After weeks of dry weather, the Kashmir Valley finally woke up to its first snowfall of the season. This photo series captures the valley's transformation, from locals and tourists enjoying the snow to the challenges of navigating icy roads and slippery streets.

Doda has been transformed into a winter wonderland after the area received fresh snowfall creating a stunning landscape covered with thick sheet of snow. Following this, a snow clearance was underway to make the roads operational as the thick sheet of snow created a lot of problems for the commuters.

Come play in our Winter Wonderland,” said Great Glen Trails Outdoor Center's “Nordic Nate” Harvey Thursday, as areas rejoiced the day after Christmas with great skiing throughout theMount