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Aru Valley

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Status: Listed as operating in Housing.com - Places to visit in Pahalgam

Valley beside the Aru river, base for treks to Kolahoi glacier and Tarsar Lake.

Snow-capped peaks, horse riding and trek starting point; snowy in winter.

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Within 1 km of Aru Valley.

Sights and heritage 2Places to stay 4

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HoursNo fixed hours published; open-air site, visit in daylight

Entry (Indian)25

Fees noteRs 25 per head (Housing.com)

Time needed3 h

AddressAru Valley, Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir

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