The Dal Lake is a famous lake in Srinagar, of the state of Jammu & Kashmir. The lake itself is connected to a number of other lakes of the Kashmir valley. It is well known for its approximately 500 Victorian-era wooden houseboats, originally built as vacation homes for British administrators during the Raj.The Dal Lake is Srinagar’s most distinctive landmark. It is divided by causeways into four parts, called Gagribal, Lokut Dal, Bod Dal and Nagin. Not merely a lifeless body of water, the Dal Lake is unique for the communities that have made it their home, from fishermen to houseboat owners. There are fields of Lotus blossoms in parts of the Lake, vegetable patches, shops and even villages. The best way of exploring the lake and the sites on its shores is by Shikara boat. Srinagar’s main attraction is the charm of staying in a house boat. The experience of living on the lakes ion a cedar- paneled elegant bedroom, with all the conveniences of a luxury hotel is unique and endearing.