Tonga rides in Srinagar offer a nostalgic glimpse into the city's past, when horse-drawn carts were once a primary mode of transport along its streets and bridges.
Today, the same has been revived as a tourist experience.
The leisurely rides blend heritage with scenic charm, giving visitors a taste of old-world Kashmir.
IMAGE: A 70-year-old man with his traditional tonga in Srinagar, here and below. Photographs: ANI Photo
Photographs curated by Manisha Kotian/Rediff
Feature Presentation: Aslam Hunani/Rediff
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