ever thought of trekking in Kashmir?

Reported in the Greater Kashmir, the trekking options west of Zanskar are about to expand. J&K Tourism has been given the go ahead to once again market the trekking and climbing opportunities available in neighbouring Kashmir. Getting insurance for such an area (Kashmir is frequently listed as 'no go' by most Foreign Office travel advisory services) may be tricky, but it may well be worth the effort as old trekking accounts and photos illustrate the wealth of country that has in recent years been largely off limits. Just think of the possibilities for longer treks linking Spiti or Lahaul with the green alpine meadows of Kashmir - I for one will be keeping a close eye on these developments.