Major Attractions

River Liddar has a number of picnic spots around it. Spend some leisurely moments by the river bank. Pahalgam is a part of Asia's only saffron growing area. While visiting Pahalgam, you can see the saffron plants in full bloom in the month of November.It is an ideal place for adventure enthusiasts too. People love to go angling, trout fishing, horse riding, golf, snow skiing and trekking here.
Pahalgam is the starting point of the Amarnath yatra, a pilgrimage to the holy cave shrine of Amarnath (abode of Lord Shiva). During the months of July/August, thousands of pilgrims pass through Pahalgam to reach the holy cave of Amarnath. For a picturesque view of the snow clad mountains, take a walk in the Baisaran Pine Forests (5 km).