Yusmarg or Yousmarg is a hill station in the western part of
Kashmir Valley in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. It is situated 47 km
south of Srinagar the capital of the state.
Yusmarg in Kashmiri means The Meadow of Jesus. It is believed by
the natives that Jesus came to Kashmir and stayed at Yusmarg for some time. It
is an alpine valley covered with snow clad mountains and the meadows of Pine
and Fir, It lies 13 km south of Charari Sharief a town of Budgam district of
Jammu and Kashmir. It is situated at the bank of Doodganga River which is a
tributory of Jehlum River. It is a popular tourist destination, nestled within
the imposing Pir Panjal peaks, a sub range of Himalaya. The Peaks are: the
Sunset Peak and the Tatakooti Peak for which the expeditions lead from this
hill station. It lies at an altitude of 2396 metres above sea level.
Yusmarg has a great scope for adventure tourism. Doodganga a
river flows through this meadow. In its vicinity lies the alpine meadow of Tosa
Maidan. A trek of 4 km leads to a small Lake named as Nilnag surrounded by pine
trees. Another 10 km trek leads to the most interesting lake the frozen lake in
Sang-e-Safed valley, most portion of this lake is covered by ice even during
the summer. A number of tourist huts, restaurants and hotels are available for
lodging. The other activities include horse riding, fishing, skiing during
winter and photography.
A major trekking route from Yousmarg eads to a famous spot
called Tosa Maidan, a large meadow used for cattle grasing by nomads. This area
is connected through rough routes to places like Gulmarg and Poonch. The region
is full of springs , the one at Khag is most famous for the curative
properties.
The natural slopes of Yousmarg offer skiing opportunities to
experts. School camps and adventure lovers make a week to fortnights stay at
Yousmarg for the thrilling trekking routes around.Day treks are mostly
commenced by the visitors. Stay in personal tents is recommended for the
visitors intending to stay for longer duration. The expeditions to the various
peaks in the range can be organized through the reputed Travel Agents in
Srinagar.
Horse riding in the valley can be great fun, the ponywallas in
Yousmarg have quite reasonable charges for a ride compared to other
destinations. A visit in summer to a place like Yousmarg will positively be
cherished by every one in a group. Yousmarg is suitable for young couples, as
it is quietest place out of all tourist destinations.
Last few years of large tourist inflow into Kashmir valley has
seen the diversification of tourism to this wonderful destination. Most of the
travel agents include Yousmarg as one day trip in their packages
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