Kokernag , Pahalgam
About Kokernag
Kokernag or Kukernag is in Bringhi valley in Anantnag district and is about 70 KMs from Srinagar. Situated at an height of above 2000 mts. above sea level, Kokernag is a lesser known tourist attraction near Srinagar.The word Kokernag is made of 'Koker' which means a fowl and 'nag' which means a cobra and the name is because of an ancient lore. Kashmir's largest freshwater spring Papashudan Nad is in Kokernag and it is believed to be a miracle cure for many maladies. It is also an established trout hatchery and tourists enjoy the freshly caught fish prepared in a variety of ways.
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Places to Visit near Kokernag
Daksum, Jammu and Kashmir
16.6 km from Kokernag - See map
Daksum is a beautiful picnic spot is located about 40 kms from Anantnag and 85 kms from Srinagar, at an altitude of more than 2400 mts above sea...
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Verinag, Jammu and Kashmir
20.5 km from Kokernag - See map
Verinag is located 28 KMs from Anantnag and 78 Kms from Srinagar and is famous as the source of Jehlum River. Much to admire is the octagonal...
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Martand Sun Temple, Jammu and Kashmir
24.4 km from Kokernag - See map
Martand Sun Temple is an important archaeological site in Kashmir. Now in ruins, this temple dedicated to the Sun God was built around 8th...
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Warwan Valley, Jammu And Kashmir
*30.5 km from Kokernag - See map
Warwan Valley is a little known valley in Kistwar, Jammu & Kashmir, mostly untouched by outside world. Warwan Valley is laden with lush green...
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Chatpal, Jammu And Kashmir
38.3 km from Kokernag - See map
Looking for an escape from the hum-drum of city or work life and you desire to rest your mind at a non-tourist infested place then, take a break...
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Tarsar Lake, Jammu and Kashmir
*39.1 km from Kokernag - See map
Atop the 11000 feet, lies the famous sightseeing of Pahalgam namely “Tulian Lake”. The lake is well surrounded by snow clad mountain of 980...
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Kishtwar National Park, Jammu and Kashmir
*40 km from Kokernag - See map
Located about 250 KMs from Jammu, spread over an area of 400 sq. kms and perched at an altitude ranging from 1700 m to 4800 mts, Kishtwar National...
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Dachigam National Park, Jammu and Kashmir
*40.8 km from Kokernag - See map
Dachigam National Park is a beautiful national park nestled in the western Himalayas, about 20 kms from Srinagar. The park is sprawled over 140...
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Mata Vaishno Devi Temple, Jammu and Kashmir
*43.5 km from Kokernag - See map
Vaishno Devi Temple is located near Katra and every year thousands of pilgrims visit Katra to undertake the 12 Km trek to the temple complex. The...
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Avantiswami Temple, Jammu and Kashmir
50.8 km from Kokernag - See map
Avantiswami Temple is located 28 km from Srinagar on the highway connecting Srinagar and Anantnag. This temple is named after King Awantivarman...
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Nichnai Pass, Jammu and Kashmir
*55.5 km from Kokernag - See map
Nichnai Pass is a destination for all trek lovers and is located at 4139m above sea level. Do visit The Vishansar Lake as well as Krishnasar Lake...
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Vishansar Lake, Jammu and Kashmir
*56.3 km from Kokernag - See map
Vishansar Lake is collocated to Krishansar Lake and is also a famous tourist spot in Sonmarg. This lake is considered the source of Neelum River...
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