The drive to Sonamarg is through yet another spectacular facet of
countryside in Kashmir, this time the Sindh Valley. Sonamarg, which
means 'meadow of gold' has, as its backdrop, snowy mountains against a
cerulean sky. The Sindh meanders along here and abounds with trout and
mahseer. Ponies can be hired for the trip up to Thajiwas glacier - a
major attraction during the summer months.
¤ Sonamarg Has Two-Fold Signifience
It is the starting point of a major trek passing several mountain lakes
- Vishansar, Kishansar, Gadsar, Satsar and Gangabal. One trek leads all
the way to the Amarnath cave. The other reason for Sonamarg's importance
lies in the fact that it is the last halt on the Kashmir side for the
drive from Srinagar to Leh. Sonamarg’s accommodation consists of
JKTDC bungalows that dot its hillsides.
Courtesy J&K Tourism
