Tourism has taken off in North Kashmir with over 5.20 lakhs domestic and foreign tourists visiting the tourist spots in the border regions across the Line of Control.
There are plenty of tourists coming to visit the border.
Gurez has become the most popular tourist spot.
Thanks to it’s spectacular scenery and majestic mountains Gurez has become the popular spot for tourists seeking a peaceful break. Keran in Kupwara was next.
Lolab, Tangdhar and Tulail have all become popular destinations for adventure lovers and nature lovers thanks to the efforts of the Administration and GoI to make these premium high altitude valleys accessible and welcoming.
The key part of this story is that there is a win-win for the locals.
Multiple magazines and portals are providing an opportunity to connect the valley to the world by highlighting the potential of the home stay industry in Keran and handcrafts in Karnah. In addition to this the self help groups are making great amounts of money.
These figures show how the local economy is thriving. There are now home stay opportunities available, local artists have new customers and youth have opportunities in the hospitality industry.
Every tourist who visit these beautiful tourist spots help contribute to the local economy.
The enthusiasm of both domestic and foreign tourists shows how much they enjoy the breathtaking attractions.
With improved connectivity, increased awareness and friendly locals this has made the region very welcoming. Families, adventure lovers and nature lovers are enjoying their own unique experiences.
This is a positive trend showing how resilient and friendly the people in North Kashmir are.
Responsible tourism has also been highlighted in this region. The area is very untouched and we are respecting the local culture. This means every family will benefit from the increase in tourists.
Gurez and Keran are becoming very popular which means this region will be a good example of responsible tourism. J&K have started well and the future looks bright!
