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Wangnoo Heritage Houseboats
Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India · Independent · Accessible Luxury
Wangnoo Heritage Houseboats float on Nigeen Lake, a more peaceful and private alternative to the busier Dal Lake circuit, and the Wangnoo family has run them for five generations since the 19th century. The boats are built of deodar, Indian cedar, and were once called floating palaces. Kashmir's houseboats trace to the 1850s, when a ban on British land ownership led the British to commission floating homes instead.
- 20 rooms
- Neighborhood: Lal Bazar
About Wangnoo Heritage Houseboats
- Wangnoo Heritage Houseboats stand on Nigeen Lake, Srinagar, and the Wangnoo family has operated them across five generations since the 19th century.
- The boats are built of deodar cedar and were once called floating palaces.
- Kashmir's houseboats trace to the 1850s, when the Dogra Maharaja's ban on British land ownership led the British to commission floating homes.
History
Operated by the Wangnoo family for multiple generations, these heritage houseboats are authentic examples of Kashmiri craftsmanship, featuring intricate wood carvings and papier-mâché art. The cluster is situated on the tranquil Nigeen Lake, offering a more peaceful and private alternative to the busier Dal Lake circuit. The property has transitioned through three generations of the family, maintaining a reputation for luxury and traditional hospitality.
Experiences
- Shikara rides — Shikara rides arranged through the hotel (listed under other services).
- Private shikara rides — Private shikara rides offered by the hotel.
- Guided tours of Srinagar — Guided tours of Srinagar offered by the hotel.
- Access to offbeat destinations — Access to offbeat destinations offered by the hotel.
Amenities
- Free WiFi and satellite TV
- Multi-cuisine restaurant (Kashmiri, American, British, and French)
- Air conditioning and central heating systems
- Private shikara rides and water sports facilities
- 24-hour room service and concierge assistance
- Hand-carved walnut-wood interiors and traditional khatamband ceilings
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