Places To Visit In Jammu and Kashmir

In Srinagar, there lies a huge 30 hectares Tulip Garden, which is Asia’s biggest garden till date. Located in the foothills of Zabarwan Range, this garden gives an overview of the famous Dal Lake too. It was opened in 2007 with a strong goal to boost tourism of Kashmir Valley. The layout of the garden is in terrace fashion ...

One of the most famous Mughal gardens in the Kashmir valley, Shalimar Bagh in Srinagar has become the crown of Srinagar today. Built by the Mughal Emperor Jahangir as a symbol of love for his beloved wife Nur Jahan, this garden is an apt representation of the word ‘Shalimar’ that translates to ‘Abode of Love’.

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Srinagar is home to some of the most beautiful Mughal Gardens in India. Besides being perfect representations of Persian influenced Mughal architecture in its prime, Mughal Garden Srinagar are known for their exceptional beauty owing to their spectacular mountainous natural settings which remain unparalleled in all of India...

Resplendent with beauty, Dal Lake in Srinagar is one of the most visited tourist destinations in Kashmir valley. The exceptional charm and exquisite surroundings of Dal Lake attract tourists from all over the world. It is also the second largest lake in Jammu and Kashmir that offers a picturesque and mesmerizing view of the...

Sandwiched between mighty mountains and lush green meadows covered with wildflowers, the Alpather Lake located in Gulmarg is spellbinding. This lake stays frozen until most part of the year. Even if you visit in mid-June, you will get to see the frozen version of Alpather lake. Summertime lasts from May to September and thi...

Apharwat Peak is one of the main attractions of Gulmarg tourism. Ski-lovers always find their way to this summit to enjoy their hobby. This place is sure to provide you an out of the world experience while skiing. Since Kashmir is popularly known as the Switzerland of India, you would not deny this post your visit to Apharw...

Famed as the starting point of the most revered expedition to Amarnath Cave, Chandanwari is a beautiful valley nestled at an altitude of about 2895 meters above sea level. Located at a distance of about 16 km from the heart of Pahalgam, this valley is quite accessible via roadways. Apart from that, you can also choose to ge...

Nestled at a height of about 12,756 feet, the most famous and revered shrine of Amarnath is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Every year, lakhs of devotees embark on Amarnath Yatra in Pahalgam during Shravani Mela, i.e. Shravan month as per the Hindu calendar. And, it is the only time when the sacred cave of Amarnath is accessible. ...

A little, quaint, and tranquil hill station, Aru Valley is a heaven for nature lovers. Lying amidst the pine and conifer trees, picturesque meadows and misty valleys, Aru Valley is located 12 km from Pahalgam in the Trans-Himalayan Region. Travelers come here for admiring the natural beauty of Aru Valley in Pahalgam, to spe...

A tourist spot, Tulian Lake is located at Pahalgam in the district of Anantnag in Jammu and Kashmir. Tulian Lake is found at a height of 3,684 metres above sea level, at a distance of 16 km from Pahalgam. The color of the lake is turquoise blue and it looks attractive with several lumps of ice floating in it.

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A trip to the Mata Vaishno Devi Temple is one of the most revered pilgrimage options that there are, with travelers coming from far and wide to ensure that the Goddess showers her blessings on them. It is located in Katra at the Trikuta Mountains, which is a mountain with triple peaks, and is considered to be an important p...

Kashmir, the land of snow-capped mountains, exquisite gardens, colorful valleys, traditional houseboats and romantic lakes is a home to a beautiful place called Sonamarg. Also known as the “Meadow of Gold”, Sonamarg is an elevated area on the bank of Nallah Sindh River. Amazing glaciers, placid lakes and exquisite waterfall...

Ningle Nallah is just 10kms away from the Gulmarg town. Mountains always have wild stream and rivulets flowing here and there. Ningle Nallah is one such mountain stream that has become a popular tourist attraction of Gulmarg. Either side of the stream is like a painted canvas of green meadows with wildflowers. The gurgling ...

