Srinagar to Jorhat

About the city:

Jorhat is the second largest city in the state of Assam, located approximately 300 km away from the state capital, Guwahati. It is situated in the upper part of Assam and is a thriving cosmopolitan city with its economy driven by agricultural activities, mainly tea plantation. There are as many as 135 tea gardens in Jorhat. Regular flights to Jorhat are available from Guwahati, Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata. The city's airport, commonly known as the Rowriah Airport, is one of the busiest airports in Assam and is served by regular flights by different airlines.

Considered as the cultural hub of Assam, Jorhat is home of the world-renowned ideologist and educationist, Professor Krishna Kanta Handique. When in Jorhat, tourists should not miss the chance to visit Majuli, one of the world's biggest river islands. Majuli is the principal place of pilgrimage for the Vaishnavites of Assam. Some of the other must see places in Jorhat include the Lachit Borphukan's Maidam (vault), Dhekiakhowa Barnamghar, Raja Maidam, Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary, Thengal Bhawan, Jorhat Gymkhana Club and of course the lush green tea estates. There are several restaurants and shopping venues that are also quite popular among tourists.

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Nestled in Jorhat City, Assam, India, Jorhat Airport is also known as Rowriah Airport. The airport has a good connectivity with Bangalore, Guwahati, Kolkata, Dibrugarh, and Silchar. There are major airlines to Jorhat such as JetKonnect, Jet Airways and Air India Regional. It is located at a distance of around 7 km, south of the city centre.

About the city:

Famous for its lakes and houseboats, Srinagar, the capital of Jammu and Kashmir is renowned for its breathtaking landscape. With great deals and discounts on flights to and from Srinagar one can enjoy the scenic beauty it has to offer.

Situated on the banks of the river Jhelum, nestled amongst snow-clad mountains, Srinagar is surrounded by stunning lakes. Take a ride in traditional houseboats along the striking and famous Dal Lake. For adventure seekers there are trekking opportunities to explore the region. The city enjoys a pleasant climate for most part of the year, except winters and the best time take a flight to Srinagar is during summers between April and June.

Life at Srinagar
The city has rich culinary heritage, when here you can indulge in authentic Kashmiri cuisine. Most of the hotels have restaurants that serve a variety of cuisines, however local eateries are the best for traditional fare. From exquisite carpets to beautiful pashmina shawls and handmade items, Srinagar offers a world of choice. Visit the old bazaars and shopping streets for some of the best buys. Located in the heart of the Kashmir valley, Srinagar is easily accessible and there are a number of domestic airlines that operate regular flights to and from Srinagar.

Major Airlines Flying To Srinagar Srinagar airport is situated at a distance of 12 kilometers from Srinagar city. The airport has regular flights by well known airlines such as Go Air, Air India, Spice Jet, Jet Lite, and Air India. These flights connect Srinagar with major Indian cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Jammu, Bengaluru, Chandigarh and Amritsar. Hotel Gul-e-Anar, Hotel Mirage and Residency Hotel are some of the hotels situated near Srinagar Airport.