Things to do in Shangus, Jammu and Kashmir
Shangus is an assembly constituency and a tehsil in Anantnag district of the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir in the disputed Kashmir region. It is Home village of current MLA Shangus-Anantnag East Reyaz Ahmad Khan.
9 places to visit in and around Shangus, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
- 1Martand Sun Temple
The Martand Sun Temple is a Hindu temple located in Mattan, in the Anantnag district of the Kashmir Valley of Jammu and Kashmir, India.
Wikipedia - 2Rajparian Wildlife Sanctuary
Rajparian Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area located in Daksum, Forest Block, near Anantnag city in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir, India. It lies 42 km from Anantnag city, the district headquarter, 85 kilometres south of Srinagar.
Wikipedia - 3Bumzuva Cave and Temple
Bumzuva cave and temple are a group of Hindu temples and man-made caves in the village of Bumazuv in the Lidder Valley of Anantnag district in Jammu and Kashmir, India.
Wikipedia - 4Shiva Bhagwati Temple Akingam
Shiva Bhagwati Temple Akingam is a temple of Jagad Amba Shiva Bhagwati in Kashmir valley
Wikipedia - 5Achabal Gardens
Achabal Gardens, "the places of the princes", is a small Mughal garden located at the southeastern end of the Kashmir Valley in the town of Achabal, Anantnag district, India. The town is located near the Himalayan Mountains.
Wikipedia - 6Semthan
Semthan, also Semithan is a village 1 km north of Bijbehara in the Anantnag district of the Kashmir Valley in Jammu and Kashmir, India.
Wikipedia - 7Tomb of Shams-ud-Din Araqi
Tomb of Mir Shams-ud-Din Araqi or Ziyarat e Mir Shams-ud-Din Araqi or Araqi Shrine is a religious site of Kashmiri Muslims located at Chadoora, Budgam. In this shrine there is buried Mir Shams-ud-Din Araqi and Malik Hyder, a Kashmiri Historian.
Wikipedia - 8Margan Top
Margan Top or Margan Pass is a mountain pass, connecting Warwan Valley with the main Kashmir Valley. It is located in Anantnag district in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir.
Wikipedia - 9Sinthan Top
Sinthan Top is a mountain pass, a popular tourist destination located in Kishtwar district and borders with South Kashmir's Breng Valley of Anantnag district in the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir in the disputed Kashmir region.
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Shangus by interest
- Good with kids: Rajparian Wildlife Sanctuary, Achabal Gardens
- Temples and places of worship: Martand Sun Temple, Shiva Bhagwati Temple Akingam
- History: forts, palaces and monuments: Bumzuva Cave and Temple, Semthan, Tomb of Shams-ud-Din Araqi
- Nature: lakes, hills and waterfalls: Rajparian Wildlife Sanctuary, Bumzuva Cave and Temple, Achabal Gardens, Margan Top, Sinthan Top
- Lesser-known places: Semthan, Tomb of Shams-ud-Din Araqi
Grouped by what each place is. Lesser-known places are ones fewer people read about on Wikipedia than most places on this page.
Best time to visit Shangus
Best weather: Mar–Nov.
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Cold | 4°C | 59 mm |
| Feb | Cold | 6°C | 78 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 10°C | 90 mm |
| Apr | Pleasant | 16°C | 78 mm |
| May | Pleasant | 20°C | 47 mm |
| Jun | Pleasant | 23°C | 57 mm |
| Jul | Pleasant | 25°C | 99 mm |
| Aug | Pleasant | 24°C | 102 mm |
| Sep | Pleasant | 21°C | 51 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 16°C | 19 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 11°C | 30 mm |
| Dec | Cold | 7°C | 31 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER, adjusted for the town's height (1,639 m). Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Shangus
- Nearest railway station: Sadura (SDUA), 14 km away.
- Nearest airport: Srinagar International Airport (SXR), 57 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Shangus costs
- Budget: about ₹1,800–₹3,500 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,300–₹8,300 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,500–₹18,000 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Shangus is not included.
Compare Shangus with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see | 3 days, mid-range, per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shangus | – | Mar–Nov | 9 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Mattan | 10 km | May–Oct | 7 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Kokernag | 13 km | Apr–Oct | 6 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Anantnag | 13 km | Mar–Nov | 8 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Aishmuqam | 18 km | Jul–Aug | 11 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
Distances in a straight line from Shangus; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
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Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Shangus?
The best known are Martand Sun Temple, Rajparian Wildlife Sanctuary, Bumzuva Cave and Temple, Shiva Bhagwati Temple Akingam, Achabal Gardens.
When is the best time to visit Shangus?
Best weather: Mar–Nov.
How do I reach Shangus?
Nearest railway station: Sadura (SDUA), 14 km away. Nearest airport: Srinagar International Airport (SXR), 57 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Shangus cost?
Budget: about ₹1,800–₹3,500 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,300–₹8,300 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,500–₹18,000 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Shangus is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Oct 2026.