Mallika Dureja
Trekkers, take heed! One of the most breathtaking and exciting locations you will see is Thajiwas glacier, which is only 3 km from Sonmarg. This mountain is a treasure trove of Jammu and Kashmir, and activities like hiking, sledding, and pony trips only make it more thrilling.
I’m not sure if a camera could capture the true enchantment of this place, with its frozen lake, mountains blanketed in snow, fir and pine trees, and alpine meadows that are unfathomably beautiful. A hike can be taken to get to the waterfalls that encircle Thajiwas Glacier. The tiny streams that run through this glacier only serve to accentuate its majesty.
Along with spending a relaxing evening building a snowman or engaging in a snowball battle, visitors can camp close to the glacier. The glacier is at its most beautiful between April and October, when the weather is perfect. One of the most visited places in Sonmarg is Thajiwas Glacier, and the best way to explore this wonderland is by hiking to the summit. The area, which is appropriately known as the “Jewel of Kashmir,” is among the finest winter tourist destinations in Sonmarg.
Thajiwas Glacier Highlights
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Three kilometres from Sonmarg, the Thajiwas Glacier is renowned for its ethereal vistas and challenging trek.
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The location is a gem of Jammu and Kashmir, with a spectacular frozen lake, snow-covered mountains, fir and pine trees, and alpine meadows.
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There are plenty of excursions available, including horseback riding and trekking.
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While walking through the glacier, visitors must use care and keep an eye out for any unstable or jagged ice patches. While climbing to the summit of the glacier, visitors can camp inside the tiny caves that are present there.
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Along the trek, visitors will cross a waterfall at Thajiwas, as well as numerous small streams that are woven throughout the landscape.
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The glacier is best visited between April and October because of its temperature.
Sledding is a very well-liked sport there as well.
