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Kashmir's holy places in one guide: Hazratbal, Jamia Masjid, Khanqah-e-Moula, Shankaracharya, Kheer Bhawani, Martand, Charar-i-Sharif, Amarnath and more, with visiting tips.
Kashmir has been a meeting place of Sufi Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism and Sikhism for centuries, and its holy places range from wooden shrines on the Jhelum to hilltop temples and the ruins of 8th and 9th century stone temples. Most are in or near Srinagar and fit easily into a sightseeing day.
In Srinagar
- Hazratbal Shrine - the white marble shrine on the shore of Dal Lake, revered for the relic it holds. Hazratbal guide.
- Jamia Masjid - the great wooden mosque of the old city, with hundreds of deodar pillars around a central courtyard. Jamia Masjid guide.
- Khanqah-e-Moula (Shah-e-Hamadan) - a carved and painted wooden shrine on the bank of the Jhelum. Khanqah-e-Moula guide.
- Pathar Masjid - a stone mosque across the Jhelum, built in the Mughal period. Pathar Masjid guide.
- Makhdoom Sahib - the Sufi shrine on the slope of Hari Parbat. Makhdoom Sahib.
- Shankaracharya Temple - the hilltop Shiva temple above Dal Lake, with wide views of the city. Shankaracharya guide.
Across the valley
- Kheer Bhawani - the spring temple at Tulmulla in Ganderbal, sacred to Kashmiri Pandits. Kheer Bhawani guide.
- Martand Sun Temple - the ruins of an 8th century sun temple near Anantnag. Martand guide.
- Avantipora ruins - 9th century temple ruins on the Srinagar to Pahalgam road. Avantipora guide.
- Charar-i-Sharif - the shrine of the Sufi saint Sheikh Noor-ud-Din Noorani in Budgam, on the way to Yusmarg. Charar-i-Sharif guide.
- Aishmuqam - a hillside Sufi shrine on the road to Pahalgam. Aishmuqam shrine.
- Baba Reshi - a Sufi shrine near Tangmarg, below Gulmarg. Baba Reshi shrine.
- St Mary's Church, Gulmarg - built in 1902, in the Gulmarg meadow.
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Pilgrimages
- Amarnath Yatra - the July and August pilgrimage to the Amarnath cave from Pahalgam and Baltal. Amarnath Yatra.
- Vaishno Devi - in Katra, Jammu, often combined with a Kashmir trip. Kashmir and Vaishno Devi package.
Visiting respectfully
- Dress modestly; women are usually asked to cover their heads at shrines and mosques.
- Remove shoes before entering; carry socks in winter.
- Some shrines restrict entry for women to certain areas; follow the signs and the caretakers.
- Ask before taking photos inside, and avoid visiting during Friday prayers at the main mosques.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which are the most famous religious places in Kashmir?
Hazratbal Shrine, Jamia Masjid and Khanqah-e-Moula in Srinagar, the Shankaracharya Temple, Kheer Bhawani at Tulmulla, the Martand Sun Temple ruins, Charar-i-Sharif in Budgam, and the Amarnath cave.
Can tourists visit Hazratbal?
Yes. Dress modestly, remove your shoes, and women should cover their heads. Some areas are reserved; follow the caretakers.
Which temples can you visit in Kashmir?
The Shankaracharya Temple above Dal Lake, Kheer Bhawani at Tulmulla, and the ancient ruins at Martand and Avantipora are the most visited.
Can I combine Vaishno Devi with a Kashmir trip?
Yes. Do darshan at Katra, then take the Vande Bharat from Katra to Srinagar and spend 4 to 6 days in the valley.
Written by Via Kashmir Editorial Team
Last checked 2026
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