Kishanganga River Valley

Kishanganga River Valley is a scenic Himalayan valley in Gurez Tehsil of Bandipora District, Jammu and Kashmir, centered around the Kishanganga River flowing through Dawar and surrounding villages. Surrounded by snow-capped peaks, alpine meadows and dense forests at about 2,400 metres elevation, it is known for its pristine landscape, trout fishing, trekking routes and traditional Dard-Shin villages, accessible seasonally via the Razdan Pass from Bandipora.

Visitors can expect a wide, U-shaped Himalayan valley with the Kishanganga River flowing through meadows, villages and forested slopes. The landscape includes snow-capped mountains, alpine pastures, wooden houses in Dawar and nearby hamlets, and clear river stretches. Visitors can explore riverside areas, village walks, viewpoints such as Habba Khatoon Peak, and seasonal meadows. Facilities are basic with guest houses and homestays, and access is seasonal depending on road conditions over Razdan Pass.