Tourism in Kashmir

The video discusses the transformation of Kashmir from a top tourist destination to a conflict zone due to a separatist insurgency. It highlights the decline in tourism following the violence in the late 1980s and the slow recovery as visitors cautiously return. Despite travel advisories from Western governments, some tourists still visit, but local businesses, especially houseboat owners, struggle to survive. The video emphasizes the need for peace to ensure a stable future for Kashmir and its tourism industry.

What role do travel advisories play in the current tourism situation in Kashmir?

What do local residents believe is necessary for the future of tourism in Kashmir?