If you are dessert lover then you must try sevaiyaan, phirni and barfi among others which would make you fall in love with these sweets. Guest in Kashmir is welcomed with hot sheer tea and Kahwah which you have never tasted before. Kashmiri Pulao is also a famous dish worldwide which is prepared in almost every home at regular intervals. A large number of Kashmiri people also love hak or karam sag which is mostly made during winter to keep themselves protected from chilled weather.
clothes
The costume of Kashmiri people is very colorful and attractive. The majority of people wear traditional costume and women attire themselves with gorgeous jewelry like nose ring, bangles, earrings, necklaces and lose salwar kamiz which make them comfortable during the hot season. Whereas, men dress themselves in kurta pajama, shalwars, gurabi and skullcaps. Pheran is kind of overcoat wore by Kashmiri people during winter which is decorated with colorful patches and embroidery work.

Most of the costumes of Kashmiri people are loose gown and it just varies in quality of fabric according to the weather. Most of the men wear headgear and women wear a skullcap. Most of the women cover their head and shoulders from strangers and elders as a matter of respect. The Kashmiri costume truly indicates their culture and lifestyle. It also shows that India is still following their cultural values.
festivals
A large number of festivals are celebrated by Kashmiri people with full joy and enthusiasm. Besides a panoramic view of the landscape, J & K is a home to rich cultural heritage and it is easily reflected by the festival celebration by the Kashmiri people.  Some of the popular festivals are Baishakhi, Lohri, Eid-ul-Fitr, Hemis festival, Tulip Festival, Shikara Festival, Gurez Festival, Sindu Darshan and Domoche. A large number of people gather during the festive season and enjoy these auspicious days with lots of enthusiasm.

Traditional dance, participation in painting, multi-cuisine and shops of handicrafts are an integral part of these festivals. Numerous fairs like Bahu Mela, Jhiri Mela and Craft Mela are also organized on some auspicious days where Kashmiri Culture is highlighted by those people. Kashmir is one of the best places where you can see rich heritage and culture along with its beauty.

Dance forms
Kashmir has its own style of dance performance and music that is simple and fabulous. Almost every festival and fair consists of dance and music that is a big attraction for tourist also. There is a wide variety of dance and music that is performed according to the occasion. One of the popular dance forms is Mask dance that is performed during the Hemis Festival. The dancers wear colorful costume, wear face mask and brocade robes and do ceremonial dances. Other major dance forms are Chakri, Ladishah, Ruf dance and Dandaras dance. Roul, Dogri and Wuegi-Nachun are some of the forms of folk dance.

Kashmiri people love folk music and tap their feet on the most famous Rabab music. The common instruments played in this music are Sitar, Dukra and Nagara. Wanawun, Ghazals, Sufi and Choral are some major music forms in Kashmir that are sung during wedding ceremonies and festivals.  
occupations
Kashmir occupation is majorly involved in agriculture and popular cultivated items include Rice, Maize, Mustard, Cottom seed, Radish, Onions, Gourd, Lotus-stalk, Linseed, Carrots, etc. The climatic condition of Kashmir also helps in cultivation of fruits like mulberry, grapes, plums, apples, cherries, apricots, walnuts, almond, etc. Agricultural exports and exports of handicrafts, shawls, and rugs bring the state a handsome amount of foreign exchange.
language 
Kashmiri (English: /kæʃˈmɪəri/) or Koshur (كٲشُر, कॉशुर, 𑆑𑆳𑆯𑆶𑆫𑇀, /kəːʃur/) is a language from the Dardic subgroup of Indo-Aryan languages, spoken by around 7 million Kashmiris, primarily in the Indian administered union territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
religion 
Jammu and Kashmir has a Muslim majority population. Though Islam is practiced by about 67% of the population of the state and by 97% of the population of the Kashmir valley, the state has large communities of Buddhists, Hindus (inclusive of Megh Bhagats) and Sikhs.
sports 
there are so many but i am going to talk about the few famous ones
Tanga ya chout alias Bante Zaar:

This game was played mostly by boys by using bante, small round pieces of designed glass. The players used to dig a hole in the ground and aim for it, throwing these bante in it. This game was also played either in teams or individually. The team that would throw successfully all the round pieces of glass in the hole were declared as winner. They would also win these round designed glass pieces by striking them by the fingertips.
Chourei Tchape:

In this game, that could be played both indoors or outdoors, one player would steal something and hide along with till the other player would catch him. Then he was brought in a court framed by other players, after cross examining, came the verdict. Males usually played this game outdoors, while as females used to play in their own premises.
monuments

Poonch Fort
Another magnificent landmark in the rundown of Historical places and monuments in Jammu and Kashmir is Poonch Fort. This is a standout amongst the most attractive forts to visit by Indian as well as foreign tourists. This is one of those places where Mughal architecture in Kashmir can be viewed. The fort is having a series of buildings that are arrayed around four irregular courtyards. These splendid structures are a complete blend of Muslim, Sikh and Dogra rule where you can see a main building in Mughal architecture style, central block in Sikh Architectural style and a rough front block designed in European. One must visit this place while having a tour to Kashmir Valley.

Bahu Fort
Jammu & Kashmir is referred as Paradise on Earth, the flawless beauty and the magnificence of the Bahu Fort is surely an addition to it. Located on the left bank of the Tawi River, this is one of the antiquated and monuments of Jammu and Kashmir. There is a temple of Hindu Goddess Kali within this fort where people come to have a peaceful inclination. The local of this place often called this temple as Bave Wali Mata Temple. The enclosing dense forests are now converted into a park popularly named as ‘Bagh-e-Bahu”. The numbers of visitors are increasing months by months due to an attractive garden and shrine.

Akhnoor Fort
Located 32 km from Jammu, the beauty of Akhnoor fort is simply ineffable. This charming fort is located on the banks of Chenab River and represents the Akhnoor Town’s history. You will admire the Vernacular architecture of Kashmir when you will profoundly explore it from inside. The strong and thick walls with two-storeyed watchtowers and the monarch of the fort are beautifully crafted that will leave you stun. The courtyard’s walls are decked with graceful arches and also there are beautiful mural paintings that enhance the grace of this fort. The breathtaking views of the Shivalik range and the Trikuta Mountains with flowing stream downside should be missed form Akhnoor Fort. This ancient monuments of Kashmir is a must visit place in Jammu. 
just the name of few

With the official trends aiming to uphold culture, arts, creativity, and innovation within the available cultural and historical fundamentals, rich heritage and open thinking, public libraries spread throughout the country, and the arts that preserve the artistic heritage have been – relatively – developed. Thus, features of a climate suitable for creative talents growth and display of new talents began to manifest in encouraging writing and translating in various literary trends, and excavation of the country’s historical heritage, along with the dedication to civilized methods and considering them a practical approach among the segments of society whose cultural paths have diversified by the expatriate majority.

Although the prevailing belief in the region is that the notion of cultural development is a modern one in sociology literature, it was launched in the UAE through a conscious effort to make a cultural breakthrough intentionally, in an endeavor to establish clear and specific policies enforced by accountable institutions, and to produce a purposeful, constructive culture for people and society, whether in the form of spiritual, intellectual or material elements, in which family, clan, tribe, and the small local community, in cooperation with state institutions, play a dynamic and permanent role.

And thus, the UAE has a cultural life that combines the traditional Emirati heritage with international traditions of arts, music, sports, and entertainment. Among the various favored local arts and sports, we can mention folk dance, falconry, horse, and camel racing. The country started to be an international hub for film festivals, modern arts, architecture, and high-level sports competitions, which makes the Emirati culture more open and diverse than several countries in the region.