Sinthan Maidan

Sinthan Maidan is a high-altitude alpine meadow located near Sinthan Top in Chhatroo tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir, along the Anantnag-Kishtwar road (NH 244). Situated at around 3,700 metres elevation, it is known for its expansive grassy slopes, snow-covered surroundings and panoramic Himalayan views. The meadow serves as a popular stopover for travellers crossing Sinthan Pass and offers a serene natural setting for sightseeing and photography.

Visitors can expect a wide open alpine meadow surrounded by snow-capped peaks and pine-covered slopes near Sinthan Top. The area offers expansive grassy grounds in summer and snow-covered terrain in winter, with panoramic views of the Pir Panjal range. There are no built structures except roadside parking areas and seasonal food stalls. Visitors can walk across the meadow, take photographs, enjoy picnics, and experience the high-altitude landscape along the mountain pass.

The meadow is part of the traditional high-altitude grazing grounds used seasonally by Gujjar and Bakarwal pastoral communities for livestock. It lies on the historic mountain route linking the Kashmir Valley with the Chenab Valley (Kishtwar).