Aharbal     is a hill station in the south-western part of Kashmir Valley in the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir, south of the summer capital of Srinagar (Sub district: Damhal Hanjipora, District: Kulgam). Aharbal Waterfall is also known as Niagara Waterfall of Kashmir.

Aharbal ,is a beautiful natural health resort located in western part of south Kashmir in the district Kulgam in the mountainous chain of Pir Panjal range. It is about 28kms away from district headquarter Kulgam. The place is bestowed with natural landscape and enthralling beauty. Amid lush green forests and the echoes of river Veshaw , the beauty of Aharbal gets Multiplied. The roaring sound of Aharbal waterfall enchants the viewers .The water of the fall, tumbles down from the height of about 25metres through the rocky narrow gorge about 7metres wide and provides a magnificent view owing to voluminous water. This is why the Aharbal water fall is called as “Niagara waterfall of Kashmir”. Aharbal , is also easy to reach from district Shopian as well through Shopian – Sedow road. Now another connectivity to Aharbal is through Shopian –Reshinagar bridge, the finest design much more beautiful , built over the river vishaw. River Vishaw , is an important tributary of river Jehlum.

Aharbal , however literally means the place of dread or fear. Although it is beautiful, yet equally fearful spot owing to tough rocky surfaces and very deep gorge through which river Vishaw flows . Aharbal is the base camp for trekking to Kousarnag, Mahinag, Indrasar ,etc. as trekking becomes less cumbersome .  As the place is considered as beautiful picnic spot .
The visit to Aharbal , is mesmerizing and enjoyable. One is lost in nature, the cold breeze of air refreshes mind and soul. Sun rays , kissing the surface of river Vishaw , reflects the alpine canopy in its totality and thus provides an enthralling view , difficult to forget but easy to remember. The charm is added by nomads who visit the steppes of Kungwatan and Kousarnag for cattle rearing and travel in caravans, glorifying the nature round the summer season.