Visiting the saffron fields in Kashmir depends on the season. The best time to visit is during the autumn months of October and November, when the saffron flowers are in full bloom. In Pampore, a town 13 km from Srinagar, one can observe the harvesting and processing of this priceless spice. It is easily accessible by road from Srinagar and other parts of the valley. It is advisable to hire a local guide to better understand this complicated process.