The magnificent saffron fields of Pampore 11 Kms from Srinagar attract visitors during late October to early November to witness the blooming saffron flowers. Saffron Festival held during the first week of November, adds charm to the magnificent saffron fields and the harvest season. ‘Saffron, Zafaran or Kesar of Kashmir is most desired by the housewives and good cooks for its splendid spicy qualities. Used in royal courts and theaters in Greece, saffron added the charm to the beauty of the Romans who used it also for their baths. It is said that 75000 flowers make a pound of saffron, thus its price is quite high. Saffron is used as a spice for adding delicate aroma, pleasing flavor and beautiful natural color to food, ice creams and shakes too.
It is said that the Mughals used to camp near the fields to see the saffron flowers in the moonlight. The famous poetess Habba Khatoon grew in the area and used to sing love songs wandering in the saffron fields. When the six petalled purple flower bears the red stamen the saffron is ready to be plucked for the sale in the markets. The saffron field owners come out with their entire family and friends to collect the saffron. The spectacular Scene of young boys and girls collecting saffron in wicker baskets is most cherished by the visitors. The pure and authentic purchase of saffron is real test for a saffron lover.

Here are some important information by Ahanger HOBO about Pampore Place of Saffron:
Coordinates: 34.02°N 74.93°E
Country India
Union Territory Jammu & Kashmir
Division Kashmir
District Pulwama
Elevation 1,573 m (5,161 ft)
Total Population 21,680
Demonym(s) Pampori, Pamporiya, Pampari, Panpari, Panpariya
Official Languages Kashmiri, Urdu, Hindi, Dogri, English
Time zone UTC+5:30 (IST)

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