Pahalgam
is in Anantnag District and is about 96 Kms from Srinagar. The nearest Airport
is in Badgam Distt. This Airport is connected with major cities of India.The
nearest Rail Head is at Jammu and from there National Highway NH1A connects
the Kashmir valley with India. The road to Pahalgam takes from Khannabal or
alternatively from Bijbehara villages from this National Highway. Every sort
of transportto suit every budget from Buses to Taxisply on this Highway.
Pahalgam has a golf course at 2400 meters above the sea level. Camping equipment,
ponies and skiing equipment is readily available. Kolahoi is a popular destinantion
via Aru a charming meadow. Pahalgam is base camp for the pilgrims of Amarnath.
It takes around 10 to 12 hours to cross this mountaineous road which crosses
some beautiful spots andthe famous Jawahar Tunnel linking Kashmir Valley with
India. Bus service is available from Srinagar and Anantnag which leave at fixed
time from the Bus stands.Taxis and other sort of transport can be hired from
Srinagar at pre-fixed rates.Assistance isavailable at Tourist Reception Centre
Srinagar. On Road to Pahalgam one comes across the beautiful Lidder Valley with
important spots of Mattan and Aishmuqam.