The meadow of gold, below glaciers
The meadow of gold, at about 2,800 m on the road to Ladakh, where the Sindh valley opens out below the glaciers. Thajiwas Glacier is a short pony ride or walk from the road head. The Zojila pass beyond Sonamarg closes in winter.
Getting around. The village is small. Ponies and taxis go to Thajiwas Glacier from the road head, and the walk is also possible when the ground is clear.
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Best time to visit
May
The snow retreats and the meadows turn green.
Almond and cherry blossoms bloom across the valley. Tulip Garden in Srinagar is the largest in Asia. Ideal for sightseeing.
Peak season. Warm days perfect for Sonamarg, Pahalgam, and shikara rides on Dal Lake.
Chinar trees turn gold and crimson. Saffron fields bloom in October. Fewer crowds, stunning colours.
Gulmarg gets 4–5 m of snow — the best skiing in South Asia. Dal Lake occasionally freezes.
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