Every tourist destination has some religious places among the sought-after tourist spots. Religious places are mostly characterized by architectural excellence of our ancestors. This 100 years old church stands sturdy and tall even after so many years.

However, St. Mary’s Church of Gulmarg did receive some renovation and ...

Betaab Valley in Pahalgam is one of the most serene spots to visit in Jammu and Kashmir. The valley was earlier known as Hagan Valley. The valley is known for gorgeous and breathtaking views comprising mountains which are covered in pine forests and deodar trees and beautiful Lidder River flowing through the valley. The val...

Adorned with fresh and tranquil surroundings, the beauty of Lolab Valley is beguile and will lure you to come here over and over again. Located in the north-western part of Kashmir, Lolab Valley is a Himalayan sub-valley that is also one of the best hidden gems in Kashmir. Lahwal River that flows from east to west gives thi...

Sheshnag is a famous lake near Pahalgam. The lake is famous for its clean water and is home to different species of fish. It is believed that the lake belongs to Sheshnag, the lord of snakes and is said to be created by the Lord himself. Sheshnag lake in Pahalgam is a significant place for Hindu devotees. 

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Shivkhori or Shiv Khori Temple is actually a famous cave shrine that is located in the Resai district of Jammu and Kashmir in India. Shiv Khori Temple is revered among Hindu devotees especially because of the fact that the cave shows the natural formation of “shiva lingam”. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Shiv Khori is one of the ...

Raghunath temple is located in the heart of Jammu and is believed to be the largest shrine in North India. The place has seven beautiful temples each has its own separate towers. The main temple is dedicated to Lord Rama, the remaining shrines are dedicated to other Hindu Gods and Goddesses. The was constructed by Maharaja ...

Jammu being a popular tourist destination has many scenic attractions that are perfect for an excursion for tourists. If you are looking for a family place in Jammu to have some relaxing and pleasing time with your loved one, then Mansar Lake should be your go to place in Jammu. A very quaint and serene place to visit, Mans...

The Bhairavnath Temple in Jammu is a must visit stop on your pilgrimage tour, since legend has it that without completing a visit to this temple, the entire journey to Vaishno Devi will be considered futile. According to most mythological versions of how the temple was formed, Bhairavnath or Bhairo Nath was a most accomplis...

Akhnoor Fort is located in the small pleasing town of Akhnoor and is around 28 kilometers away from Jammu. The fort has big defensive walls that were built to provide protection to the people in the fort from the invaders. It is located on a higher altitude, on the top of the cliff near the banks of River Chenab. One can se...

Surinsar Lake is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Jammu and is considered the twin lake of Mansar Lake. Surrounded by lush greenery from all sides and thick forests with rocky hills make for the perfect landscape that is worth capturing. Surinsar Lake is obviously famous for its enthralling beauty besides this...

The history of Bahu Fort is as old as the history of the Jammu city. Bahu Fort, Jammu, is one of the most beautiful historical places situated on the banks of the Tawi river. The architectural style of the fort is influenced by Mughal architectural style. Sandstones and brinks are the backbones of this marvelous fort. The f...

Bagh-e-Bahu is a beautiful tourist destination in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. It is located on the bank of Tawi River just beside the famous Bahu Fort, at a distance of only 4 kms away from the Jammu Tawi Railway Station and 9 km from the Jammu Airport. Bahu-e-bag is actually a garden which is situated in Jammu and serv...

Once a royal residence of former kings of the Dogra Dynasty now stands as a famous historical site in Jammu. Mubarak Mandi Palace is one of the most visited places in Jammu and Kashmir. It overlooks the Tawi river. The palace is a work of many Dogra rulers. Its architectural style shows the resemblance of Mughal and Europea...

Gulmarg golf course is also amongst the few largest 18-hole golf courses in our country. For golfers, this is a dream golfing destination in India. Tourists love to visit this place to golf, or to learn to golf. Golfing in Gulmarg started as early as the 1920s, when India was British India. Since then, the golf course has c...