Shankaracharya Hill
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Ravindra R
4 contributions
Historical place
May 2021
Very best view of the beautiful city of Srinagar. The shikaras look like a jewel in the lake.
Best attraction to visit.
Best attraction to visit.
Written 11 June 2021
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Sonali D
8 contributions
Quiet ambience
Dec 2020 • Couples
It is one of the must visit places in Srinagar. The Temple is on the top of a Mountain, from where one can get entire view of Srinagar. The place is maintained by the Indian Army. Camera is not allowed there. Everyone has to entry his name and ph no with a valid ID proof before entire the premises. Main temple can be reached by climbing stairs, which may be difficult for the aged ones. The ambience of the temple is very calm and quiet.
Written 3 June 2021
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Jyothi81
Bengaluru, India17 contributions
Beautiful location
Apr 2021 • Family
Must see place, not just about the sanctity of the place but also the view from top are the best. Quite a few steps to go atop but worth it. Carry some water with you, as it will get tiring.
Written 11 May 2021
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Abhijeet Bhose
Dubai, United Arab Emirates42 contributions
Jai Bhole Nath ( phones and camera not allowed)
Apr 2021 • Family
It's a very famous Shiva Temple which is located on the top of the hill. After getting out of your car you hv to climb 150 Stairs. Not recommended if you have joint or breathing issues. Carry umbrella with you if you are going in a rainy season. Leave your all stuff in your car. As no point carrying your stuff at the Top.
Camera and Phones are not allowed. Do not try to do any stupid activities which might put you in trouble. Behave like a sensible Traveller.
Photo Taken of Temple while enjoying Shikara Ride in Dal Lake.
Camera and Phones are not allowed. Do not try to do any stupid activities which might put you in trouble. Behave like a sensible Traveller.
Photo Taken of Temple while enjoying Shikara Ride in Dal Lake.
Written 16 April 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Rohit Bihani
Kolkata, India155 contributions
Magnificent views
Apr 2021
The climb up to this temple is 242 steps (with breaks after every 11 steps), that takes you to the base of the temple from where we get a 360 degree view of Srinagar and all the lakes and mountains surrounding it. Then, a further climb of 54 steps takes you to the majestic shivling perched inside the Shankaracharya temple. The place is calm and serene, and a must visit for all Hindu devotees, and other tourists as well.
Written 14 April 2021
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gajaria
Mumbai, India151 contributions
Pinnacle of Hindu Civilization atop the Highest Point in Srinagar!
Apr 2021
Go early - ideally before 9 am - to avoid the harsh sunlight in certain months
Steep ~233 Steps to climb - Not for people with medical issues.
Such Holy Vibes once you reach the Top and Pray before one of the Largest Shivlings!
Superb All-Round 360 Degree Views of all of Srinagar from the terrace surrounding the temple.
Unfortunately, not allowed to take any cameras or mobile phones upto the temple due to stringent Security measures - these are understandable and are in the interest of everyone's safety. So no photos to take or share - but a beautiful memory etched in my mind's eye!
Steep ~233 Steps to climb - Not for people with medical issues.
Such Holy Vibes once you reach the Top and Pray before one of the Largest Shivlings!
Superb All-Round 360 Degree Views of all of Srinagar from the terrace surrounding the temple.
Unfortunately, not allowed to take any cameras or mobile phones upto the temple due to stringent Security measures - these are understandable and are in the interest of everyone's safety. So no photos to take or share - but a beautiful memory etched in my mind's eye!
Written 11 April 2021
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abizer p
Mumbai, India166 contributions
Fascinating
Apr 2021 • Family
You cant take Cameras here . Its an army post . Lot of security. The view feom this area is great. The whole city can be seen. Its an imp temple. Small.area . Long climb but not difficult.
Written 1 April 2021
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vinodadnani
Mumbai, India27 contributions
Great experience
Mar 2021 • Couples
Loved the place. On top of a hill.
2500 years old temple.
Bit of a climb so people with knee or breathing issues beware.
Worth going.
2500 years old temple.
Bit of a climb so people with knee or breathing issues beware.
Worth going.
Written 28 March 2021
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Amita
7 contributions
Amazing views
Mar 2021 • Family
One of the rare few temples in Shrinagar. Has religious significance and the views are definitely worth it. Provides all round view of Shrinagar and the surrounding mountains. Definitely worth a visit despite the 240 steps climb and security checks at the bottom of the stairs.
Written 17 March 2021
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Dipyd
Indore District, India7 contributions
good to see a temple in srinagar
Mar 2021
its on a hill. many security checks. you have to alight from vehicle u are tavelling and othrough checks and again board. The parking is lile away from stairs. No cameras allowed so cant take pics. thereare 243+30 stairs to be climed. The entire srinagar view is available from top. Its a shiva temple. The Police distribute prasad and tea free of cost as sewa is commendable. Its a good experience to visit the same.
