AdministratorHow can I go to Amarnath from Pahalgam?
The nearest airport to Amarnath is the Srinagar airport. Anyway, the journey commences from Pahalgam which is a bus ride of 2 hours from the airport. The nearest railway station to Pahalgam remains the Jammu Tawi Railway Station. From there, you can reach Amarnath by helicopter, on foot, or by pony rides.
Which route is better for Amarnath Yatra?
The longer Amarnath Yatra route via Pahalgam is generally preferred by most of the devotees. The length of the trek varies from 36 to 48 km depending upon the devotion of the pilgrim. The trek usually takes 3-5 days one way. The Amarnath route is much wider than the Baltal trek and slopes gradually.
How do I get to Amarnath by road?
Amarnath Yatra by Road: Travel to Jammu by road and then to Srinagar and finally to Baltal or Pahalgam. The shortest trek to Amarnath is Baltal while an easier one is Pahalgam trek. Take the Pahalgam trek if you are traveling with families and elder people.
Is Amarnath trek difficult?
The journey to Amarnath is thus, not very difficult, as it is well connected by air and road. The frequency of buses and taxis is also ample which make the journey fairly easier and cheaper. Special helicopters are also made functional during the time of the Yatra.
Which route is better Baltal or Pahalgam?
Pahalgam is better one according to me,though it takes 2-3 days to reach the cave,but journey is quite scenic and the baltal route is shorter but quite rough.So better to go by pahalgam route and return via baltal route. From baltal to sringar,distance is 80 kms and will take 4-5 hours.
How do I get to Sheshnag lake?
Access. Sheshnag Lake is situated 120 kilometers east from Srinagar and 23 km from Pahalgam. It can be accessed 113 km by road up to Chandanwari from which ponies can be hired to cover a trek of 7 km upslope to reach the Sheshnag Lake. Amarnath Temple is situated 20 kilometers north of this lake.
How can I prepare for Amarnath Yatra?
Preparation: It is important for the pilgrims and visitors to know about the preparations of the Amarnath Yatra. Medical certificate is a must before taking the arduous journey. Moreover, the authorities also take care of various preparations like water availability and uninterrupted power supply.
How far is Amarnath Cave from panchtarni?
Panchtarni lies at a distance of 40 km from Pahalgam, which serves as the base camp for AmarnathYatra. From Panchtarni, a 6 km trek will take you to the holy Amarnath Cave.
How do I get from Sheshnag lake to Pahalgam?
Sheshnag Lake is located approx 11 Km away from Chandwari base camp which is 18 kms away from Pahalgam. The only way to visit this lake is by undertaking Amarnath Yatra via Pahalgam route.
How do you get from Sheshnag lake to Pahalgam?
How to reach Amarnath from Jammu to Pahalgam?
Pahalgam – Amarnath route is the traditional route of the Amarnath Pilgrimage that has been followed by the pilgrims over the years. The distance between Jammu to Pahalgam can be covered by taxi or buses. These are available at Tourist Reception Centre J&K Govt, Raghunath Bazaar early in the morning.
How to reach Chandanwari from Pahalgam?
Chandanwari: The distance from Pahalgam to Chandanwari is 16km. The route is relatively good and can be covered by road transport also. Mini-buses are also available from Pahalgam to reach Chandanwari with trail running along the Lidder River. Pilgrims camp at Pahalgam or Chandanwari on the first night where food is also available.
What is the distance between Amarnath and Kolkata?
The distance between Kolkata and Amarnath is 1804 km and mostly taxi journey is preferred by the tourists. The distance between Mumbai and Amarnath is around 1714 km which is almost a 29-hour journey by road. Taxi journey is mostly preferred to cover the distance.