Srinagar, Sept. 9 -- Spanish filmmaker and producer Anna Saura Ramon on Wednesday described Kashmir as an ideal destination for filmmaking, praising its scenic landscapes, lakes, natural light and hospitality while calling for stronger cinematic ties between India and Spain.

Speaking to reporters on the third day of the inaugural International Film Festival of Jammu and Kashmir (IFFJK) at SKICC Srinagar, Saura, said film festivals play an important role in promoting cinema and creating opportunities for filmmakers and audiences to discover films from different parts of the world.

"This is my vist to Kashmir and India. I hope to come again," Saura said, adding that she was looking forward to exploring Srinagar and experiencing the local ...