Kashmir safe for tourists, media projecting it as war zone: Margia Thomas
Noted Australian travel planner
“Kashmir is safe for tourists. Unfortunately, sections of domestic and international media project it as a war zone when, in fact, nothing could be further from
“The warmth, curiosity, hospitality
Elaborating, she said: “I have experienced nothing but kindness and support here and have been made to feel very welcome.”
“Personally, I haven’t experienced any problems and have always felt safe. As a
Kashmir’s rich culture
“Kashmir has a fascinating, complex, and sometimes sad history.
“I have also become very interested in the history of the arts and crafts of Kashmir. Generations of master craftsmen and women continue to produce, by hand, the finest shawls,
Margia has widely
“One only has to visit a village like Dara and see fruit trees laden with apricots, cherries, apples
But,
“While respecting government advisories, they can also be a cause for concern. For
“Regarding our friends who have visited Kashmir with us, their experience here has exceeded all expectations and many of them plan to return to the Valley soon,” she added.
Margia and she and her husband We are trying to dispel negative perception about Kashmir.
“We believe travel advisory against Kashmir by various countries must be revoked in a phased manner. Kashmir is as safe as any other place,” she said.
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