Situated on the top of India is the state of Jammu and Kashmir. It is one of the most beautiful states in the country. The place shares itsborder with the great Himalayas and has an inuence on its weather. While traveling in Jammu and Kashmir , you are denitely going tolove the amazing valley, forests, lakes, gardens, rivers, and many more of such natural beauties. The deep valleys that you can easily nd outthere in Jammu and Kashmir are of the many natural wonders of the place. The famous Shalimar Bagh, Dal Lake, and many more of suchhistoric pieces of beauty, situated up there. The place is prominently known “heaven on Earth” due to its mesmerizing beauty and the sweetclimatic conditions inuenced by the cold winds of Himalayas.Jammu and Kashmir tourism attract hundreds of tourists every year over the famous amaranth yatra. It is a religious trip to a cave betweenmountains and though very risky but is among one of the most sacred trips in the region. The place is home to the famous wild yak and deer.Not only is the place great for its beauty but also for its Kashmiri culture and heritage. The beautiful hand-stitched dress and the specialKashmiri food is a must to try.
Explore the Hills, escape the city – Jammu, and Kashmir
If you are a true explorer and loves to travel then, you can’t miss out on Jammu and Kashmir. The crisp misty air, Kashmiri pulao,Rasta, snow-capped mountains, lakes and panoramic view of the landscape. Indeed, Jammu and Kashmir is a land of unimaginableand astonishing beauty. The simplicity dipped in authentic culture and crystalline natural beauty makes it a unique and must-visittourist spot.This blog is not speci,cally about Jammu and Kashmir about how to plan your trip and explore the rights places in Jammu andKashmir. The very ,rst question that comes to our mind is how to visit, how to plan the trip and where you can visit?What could be better than, starting your journey from a sacred place like Vaishno Devi?Vaishno DeviIf you feel like Vaishno Devi is strictly for the people who have the religious mindset then, my friend you have mistaken. This trip isthrilled with adventure and travel lovers. As you know Vaishno Devi trip is situated on the top of the hill, and you need to prepareyourself for 12 Km uphill trek. This is one of the third most di2cult treks of India. If you have children or aged people it is highlyadvised to take a helicopter.You will feel a di4erent kind of energy as soon as you reach Sanjichaat (base camp) and the most surprising part is you will not atall feel tired even after tracking up to 12 km. There is grand Aarti that is conducted within the temple during the Aarti the Goddessis bathed in water, milk, ghee, honey, and sugar. Then, she is dressed up with saree, chole, churni, and ornaments.TipsExploring JammuSome major places of Tourist attractionAlthough there are a variety of places to explore here are a few must-visit spots in Jammu. Try to explore the local culture andmarkets.Raghunath Temple is another really famous spot in Jammu. The temple is redolent of rich Mughal architectural style and theinterior walls of the temple are gold-plated and paintings of images from Ramayana and Mahabharata. It is open from 6 AM to 8PM.Bahu Fort is a perfect combination of contemporary and ancient cultures. This fort is residing beside the ;owing Tawi River.Want to experience the royalty then, do visit this magni,cent Mubaraka Mandi palace. This place is in;uenced by Rajasthani,Mughal, and European culture. The key tourist attraction inside the Mahal is Gol Ghar Complex, HAWA Mahal, Darbar Hall, RaniCharak Palace, NAWA Mahal, courtyard and ancient buildings.Mansar Lake is one of the popular picnic spots in Jammu covered with endless lotus ;owers and ;ora and fauna around the lake.It is believed that the dip in the water can remove all your sins. You will be awestruck by the beauty of the lake during dawn anddusk.Patnitop – Pond of princessIf you haven’t been to Patnitop you have really missed something worthy in your life. This place is the ideal location for picnic spotsor to spend a day. This beautiful hill station was originally known as the ‘’ pond of princess’’. During winter people enjoy outdooractivities like skiing and trekking, and you can enjoy activities like paragliding, golf, aero sports, horse riding and many more. This isa classic location for photographers who want to capture the beauty of nature.NathatopIf you really want to run away from city life then, this little town of Nathatop is located 15 km away from Patnitop. Nathatop ishome to stunning views of Kishtwar ranges and the Himalayan range. Apart from that Nathatop is quite famous for paragliding androadside food vendors. This place is a must for nature lovers and photographers.TipsHow to reach?You can reach Vaishno Devi by bus train or air. You need to get down at Katra from where you can start your upside trekking toVashni Devi temple. Explore Jammu after coming back. Then, from Katra take a bus or a cab to reach Patnitop. The distancebetween Patnitop and Nathatop is 14 km away you can take a bus or taxi.Do carry your pre-booked entry slip.Try to avoid carrying items like leather belts, comb, mobile, camera, watch, water bottle, Chappal as they are not allowedinside the temple. So. it is advised to keep them behind at the hotel. Do follow the signboards
Exploring JammuSome major places of Tourist attractionAlthough there are a variety of places to explore here are a few must-visit spots in Jammu. Try to explore the local culture andmarkets.Raghunath Temple is another really famous spot in Jammu. The temple is redolent of rich Mughal architectural style and theinterior walls of the temple are gold-plated and paintings of images from Ramayana and Mahabharata. It is open from 6 AM to 8PM.Bahu Fort is a perfect combination of contemporary and ancient cultures. This fort is residing beside the ;owing Tawi River.Want to experience the royalty then, do visit this magni,cent Mubaraka Mandi palace. This place is in;uenced by Rajasthani,Mughal, and European culture. The key tourist attraction inside the Mahal is Gol Ghar Complex, HAWA Mahal, Darbar Hall, RaniCharak Palace, NAWA Mahal, courtyard and ancient buildings.Mansar Lake is one of the popular picnic spots in Jammu covered with endless lotus ;owers and ;ora and fauna around the lake.It is believed that the dip in the water can remove all your sins. You will be awestruck by the beauty of the lake during dawn anddusk.Patnitop – Pond of princessIf you haven’t been to Patnitop you have really missed something worthy in your life. This place is the ideal location for picnic spotsor to spend a day. This beautiful hill station was originally known as the ‘’ pond of princess’’. During winter people enjoy outdooractivities like skiing and trekking, and you can enjoy activities like paragliding, golf, aero sports, horse riding and many more. This isa classic location for photographers who want to capture the beauty of nature.
