Harud paints Kashmir in gold and crimson, captivated tourists visit in droves

Srinagar, Nov 26: Kashmir in the midst of autumn, known locally as ‘Harud’, has been transformed into a magical land of gold and crimson.

The Chinar trees, a symbol of Kashmir, take centre stage, their leaves changing into vibrant hues and carpeting the ground with golden beauty.

The stunning scenery is drawing hundreds of tourists, especially during October and November, making this season one of the best times to visit the Valley.

The Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Department is actively promoting ‘Harud’ to encourage more people to visit during this enchanting time.

Many visitors have been sharing stunning photos and videos of the autumn landscapes on social media platforms, inspiring others to plan their trips.

The Kashmir autumn transforms the Valley into a palette of red, brown, and gold hues, and lures thousands of tourists every year, particularly between October and November.

This transformation has gone so far that the once often-criticised Kashmir has become a breathtaking sight, making tourists flock from other parts of the country.

The Mughal Gardens like Nishat, Shalimar, Harwan, Cheshma Shahi, Pari Mahal, and Naseem Bagh, and other gardens like Chinar Bagh look fabulous with a golden carpet of fallen leaves, creating a picture-perfect scene against the backdrop of Zabarwan Hills.

A dream for many, autumn in Kashmir is the perfect feel and look of nature’s change.

Unlike other parts of India, Kashmir is an excellent experience to enjoy the dramatic changes of fall.

The Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Department has been promoting ‘Harud’, encouraging people to visit in that season.

It is also the turn of social media to place at the front door in the autumn of Kashmir. Those attending share photos and videos of colourful landscapes, attracting more people to the Valley.

With the change in weather to winter, snowfall in December is a possibility, and the higher ranges have already witnessed snowfall.

The tourists have been advised to enjoy the beautiful autumnal colours as long as the season lasts as they make memories in the Valley.