Shallabugh(شالہ بُگ) is a tourist village located in Sherpathri block of Tullamulla tehsil of Central Kashmir's Ganderbal district in the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir, India.[1]
Shallabugh | |
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Tourist Village | |
| Shallabugh/Shalla Bug | |
 "Captivating scene of youth engaged in a spirited game of cricket amidst the majestic backdrop of the Himalayan mountains at Shallabugh Playground"(Photo by Dar Sajad) | |
  Shallabugh Location in Jammu and Kashmir, India  Shallabugh Shallabugh (India) | |
| Coordinates: 34°10′05″N 74°44′18″E / 34.16792°N 74.73832°E | |
| Country |  India |
| Union territory | Jammu and Kashmir |
| District | Ganderbal |
| Elevation | 5,229 m (17,156 ft) |
| Demonym | Shalbuguk or Shalbugi |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Kashmiri, Urdu, Hindi & English |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN | 191131 |
| Vehicle registration | JK-16 |
Location
editShallabugh village is considered Sherpathri's largest village, spanning two rivers in Kashmir. The total area of Shallabugh is 2243.6 hectares. [2] The main village, Shallabugh-A, [3] rests along the Sind River and includes Addah Mohalla, Mokdam Mohalla, Astan Mohalla, Umar Colony, Shah-e-Hamdan Colony, Sama Mohalla, Khanday Mohallah, Laway Mohalla, Tul Mohalla, Pethkundal, and Paribal. Shallabugh-B, [4] locally known as Taken Wari Pora or Pati-Shallabugh, is situated along the Jehlum River and comprises Dar Mohalla, Khan Mohalla, Gori Mohalla, Gund-Roshan, and Gaasi Mohalla.
Destinations
edit- Shallabugh Wetland
Nestled within the village, the Ramsar-declared Shallabugh Wetland serves as a global habitat for migratory birds. This wetland serves as a habitat to thousands species of Flora and Fauna including birds and fish. It is the famous tourist attraction located within the Ganderbal district and Srinagar district.[5]
- Shallabugh Playground
Located on the Sindh riverbank, Shallabugh Playground hosts renowned cricket tournaments, attracting sports enthusiasts. It's a prominent recreational spot within the village. The youth from across the valley especially from Ganderbal district and Srinagar district, come here to play the sports like football and cricket.[6]
- Paribal Playground
Situated on the Sindh riverbank, Paribal Playground is famous for hosting football tournaments, contributing to the village's sports culture. It's a popular destination for football enthusiasts.[7]
- Sindh Forest Division
Covering vast stretches of land from Harran village to Shadipora town, the Sindh Forest Division is a significant natural asset of the village. It's integral to the region's ecosystem and biodiversity.[8]
- Wicker Worker Artists
Renowned for their craftsmanship, the village's wicker worker artists enrich the region's cultural heritage. They continue to contribute to the local arts scene, by crafting different items including baskets, flower vases, chairs, kitchen wares and sofas etc from locally grown willow reeds.[9]
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "Shallabugh, Ganderbal - Geolysis". Retrieved 20 January 2024.
- ^ "Shallabugh, Ganderbal - Geolysis". Retrieved 20 January 2024.
- ^ "Officers Directory - Shallabugh-A Panchayat". Jammu and Kashmir Panchayat Raj. Retrieved 20 January 2024.
- ^ "Officers Directory - Shallabugh-B Panchayat". Jammu and Kashmir Panchayat Raj. Retrieved 20 January 2024.
- ^ "Shallabugh Wetland Grows as Eco-Tourism Spot, Urges Collective Conservation". Kashmir Life. 18 January 2024. Retrieved 20 January 2024.
- ^ "Play Ground in Shallabugh, Ganderbal - Justdial". Justdial. Retrieved 20 January 2024.
- ^ "Playground Paribal, Shallabugh - Top Rated Online". 23 March 2020. Retrieved 20 January 2024.
- ^ "Sindh Forest Division Ganderbal Plants Chinars on the Eve of Chinar Day". Press Trust of Kashmir. 15 March 2021. Retrieved 20 January 2024.
- ^ Raina, Irfan (11 December 2022). "DOES GOVT ONLY OWN SUCCESS STORIES? In Kashmir's willow wicker village, artisans struggle to carve out a living". Greater Kashmir. Retrieved 15 January 2024.
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