About the Book: Sameer Hamdani’s City of Kashmir explores the rich history and cultural heritage of Srinagar, tracing over two millennia of its political, artistic, and social evolution. Drawing on historical texts, oral traditions, and material culture like architecture, crafts, and poetry, the book reveals how Srinagar’s identity was shaped and continually transformed across centuries. Combining personal insight and scholarly research, it offers an essential guide to Kashmir’s urban history, cultural memory, and heritage significance.