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Gurez Valley, also known as Gurais, is a scenic valley in the Himalayas of Jammu and Kashmir, located north of the Kashmir valley.
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The valley sits at an elevation of about 2,400 metres and is surrounded by snow-capped mountains, with the Kishanganga River flowing through it.
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The residents of Gurez are Dards, who speak the Sheena language and share ancestral connections with the Gilgit valley.
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Habba Khatoon, a pyramid-shaped peak named after a famous Kashmiri poetess, is a captivating feature of the valley.
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Gurez is known for its traditional log wood houses, giving it the charm of a European countryside.
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Trekking routes from Gurez lead to Gangabal and Sonamarg to the east, and Drass, Dahanu, and Zanskar to the north.
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The Kishanganga River offers opportunities for both easy and challenging rafting, as well as trout fishing.
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The valley also has picturesque campsites where visitors can pitch tents along the river.
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Have you ever visited Gurez Valley?
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