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Sinthan top is a
mountain pass, a popular tourist destination located between
South Kashmir's Breng Valley (Sub-District Kokernag) in
Anantnag district and Kishtwar in the Indian state of Jammu
and Kashmir. Most of the part lies on Kishtwar side.
The Sinthan pass
connects Kashmir valley with Jammu Province through Kistwar.
It is 12,500 feet (3,800 m) above sea level and is snow-capped
for most of the year. It is located on the
Anantnag-Kokernag-Kishtwar section of NH 244, and is 130 km
south of Srinagar and 73 km from Anantnag and 48 km from
Kokernag. Sinthan Top has no local population. Shepherds from
adjoining places like Kokernag, Duksum, and tourists and those
working in the tourism industry may stay overnight in tents.
Best Time to
Visit Sinthan top
Summers:
Commencing from May, the summer season goes all the way up
to the end of August. The weather and climate of Kashmir
during summers is not very hot. In Srinagar, one may need to
put on woolen clothing even in summers.
Autumn: The start of September ushers in the season of
autumn. The entire area gets wrapped in the colors of gold,
then brunette and then red. The season goes on till late
November and reaches the point where the requirement for
weighty woolens starts to increase.
Winters: The winter season in Kashmir lasts from
December to early March. During this time, the entire region
gets completely covered with snow. At this time, Kashmir can
be compared to a scene straight out of an enchanted painting.
Springs: The spring season usually begins in March and last
all the way to the month of May. The regular temperature all
through the spring season falls between 23 C to 6 C. Short
showers, colorful winds and enchanting flowers mainly
characterize this period. Along with that, the entire region
of Kashmir place is blanketed in radiant shades of green.
If you are looking for an enjoyable weather, the time from
April to June is easily the best. It is that time period when
it bathes in absolute beauty. If you are not exactly looking
for enjoyable kind of fun, then Srinagar is also worth
visiting during winters. The area houses several well known
recreation centers that remain open, all through the winter
season. It is easily one of the most well-known places for
skiing in India.
Tourism
Like
other areas of the valley, Sinthan Top is known for its beauty
and wonderful tourist attractions. The place is fast growing
as one of the top tourist destination in Kashmir. Around 37
kilometers of snaky and uphill drive from Daksum, it offers an
adventurous journey. The spot is emerging for mountaineering,
trekking and skiing. Sinthan Top is easily accessible from
Srinagar, almost 4 - 5 hours drive by car. Attractions like
Kokernag, Dacksum and Achabal fall en-route that offer
tourists varied choice of resting and makes traveling more
pleasant and less tiresome. At the spot called '360 Degree
View', one can see areas of both Kashmir and Jammu Divisions.
Also the spot itself can be a great resting place for people
traveling from Srinagar to Kishtwar or Doda and back. Sinthan
Top is the South-East end of Breng Valley (The Golden Crown of
Kashmir)and is 48 km from famous Kokernag spring.

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