Overview
About Verinag
Verinag is the deep-blue octagonal spring that is the source of the river Jhelum, framed by a Mughal arcade built by Jehangir.
Its still, sapphire water and historic garden make it one of south Kashmir's most serene corners.
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Verinag Spring
A deep octagonal Mughal spring.
Mughal Arcade
Jehangir-era stone arches and garden.
Jhelum Source
Where Kashmir's great river begins.
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Getting There
Verinag is about 78 km from Srinagar, near Qazigund on the Jammu highway.
Local Tips
Combine Verinag with Kokernag and Achabal for a full south-Kashmir spring circuit.
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