Mughal Roadमुगल रोड
The old Mughal route over the Pir Panjal, now a scenic road.
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South Kashmir
South Kashmir
Best time to visit1 May to 30 September
Good seasonsMonsoon (June to September), Summer (March to May)
DifficultyModerate
Height3400 m above sea level
Time neededFull day
Base and nearbyShopian, Shopian
EntryFree
ClosuresUsually closed 20 November to 20 April. The road is closed by snow from late November to April.
About Mughal Road
The old Mughal route between Bufliaz in Poonch and Shopian in the Kashmir valley, now an alternate road to Srinagar. It climbs through pine forest, past waterfalls and meadows, and over the 3,400 metre Peer Ki Gali. It is a beautiful drive in spring and early summer. The road is closed in winter, and landslides may stop traffic after rain.
What to see and do
- Old Mughal route
- Pine forest and waterfalls
- Meadows near Peer Ki Gali
- Noori Chamb waterfall
- Closed in winter
Part of The Himalaya.
Opening status, best time and closures here are estimates from usual seasons and past patterns, not live information. Confirm with the local authority before you go. Terms of use
More places in Shopian
- Peer Ki GaliShopian, Jammu & Kashmir · Valleys & CanyonsThe high pass on the Mughal Road, green in summer.
- Dubjan MeadowShopian, Jammu & Kashmir · Valleys & CanyonsA quiet Shopian meadow that reopened to visitors in 2026.
- Hirpora Wildlife SanctuaryShopian, Jammu & Kashmir · Wildlife & Tiger ReservesA high wildlife sanctuary on the Mughal Road.
All places in Shopian · All places in Jammu & Kashmir
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