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THE PART 2 OF TRIP TO KASHMIR ; )

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Trip to Kashmir- A Day in Gilmarg We woke up early at 7 AM, ready to begin our adventure from Srinagar to Gulmarg. As we entered the buffet area for breakfast, we were the first ones there—seems like the people of Kashmir wake up later than we do! They seemed surprised to see us so early and eager to explore. It was a chilly 0°C in Srinagar, and the moment we stepped out of the hotel, I felt my legs and arms start to shiver. It was my first time experiencing such cold weather—temperatures below 15°C. After about two hours of scenic driving, we finally arrived at Gulmarg around 10:30 AM. To my delight, I saw snow for the first time in my life. The view of the snow-covered mountains during the drive was nothing short of magical. The cold was biting as we rented jackets to brave the freezing temperatures—minus 7°C in Gulmarg. We decided to take a ride on the Gulmarg Gondola, the famous cable car that takes you up the mountain. The cold was so intense that when I removed my gloves to tak...
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Hey little traveller, welcome to Travel Diaries with your buddy. You found your way here — somehow, someway. And honestly, that makes me smile. :) This blog isn’t fancy. It’s not some big, professional thing. It’s just... me. A little space where I can write, breathe, and maybe share a few thoughts with whoever’s listening. Today, I want to share a piece of my heart — my experience in Kashmir . It’s one of those places that doesn’t feel real — like it was taken straight out of a storybook and gently placed on Earth. The mountains stand tall and silent, always wrapped in snow, like ancient giants watching over the valley. The air is fresh and cool. Everything feels calm, like the world has slowed down just a little. In the early mornings, mist floats softly above the ground like something magical. The lakes — especially Dal Lake — are so still they look like mirrors. Shikaras glide slowly, like a dream drifting through time. Yeah… that was my view of Kashmir. :) We didn’t pl...