Shikara and Boat
Without riding on them, your visit to Dal lake is worthless. Thousands of beautiful Shikara and boat on east bank are ready to float over the water of the lake and taking you Mughal gardens and mosques set a side the lake. Photograph the nature while riding over it.

Dal Lake Air/Rail/Road Links

Airport :	Dal Lake in Srinagar District can be reached by air from all parts of the country. The nearest airport is located in Badgam 25 km away from the lake.
Railway Station :	If you want to reach by rail, Udhampur in Jammu is the nearest railhead and offers regular trains from all important cities of India.
Bus Station :	Srinagar, the city of Dal Lake is connected by National Highway NH1A at Jammu around 300 km.
Local :	Buses and taxis are local means to move all around the Srinagar.

Famous Hotels in Srinagar
House boat and Shikaras are your first priority to enjoy accommodation on cheeks of the lake. Then many other hotels are lined on Boulward road offering beautiful views of lake and other natural splendors around the lake. Some prominent hotels include :

Other attractions near Srinagar
Gulmarg
Located 48 km from the city, Gulmarg is one of the most popular picnic sites of India. With lined tall Deodars and undulating flower meadows, Gulmarg is world wide known for its highest one golf course in the world.

Pahalgam
Pahalgam is known for Amarnathji and famed trekking routes. Located on the bank of beautiful Indus river, Pahalgam is set up in the lap of Himalayan pine forest. It is the famous base to start the holy visit of Amarnathji.