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Srinagar is in Jammu & Kashmir state with geographical coordinates of in North and in East. Explore the satellite map of Srinagar with high quality images in the page below. Also explore the aerial photographs of Map of Srinagar. The Total population of Srinagar is with Male and Female. |
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Introduction Srinagar is the summer capital of the Indian administered Jammu & Kashmir. It is the largest city in the Kashmir region and one of the biggest cities in India without Hindu majority. The city lies on the bank of the Jhelum River in Kashmir Valley. Srinagar is located on both sides of the river which passes through the city and the two parts are connected by bridges. The city is also famous for its nine old bridges. Hokersar, situated 14 km north of Srinagar is a wetland where thousands of migratory birds come from Siberia and Central Asia during winter season. Srinagar has an attractive scenic beauty. Due to its high elevation & northern position, Srinagar has a humid subtropical climate which is much cooler compared to rest of India. Srinagar valley is surrounded all sides by Himalayas. Summers are warm with maximum and minimum temperature 29.5°C and 10.6°C while winters are cool with temperature usually below freezing point at night. During winter entire district is covered by snow due to which Srinagar is cut off from rest of India. The average rainfall is around 710 millimeters annually. Srinagar weather is also has four seasons: spring, summer, autumn, winter. Spring season from March to early May is the wettest while autumn season from September to late November is the driest. Srinagar city has a population of 894,940, as per the census of 2001. More than 97% of the population is made up of Muslims with 2% Hindus and 1% others. HistoryThe city of Srinagar has a long history dating back at least to the 3rd century BC when the city was part of Maurya Empire. Buddhism was introduced by Ashoka to the valley. Srinagar was ruled by both Hindus and Buddhist independently in the past. The Mughal rule was established by Akbar in Srinagar and Kashmir valley. Srinagar is called real paradise on earth and known for its serene lakes and beautiful boathouses called shikaras Muslims make up the majority population in Srinagar. The overall population density is 99/km2 . The main languages spoken are Urdu, Kashmiri and Hindi. Srinagar has remained tourist destination for centuries so Tourism plays an important role in city's economy. It has well known lakes like Dal lake and Nagin lake known for its houseboats. Wheat and rice crops are cultivated in Srinagar valley along with fruits like apples. Handicrafts like weaving of woolen shawls and dress materials, and wood carving are significant segment for economy.Culture Srinagar has rich cultural heritage. There are many holy religious places for worship in Srinagar like Jama Masjid, Hazratbal Shrine, Kheer Bhawani, Hari Parbat and Shankaracharya Temple. The major population of the city is Muslims so predominant religion of the valley is Islam. In addition to this Hinduism and Buddhism also constitute part of the religion. Hindus consists of Kashmiri Pandits and Gujjars. Srinagar is famous for Kashmiri cuisines for example Dum Aloo, Chaman, Seek Kababs, Rogan josh, etc The cooking is a combination of non-veg and vegetables in the same dish. The traditional feast called Wazwan involves cooking dish in several different ways. The Kahwah is a black tea for the festive occasions made with saffron and spices. Other style of making tea in the region is nun chai or salt tea.Many festivals are celebrated in Srinagar like Urs(Ziarats) a distinctive festival celebrated by both Muslims and Hindus, Navroz festival in the month of March or April by Shia Muslims, Kheer Bhawani festival is the main festival of Hindus solemnized at the Kheer Bhawani temple, Eid ul-Fitr is also a popular Muslim festival, Ramzan festival in Srinagar is celebrated by both Muslim people and Kashmiri Pandits.
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State: Jammu & KashmirCountry: India Country ISO code: IN Passport Office: Passport Office of Srinagar Cooperative Banks: Cooperative Banks In Jammu And Kashmir NABARD Banks: NABARD Banks In Jammu And Kashmir Consumer Courts: Consumer Courts In Jammu And Kashmir Hospitals: Hospitals In Jammu And Kashmir Petrol Pumps: Petrol Pumps In Jammu And Kashmir Air Conditioner Dealers: Air Conditioner Dealers In Jammu And Kashmir Refrigerator Dealers: Refrigerator Dealers In Jammu And Kashmir Washing Machine Dealers: Washing Machine Dealers In Jammu And Kashmir RO Dealers: RO Dealers In Jammu And Kashmir Bike Dealers: Bike Dealers In Jammu And Kashmir Battery Dealers: Battery Dealers In Jammu And Kashmir Tyre Dealers: Tyre Dealers In Jammu And Kashmir Restaurants: Restaurants In Jammu And Kashmir Share Broking Companies: Share Broking Companies In Jammu And Kashmir Haj Committee: Haj Committee Of Jammu And Kashmir Mobile Dealers: Mobile Dealers In Jammu And Kashmir Mobile Service Centers: Mobile Service Centers In Jammu And Kashmir Laptop & Computer Dealers: Laptop & Computer Dealers In Jammu And Kashmir Laptop & Computer Service Centers: Laptop & Computer Service Centers In Jammu And Kashmir DTH Dealers: DTH Dealers In Jammu And Kashmir Telemarketing Companies: Telemarketing Companies In Jammu And Kashmir Car Dealers: Car Dealers In Jammu And Kashmir CBSE Schools: CBSE Schools In Jammu And Kashmir Cable Operators: Cable Operators In Jammu And Kashmir TIN NSDL Facilitation Centres: TIN NSDL Facilitation Centres In Jammu And Kashmir NGO: NGO In Jammu And Kashmir Western Union Money Transfer Agencies: Western Union Money Transfer Agencies In Jammu And Kashmir Rail Ticket Booking Agencies: Rail Ticket Booking Agencies In Jammu And Kashmir PAN Card Agents: PAN Card Agents In Jammu And Kashmir Chartered Accountants: Chartered Accountants In Jammu And Kashmir Insurance Companies: Insurance Companies In Jammu And Kashmir Blood Banks: Blood Banks In Jammu And Kashmir Car Service Centers: Car Service Centers In Jammu And Kashmir Courier Companies: Courier Companies In Jammu And Kashmir Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya: Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya In Jammu And Kashmir Kendriya Vidyalaya School: Kendriya Vidyalaya School In Jammu And Kashmir Speed Post Centers: Speed Post Centers In Jammu And Kashmir Money Changers: Money Changers In Jammu And Kashmir Cycle Dealers: Cycle Dealers In Jammu And Kashmir ESIC- Dispensaries & Hospitals : ESIC- Dispensaries & Hospitals In Jammu And Kashmir Mobile Connections Dealer: Mobile Connections Dealer In Jammu And Kashmir |
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Tahsils in Srinagar, Jammu And Kashmir, India Browse alphabetical list of all tehsils in Srinagar |
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