Winter in Kashmir: Top 10 Places You Must Visit

By Priyanka Roshan | Oct 23, 2024

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Gulmarg

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Pahalgam

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Srinagar

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Sonamarg

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Betaab Valley

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Yusmarg

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Aru Valley

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Kupwara

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Doodhpathri

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Patnitop

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