Alia Bhatt’s Highway Was Filmed In This Stunning Kashmir Valley That Should Be On Your Bucket List

Aru Valley is another famous tourist destination located in the Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir. Nestled in the snow-crowned mountains and pine trees, this Kashmir destination offers gorgeous views. Because of the snow during winters, Aru Valley is popular for adventures like skiing and Heli skiing. But did you know that Imtiaz Ali’s film Highway, was filmed at this stunning destination?

Highway Was Shot In Some Of The Most Scenic Locations In India

Highway was shot at some of the most scenic locations in India. Most of the shoot locations were offbeat yet spellbinding. Alia Bhatt and Randeep Hooda starrer film Highway’s story film revolves around a girl who gets kidnapped just before her wedding. As days pass, this high-class society girl starts developing a strange bond with the kidnapper, and most significantly she starts cherishing her surroundings. Alia has a dialogue in the film ‘Kaisi Kaisi Jagah hai is desh main’. It meant how beautiful and gorgeous our own nation is.

Aru Valley Is Paradise On Earth

Highway was filmed in 15 towns and cities across India. One of the destinations was Aru Valley which needs to be on your bucket list. Aru Valley is the base camp for trekking to Kolhoi Glacier and the Tarsar-Marsar lake. This valley is just 11kms away from Pahalgam. The best time to visit Aru Valley is from July to September. Basically, during that time you can enjoy some skiing too!

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Things To Do In Aru Valley

Aru Valley is a pristine scenic village that apart from the breathtaking views, also offers some activities. You can opt for horse rides, go fishing in the Aru River, trekking, enjoy skiing, or sightseeing, or capture the beauty with your cameras. The environment of this quintessential village makes these simple activities also very special.

If you’re ever visiting Kashmir don’t miss this offbeat yet gorgeous destination.

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