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One of the holy Trinity, Shiva is a living God. the most sacred and the most ancient book of India, the Rigveda evokes his presence in its hymns. Vedic myths, rituals and even astronomy testify to his existence from the dawn of time. But Shiva, Destroyer, the mendicant, is undefinable : He is a great yogi. Legend has it that Shiva recounted to Parvati the secret of creation in a Cave in Amarnath. Unkown to them a pair of mating doves eavesdropped...

Just 4 Kms up the hill from Hotel Nehrus, ancient Shankaracharya Temple is situated on an 1100 feet high hill which forms the Back drop of Hotel Nehrus. The Shiva temple, as Kalhana believes, was constructed by Raja Gopadatya in 371 B.C. and, as such, is the oldest shrine in Kashmir, though it is not certain if the temple existed in the same form as it had been built more than two thousands years ago. The first repair of the temple is believed to...

You can visit the old city by Auto Rickshaw or Taxi. There are 8 Bridges (old & new) over the river. Visiting the old city in a Shikara through River Jehlum is an experience in itself. The beauty of the old city with ancient architecture located on both sides of the river is very satisfying for those interested. There are House Boats and Doongas on both sides of the River

The Royal Springs Iternational Golf Course has the choicest location in the valley. It hosts international Golf Tournaments and has the acclaim of many a International Golfers

Ancient Zishta Devi Temple is a very hot favourite of the Kashmiri Hindu. It is only 3 Kms away from the hotel. Its picturesque surroundings and the back drop of the Green Zabarwan Mountain is unique in its own way

Long line of tourist House Boats exists just opposite to the hotel. It is a wonderful view from the window of the hotel especially in the night when the lights are on.

8Kms by road and about an hours ride by Shikara from the Hotel, Hazratbal Shrine is very sacred among the local population both Muslims and Hindus. People turn up in large numbers to offer Nimaz here every Friday or on any religious occasion. Its architecture is very heart rendering and its location invaluable.

Shikaras are available on the Door steps. You can have a ride anytime during the day or late in the night. It is an experience of a life Time. You can visit Nehru Park, Char Chinari, Nishat Garden and Hazratbal Shrine by Shikara.