Ep 4 Srinagar to Pahalgam | Saffron Fields | Pampore”s Sheermal | Awantipur Ruins | Kashmir Tourism

This was our 4th day in Kashmir. The video was shot on 20th April, we started from Srinagar to travel to Pahalgam.

The distance from Srinagar to Pahalgam is 90 km, tourists take halt at multiple locations, enroute to Pahalgam, we also did the same.

Pahalgam is a popular tourist destination in Jammu and Kashmir, known for its scenic beauty and proximity to the picturesque Lidder Valley. The journey takes around 3 to 4 hours, depending on the traffic and road conditions.

Saffron Fields - As you drive through Pampore, you'll come across vast fields of saffron flowers. Pampore is renowned for its saffron production, and during the blooming season (usually in October), the fields create a stunning sight with vibrant colors.

Saffron at Pampore - we bought saffron fromJannat-e-Kashmir - This is one of the Dry fruit shops in Pampore, There are about 80 to 100 sellers there, who have their own farm.

During my tour I noticed that sellers of Pampore generally push you to buy 5 gm minimum saffron, Many buyers may want a lesser quantity.

Price at which I bought saffron from Pampore is Rs 250 per gm.

Sheermal in Pampore - During our visit, we wanted to see the making process of sheermal, which we saw in Pampore, one of the bakery shop named Hemalini sheermal house, we saw the process & also tasted to.

Awantipora Ruins - Situated in Awantipora, these ruins are remnants of ancient Hindu temples built during the 9th century. The site showcases impressive stone carvings and intricate architecture, offering insights into Kashmir's rich cultural heritage.

Dezire inn near Awantipora Ruins - In lunch we had Nadru Palak along with kashmiri Pulao.

Hallamulla - There are many factory & shop of Bat, we visited Good luck sports industries, they had wide variety of Tennis Ball bat to Professional bat made of Willow tree, which is found only in Kashmir. Price Range from Rs 300 to Rs 3500, many tourist stop by when they visit to pahalgam.

Hallamulla Sangam - There we saw the confluence of Vishav river & Jhelum river. This is about 50 km from Srinagar.

Evergreen Resort - We stop by to had tea, famous restaurant enroute to Pahalgam.

Dana Pani - This is a pure vegetarian restaurant in pahalgam, we had Kadai Paneer & Rajma for dinner.

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[virenderkumar]

All of you are the real promoter of Indian tourism, culture, hospitality etc. Harish ji too GOOD, thanks for your time.

[neerajsaxena]

I felt devastated to watch the ruins of Awantipur temple, Pampore's yields (Mamra Badam, saffron and special quality walnut) are pretty awesome. Green Nadru (even being too oily) and Kashmiri Pulao look super yummy. Pahalgam is so wonderful, I wish Kashmir should flourish like never before. Every Indian is proud of Kashmir for lush green nature, snow peaked mountains, supre tasty food and so humble people.

[prasanbharti]

हरिषजी, कमाल का एपिसोड. केशर की खेती और बादाम के पेडोंपर कच्चे बादाम आजतक किस ट्रॅव्हल व्लॉग में नही देखें थे। आप बहोत सोचकर पॅशनसे और ऐसा कुछ जो आजतक जादा हायलाईट नही हुवा है, ऐसा कुछ अच्छा दिखानेकी कोशिशें हमेंशा करते हो, इसलिये आपके व्हिडिओ सबसे अलग होते है। काश्मीर का खाना, लोग और नेचर तीनों बातोंको आपने बहोतही अच्छी तरीकेसे दिखाया। बहोत, बहोत धन्यवाद 🙏😀🌻

[rameshkoppaka]

Kashmiri palao and nadru palak .. I had lunch just now but feeling hungry hearing these two

[RajeevKumar-muwb]

The Avantipur temple looks so so beautiful even after being

[nethajikolisetty]

For the first time, I came to know about Avanthi temple ruins in Kashmir. It was a splendid temple. Everyone should uphold their heritage and culture.

[runarunkumar]

Harishjee is unique. He sees, feels, makes us feel we are there . We are his co-passengers.

[anjalidhende]

You are one and only travel voggler who give this much detailing in every thing whether it is food or siteseing. Very nice experience. Thank you Sir🎉

[rrohitmishra]

हरीश जी, एपिसोड बहुत इनफॉर्मेटिव और एंजॉयबल था। आपको खाना खाते देख देख कर मेरे भी एक्सप्रेशंस आपकी तरह होने लगे हैं, जो की बहुत हास्यास्पद प्रतीत होता है।

[RayalaseemaRailfan]

Finally I got to see Kashmiri Palav but the highlight was the details on Kesar, Badam and Kashmiri willow bats

[masoudlone]

You are showing real Kashmir.Thank you

[sunilbidrole]

the cricket bat factory was amazing and also the saffron, badam and akrot was simply best episode 👌.

[VickyVlogs]

Sir aap ki ek khaas baat h or Woh h itminaan ❤😊

[ajitvarma]

I am regularly watch your video.
Your vlogs are exceptional giving very detailed information on food, history of place and flora funa.
I will use this information for my plan kashmir trip.

[akbarrahimtula]

Your video is awsome ❤😍⭐⭐👌👌 look forward for your road trip to New Delhi from Srinagar

[ranisubramanian]

Brilliant episode, hats off to you Sir. The time you have spent in detailing is commendable and outstanding. Usually we just get to see an overall view with glimpses here and there. Saffron fields were amazing, also the ksheermal making process. Driver seems a cool guy who enjoys travelling and has cognisance of the interest of the traveller which is most important. Patience... Yes that's the beautiful word that can be attributed to the entire team. Such episodes give clarity to someone who loves travelling and exploring . Thank you for a wonderful virtual tour . Keep up the good work. It would be helpful if the driver contacts are shared so that we can also make use of his services .

[dollyrao]

Excellent
Very happy to see
Jammu and Kashmir
Thank you for the complete sightseeing

[jisupradhan]

Hi Harish Sir, Hope you are well and safe! Just wanted to say you Thank you for the great videos you are bringing for us and this one especially was just top notch! the way you explains and covers the reality is something mesmerizing sir. May you have a great health and long life so that we can tour digitally with you. so much of infotainment! Love you sir ❤

[HemantSahu-izjn]

At present l don't think that we will be visiting kashmir but by your descent presentation l could be able to see Kashmir which is really heaven, thanks a lot.

[vpat_patv]

Pampore Kesar is there in our house also. We purchased it from a Kashmiri trader who had setup his Kashmiri product stall in an exhibition in Bangalore few months ago. Even he explained the same process to recognise proper Kesar. Now we are using pure kesar in our special dishes.