In the heart of Kashmir, where snow-kissed peaks cradle still waters, Dal Lake tells a story older than time. According to ancient lore, this lake is not just a scenic jewel—it is the sacred abode of the Hindu goddess Durga. While it may surprise the outsider, the local people speak of this belief with quiet conviction. Perhaps that’s why, as the sunlight dances on the lake, a deeper silence lingers—one that belongs to both myth and divinity.
In the time of the British Raj, grand houseboats floated on the quiet waters of Dal Lake, echoing with laughter, secrets, and untold crimes. These floating mansions, once symbols of colonial luxury, are now cloaked in mystery. Some say the air carries the chill of an unseen presence, a whisper in the night, a shadow that lingers. While some visitors leave with hearts untouched, others speak of encounters that defy reason. Stepping onto Dal Lake may bring you closer to the divine energy of Goddess Durga—or into the realm of the unknown. Either way, it will be a journey to remember.