Houseboats in Kashmir
The valley of Kashmir has enormous beauty. There are a lot of things that add beauty to this valley including the rich tradition, the cultural values, the handicrafts, the cuisine, and much more. The houseboats in Kashmir are one of the main attractions in the famous water bodies of Kashmir valley.
The houseboats in Kashmir are also known as floating houses. These floating houses were firstly made by foreigners, for they were highly restricted to do any constructions on the land of Jammu and Kashmir. These restrictions were set by the native kings of this place. So, they set up their houses on the water surface. Houseboats in Kashmir are found in different lakes, where the water is stagnant and clear. Dal lake is the main place where these beautiful floating hoses are set up for the visitors. On Nigeen lake, there are also luxurious category houseboats that can be seen in large numbers.
The houseboat is made of pure Cedarwood, which stays in the water for a long time and did not get bruised or do not get cracked. While entering the houseboat you will witness a beautiful porch area where you sit and enjoy the beautiful and alluring view of Dal lake. Most of the houseboats start with the entry in the artificial manicured garden.
There are almost four bedrooms in every houseboat. The rooms are decorated so well with the wooden panels and different designs on walnut wood. Every room has got perfect and comfortable bedding and furniture.
After spending a night in the houseboat, the morning view of the Dal lake is breathtaking. The package booked under Duke Kashmir Travels can make your visit and stay at the houseboat. The shikara can take you from the banks of the Dal Lake to the entrance of the houseboats.
How to reach:-
The houseboats are present in Dal lake and Nigeen lake. From the main Srinagar International Airport, it will take you almost 30 minutes to reach here.