Written 16 March 2021
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Marut M
Bhagalpur, India
My mother is 62 years old, will she be able to walk from temple to security point to temple
Jaspreet K
Thane, India5 contributions
Hi, She can with very frequent breaks. Steps are tall. Mostly depends on her fitness level. An aged person with knee joints pain will find it difficult. Thanks.
bbyvin
Mumbai, India5 contributions
Up to what point are private taxis allowed up the hill ? I plan to visit the temple.
Sharadha_SK
Singapore, Singapore29 contributions
You can go by the vehicle until the base (where the steps begin). There is a security point beyond which no phones/camera is allowed. It is quite an easy climb (takes about 20-30 minutes) if you are absolutely slow.
There is a viewing point halfway, so don't forget to stop your vehicle to enjoy those views.
bbyvin
Mumbai, India5 contributions
Is there a safe deposit facility for mobiles at the army check point ?
vgdeodhar
Nashik, India40 contributions
Hello, that is the problem with our securities all over India. They do not allow cellphones etc but have no system in place to safekeep such costly gadgets. You will have to keep it in your car or hired vehicle only.
Hello
Can someone please help me with the no of stairs to taken to reach temple
Dr Ujjawal P
Patna, India558 contributions
It’s approx 250 steps
subhash Agrawal
Rewa, India57 contributions
how can reach temple from dal lake area. auto/van/ walk?
Surya Katakam
Hyderabad, India1,249 contributions
There are many options available to reach this temple. You can hire cab and go there. Till base location you can go by cab and cab will be stopped there, from there you have to walk around 100 steps up. You will find good city view from this temple, specially Dal lake view.
kmudgal786
Jaipur, India
What is the best time to visit Srinagar or this surrounding area's? Any Risk or public transport is available?
Birthday554
Mumbai56 contributions
I would say September to December is good .
Things are bad now . Avoid till curfews are lifted .
For transport you have to hire a car depending on the number of people you are on a daily basis . It costs around 2000 a day locally .
Pankaj Patil
Pune, India
is it safe to travel srinagar and surrounding areas now?
Biprun S
delhi42 contributions
Just came back from the City. It is absolutely not safe right now. I would say not this year atleast. City has been under curfew from last 80 days and nothing is operating at all.
Allie K
Chennai, India
is there any dress code to visit temple?
spgoyalmnit
Hyderabad, India100 contributions
Dress code is not there. But security check is there at the entrance by Army. No need to worry about it.
But be aware from Pujari..He seems to greedy to me. He immediately remove the small bucks from thali to show other people that no one donate less than hundred . Donate in trample box (out side the temple) not to pujari..
krishna g
Chandigarh, India2 contributions
Hi There,
I am planning to visit on last week of Sep 2015 Srinagar, Sonmarg,Gulamarg, Pahalgam ( via sinthan top).
1. is it right time to visit in last week of sep 2015.
2. Nice, Serene, Calm house boats names in DAL lake.
3. To visit gulmarg,sonmarg,pahalgam can we get a taxi for 4 days how much will be cost for the same.
4. can we get a taxi there to visit sinthan top will the taxi's come there?
5. can we stay in kokernag during the night.
My main concern is to visit all 4 locations above and local sight seeing can we get a taxi for covering all these places without any problems as we see the taxi's say something during the booking and later they will not follow the same.
looking forward for helpfull replies to plan the memorable trip to paradise of india.
Regards,
Krishna
Manas Upadhay
Kolkata, India324 contributions
1. is it right time to visit in last week of sep 2015. - Yes, if your preference is green Kashmir.
2. Nice, Serene, Calm house boats names in DAL lake. - Preferably in Golden Dal Area. Chicago, Royal Dandu Palace, Golden Crest, New Cherry, New Australia
3. To visit gulmarg,sonmarg,pahalgam can we get a taxi for 4 days how much will be cost for the same. - Cost for Tavera -1750 - 1900. Depends on your bargaining skill
5. can we stay in kokernag during the night. - You wont get many staying options and the food quality is not good
Make it very clear to the driver that you want to visit the following places. repeat 3-4 times.
Manas
vishal774
Ludhiana, India5 contributions
hi sir
I am coming on 17 jan 2015 with 6 people group.
I want to know about bus facility from srinagar to jammu or katra.
Ashutosh-73
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India86 contributions
JKTC operates buses from Srinagar to Jammu and katra and there are many private bus operators too. However in January the traffic on Jammu Srinagar highway is often disrupted due to heavy snowfall.
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