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Tulail Valley

Tulail Valley

Brief Introduction of Tulail Valley2014 saw the creation of Tulail, sometimes known as the "little Ladakh," as a separate tehsil from Gurez Tehsil. The locals are of the Dard ethnicity, who have a distinct culture and speak Shina. However, cultural integration has occurred as a result of contact with the Kashmiri people on a cultural level and contemporary education. But even so, it is the inhabitants of this valley that keep the Dardic culture alive. It may be in the shape of customary clothing like woollen Pherons, blankets, or socks, or it could be in the form of log homes or the kind hospitality of people.

The 15th of May through the 15th of September is the ideal season to visit Tulail Valley because the foliage is at its lushest green, and the Kishanganga's flow adds to the experience. The settlement of Barnoi, which translates to "door of the meadows," marks the start of Tulail, while the Kabul Gali, which connects it to Drass in Ladakh, marks its finish. For local or private cars, this pass has not yet been made available, though. Hiking paths that go to Sonamarg through Gadsar Lake and Naranag via Satsar Pass link Tulail to the main Kashmir valley.

The majority of this stunning landform is located along the Kishanganga River's bank. Villages like Kashpot, Zedagay, and Purana Tulail fall on the eastern side. The lovely freshwater brook known as Rakhi-Sin runs to the southeast of the settlement. It is a branch of the Kishanganga river. The icy-blue Kishanganga River runs on its southern side. There are more than 20 villages to explore, with Sheikhpora being the most well-known.

The most popular sports you'll see in Tulail are Cricket, Kabadi, Theeley (Gulli Danda), and Leeteh (hide and seek). Fishing is another regular activity or pastime, as the valley is home to several different types of trout, including Brown trout, Snow trout, Rainbow trout, and Brook trout.

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Founder, Acme Tour And Travels · Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir

Majid Hussain is the founder of Acme Tour And Travels, a Srinagar-based travel agency registered with the Jammu and Kashmir Tourism office. Working with a local team that has more than seven years in the hospitality industry, he plans Kashmir, Ladakh and Jammu trips for couples, families and groups, from hotels and houseboats to cabs and pilgrimage packages. The guides and package pages on this site are written from that day-to-day experience, and he welcomes questions from travellers planning a trip.

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Last updated 21 October 2026

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