Aziz Kashmiri, is a lifelong resident-author-scholar of Srinagar who is intimately and masterfully knowledgable of the history of Kashmir, including the history and traditions of Jesus in Kashmir. Kashmiri's book, "Christ in Kashmir" , is regarded as one of the most authoritative on the subject. Tour operaters that offer tours of Kashmir and the tomb feature a visit to Aziz Kashmiri as part of their package.