Shikaras are long wooden boat, often seen floating in the lakes of Kashmir. These are extensively in the Kashmir for getting back and forth from the houseboats, for daily travel or for boating tours. 

Floating in the beautiful lakes of Kashmir in a Shikara is an ideal experience everyone should try and cherish the beauty and serenity of the valley. Leaving travelers with beautiful memories of Lifetime.

These two pictures are clicked while taking a Shikara ride during my visit to Kashmir