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 Spring Time: April – May
Average Temp. Day 5°C night –3°C
Clothing: Need light woolens with overcoat.
This time of the year brings rains and the snow retreats from the “Vale of Kashmir” in to the mountains, Greenery sprouts, blossoms follow and the trees wear lovely colours of pinks , white and yellows. Rainbows spread across the blue skies. Meadows are spangled with daisies , flower beds with pansies, primroses, hyacinths and daffodils grow all over. Almond, cherry and apple blossoms are greatly enjoyed. Spring festivals are celebrated. Cherries and straw-berries are in abundances.
Kashmir’’s beauty is particularly enhanced during the spring season.
The enchanting scenario is attributed to the thousands of almond trees that blossom and present a surreal blanket of white and pink in the majestic mountainous landscape.
For locals, these flowers indicate the arrival of spring, a season that attracts tourists from all parts of the country and abroad. These flowers indicate the departure of winter and the arrival of spring. The enchanting beauty of almond flowers attracts tourists from around the world. Almond trees are among the first to bloom in the valley lending an aromatic air to the spring. The almonds from these gardens known locally as Badam Wae”r are known for their superior taste and high quality.The kernels are used in confectionary items and desserts.
Tourists visiting the valley say that they are delighted to witness the almond flowers. 
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