Synopsis The theme covers several aspects of ancient, mediaeval and modern history. Indeed they have deep bearing on Kashmir arts, coinage, ancient monuments, temples and mosques, lakes and rivers, the scenic beauty of the valley, gardens laid up by the Mughals and other rulers, springs and rivers coming out of the Himalayas, Dal and Wular lakes, Pahalgam and Gulmarg and several other aspects which make it the 'Switzerland of India'. Undoubtedly the volume would be useful for teachers, scholars, students and all those who take interest in the scenic beauty of this valley.