The moment you step into Srinagar, even an atheist will be flabbergasted to see God’s creativity. Such is the beauty of this place, comprising flocks of indulgent houseboats, picturesque gardens, beauteous wooden mosques and medieval-looking backstreets surrounded by Himalayan villages. The city offers you everything from great food, adventure sports and shopping to visiting places boasting of serenity and grandeur. The capital city of Kashmir is still known for preserving the imprints of British and Mughals.

Srinagar has a multifaceted and unique cultural blend not only from a cultural perspective, but also in terms of geography, demography, ethics and social entities that stands tall. To enjoy the grandeur of this magnanimous city, one needs to soak into the spirits of their culture and traditions. And, this is only possible when you plan your stay in a homestay. The homestays in Srinagar offers a good mix of awesome food and spectacular sightseeing options. More or less all the homestays are registered with Jammu & Kashmir Tourism Department. The residents of Srinagar are very friendly and they go out of their way to help you explore the city. Get ready to jot down the quick tips, which will be very useful in navigating inside the city. These friendly gestures will serve more or less as an ice breaker to a visitor or a stranger.

You can opt for staying anywhere in the city. Here are a few recommendations, which will come handy when you plan your vacation in Srinagar. You can plan your accommodation in Rajbagh, which is a posh locality in Srinagar that houses a large number of homestays. Since it is the heart of the city, choosing an accommodation here will serve as an advantage. You can also choose to stay in Boulevard Road, overlooking the enormous and serene Dal Lake. There are few homestays near Nageen Lake which are worth a try. There are umpteen homestays that are just 15 minute drive from the Srinagar airport. All you need to do is check the availability and book your stay. The other places where you find awesome homestays are Kralsangri, Brein Nishat, Munawarabad, Hazratbal Road and Bishamber Nagar.

There are a huge number of traditional well furnished and comfortable houseboats that are run by families on the Dal Lake. These boats are available at reasonable price and come with all meals inclusive package.

For the shopaholics, the areas around Lal Chowk, Residency Road, Badshah Chowk and Polo View Market are a must visit. Do not miss the Floating Vegetable Market and Kashmir Government Arts Emporium. Watch the sunset in the evening as you take a walk down the Boulevard Road, which is the main street along the Dal Lake. A large number of visitors come here to watch the lovely sunset. The Mughal Gardens, Hari Parbat, Pari Mahal and Nageen Lake are the few most visited attractions in Srinagar. For the religious folks, Shankaracharya Mandir and The Hazratlbal Shirne are considered sacred and a must-see even by the locals. While you are at Srinagar, do visit Sonamarg, Gulmarg and Pahalgam.

For a homestay recommendation in Srinagar, visit Dove Cottage.