Bangkok has many floating markets like the Amphawa Floating Market, Taling Chan Floating Market and Tha Kha Floating Market. These markets are known all over the world for diverse varieties of exotic fruits, vegetables and spices. But we have something in our homeland which is similar to these markets, yet much more splendid. And that’s the magnificent floating market at Dal Lake, Srinagar.

Nestled in the heart of Kashmir, Srinagar’s floating market is considered to be one of the best floating markets in the world. There’s a rarefied serenity even amid the hustle and bustle of this market, which will linger on your mind for a lifetime. And that’s why we think that you must go #Vocalforlocal and choose Srinagar’s floating markets over Bangkok’s.

The most mind-boggling aspect of Dal Lake is that it will give you a soul-captivating view of the majestic snow-capped Himalayas. In fact, this is the only floating market from where you can view the Himalayas. If you visit Bangkok, you’ll have the thrill of being on a foreign trip but you won’t be able to experience this magic over there. Also, once you visit Srinagar, you can also stay reside in a houseboat for a day or two or watch the gorgeous sunset behind the mountains that surround the lake.

Also, there’s a cosy, porch-style book cafe tucked away in the middle of the lake that has wide range of books across diverse genres.  With wooden bookshelves and quaint Kashmiri furnishings, the decor of this cafe will leave you utterly spellbound. Also, you can sit on its balcony, take sips of piping hot coffee and feast your eyes on the grandiose lake.

In Srinagar’s floating market, you’ll have the opportunity to glide with grace on the lap of mother nature! So, once all this ends, take some days out of your busy schedules and rush to this paradise on earth!