The valley in Kashmir that no travel site will tell you about!

Bangus Valley is a beautiful place set in the northern region of Kashmir’s Kupwara district. Calling Bangus Valley Kashmir’s one of the best-kept secrets won’t be incorrect. Earlier, the stunning valley was a conflict-ridden zone, but today Bangus is noted for its lush greenery and rich vegetation.

The valley is set beautifully at an elevation of 10000 ft above sea level. This newly discovered destination has seen a boost in tourist footfall in recent times only. The main valley has two regions known as Bod Bangus (Big Bangus) and Lokut Bangus (Small Bangus).

These two valleys are all about meadows, mountains and streams.

Talking about Bangus, it is a stunning postcard destination that leaves every tourist enchanted. The place is perfect for offbeat travellers looking for a change. Those with a punch for discovering the undiscovered, Bangus Valley is one of the best choices!

Location

Bangus Valley in Kupwara district is about 90 km drive from Srinagar and can be reached easily from here. There are regular buses and trains available to reach the destination.

How to reach?

By Air: Set at a distance of 90 km from Kupwara, Sheikh Ul Alam international airport in Srinagar is the closest airport.

By Train: The closest railway station for Kupwara is at Baramulla, which is about 64 km away.

By Road: Local cabs and taxis are available from Srinagar cab stands easily. The roads are not well-developed but travellers can reach there easily. But the government is taking measures to develop the valley to enhance the prospects of tourism.

Best time to visit Bangus Valley

Bangus is a year-long destination and can be visited anytime. You can witness immense greenery between the months of April and September and during the winter months, the place turns into a winter wonderland!