Places to see in Jammu, Kashmir, India

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Places to See in Jammu

Jammu

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Category : History & Culture Jammu is a city that is considered as a paradise on earth. The city is divided into two parts old and new city. The city has a number of temples wrapped in age-old myths and quite a few forts and palaces.

Sanasar

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Category : Nature
As one of the wonderful hill stations in Jammu region, its name is taken from small local lakes 'Sana' and 'Sar'. This town is surrounded by huge conifer trees and has beautiful view. This place has achieved lots of tourist attention in recent times and provides an excellent spot for adventure sports.

Bhaderwah

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Category : History & Culture
Popularly known as "Mini Kashmir", the town is gifted with awe-inspiring views and charming beauty due to striking woodlands and gleaming streams flowing through different parts of the town. It also has many historical and religious places.

Vaishno Devi

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Category : Religious
Vaishno Devi hills, located in the north Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir, are famous all over the country for housing the Vaishno Devi Temple. This temple, being one of the holiest Hindu temples in the nation, is dedicated to Vaishno Devi, who is even known as Vaishnavi or Mata Rani. Apart from being the Mother Goddess, She is said to be the incarnation of Shakti. More...

Patnitop

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Category : Nature
One of the key hill stations in the region, it is famous for its adventure sports like skiing in winters and in summers it offers paragliding rides and picturesque picnic spots.

Some other important places of interest in Jammu are:

• Ranbireshwar Temple
• Raghunath Temple
• Bahu Fort & Gardens
• Peer Baba
• Mahamaya Temple
• Lakshmi Narayan temple
• Amar Mahal Palace
• Sudh Mahadev temple
• Gauri Kund
• Mansar Lake
• Purmandal

Tourist Destinations Near Jammu

Amarnath

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Amarnath is the name of a mountain located in the state of Jammu and Kashmir in the northern part of the country of India. This Mount Amarnath is mainly famous for the Amarnath Caves, which are among the well known holy shrines of the Hindu religion. This shrine is more than 5,000 years old and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. This cave of Amarnath is located at an altitude of 3,888 m and is known for the ice lingams or formations situated within the cave. Earlier, the place was even called as 'Amareshwara' This temple in Amarnath is one of the holiest Hindu pilgrimages in India. Every year, during the months of July and August, the famous Amarnath Yatra takes place, when the place is visited by around 400,000 people. More...

Gulmarg

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Gulmarg, the hill resort with mysterious meadows and mountains provides every reason for travelers across the globe throng here. The meaning of Gulmarg is 'the meadow of flowers',with snow-clad peaks and the wonderful landscapes. The royal and elegant slopes of Gulmarg have made it Asia's only heli-skiing resort. It is located in the Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir; at an altitude of 2730 meters. More...

Srinagar

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The summer capital of the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir, Srinagar is one of the picturesque cities in the Indian subcontinent. Srinagar is not only famous for its places of worship, but also for its lakes, houseboats, dried fruits, Kashmiri handicrafts, and landscaped gardens. Lying in the Kashmir Valley, it is the biggest city in Jammu and Kashmir. More...

Leh

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The former capital of the Himalayan monarchy of Ladakh, Leh is one of the popular tourist destinations in India. It lies in the center of the Leh district. Leh is famous for architectural wonders like the Shanti Stupa, Leh Palace, Leh Mosque and its magnificent landscapes. By area, it is the second biggest district in India following Kutch in Gujarat. More...

Ladakh

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Ladakh is a part of the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. Ladakh consists of two districts - Leh and Kargil. Leh is at an altitude of around 3505 m while Kargil is roughly at an altitude of 2750 m. Due to the strong influence of Tibetan culture on it, Ladakh is often called 'Little Tibet'. Ladakh has sparse vegetation. Fauna is generally similar to that found in the Central Asia, exception being the migratory birds coming from the warmer parts of India during the summer.

In and around Jammu Places to Visit in Jammu Jammu Hotels Sightseeing Photos How to reach Jammu Buses Jammu Taxis Jammu Trains Jammu Flights Forum More Jammu Packages Jammu Events Jammu Weather Jammu Maps Jammu Videos Jammu Booking Weekend Getaways from Jammu Jammu - #7 of 28 in Jammu & Kashmir |  Average Rating - 5.5/7 based on 1226 Ratings Jammu is mostly preferred by travellers from Delhi, Mumbai. The go to destination for types of travellers, be it family, kids and couples, Jammu is, however, mostly preferred by Couple, Family. The best season or months to visit places in Jammu are February, March, September, October, November, December. There are 27 tourist places in Jammu, which can be explored by travellers. Local attractions can be visited at any time of the day, be it early morning, afternoon, evening or night, as suitable for travellers. Sightseeing in Jammu can be done by travellers, which will take half a day or one day, but to see all sightseeing places, travellers need to stay in Jammu for 2 days to 3 days. Travellers can also download HolidayIQ.com's Jammu Travel Guide to learn about places to visit in Jammu, browse through photos & pictures, explore Jammu using a map, and read sightseeing reviews. Recently reviewed tourist attractions in Jammu, which are great places to visit, are Nandini Wildlife Sanctuary, Shiv Khori, Mansar Lake, Bahu Temple, Raghunath Mandir. Jammu can be visited in summer, monsoon or winter. More » Jammu Tourist Places All (27) | Temples (12) | Forts (3) | Lakes (2) | Aquariums (1) |  More Type: Fort Bahu Fort, Jammu Rank1 Ranked 1 of 27 Places to Visit in Jammu Average Rating 5.5/ 7 13 Ratings & 11 Reviews Bahu Fort is among the popular sightseeing attractions of the city of Jammu, which was built by Raja Bahulochan over 3,000 years ago. The fort was later restored during the 19th century by the Dogra rulers. Other notable attractions of the fort include Bahu Temple, a shrine... Read More » "Nice place, worth going"2 weeks ago"The fort is well-maintained"4 weeks ago Hotels Near Bahu Fort » COMPARE PACKAGE DEALS Type: Temple Raghunath Mandir, Jammu Rank2 Ranked 2 of 27 Places to Visit in Jammu Average Rating 5.8/ 7 12 Ratings & 8 Reviews Raghunath Mandir is a popular religious shrine located in the city of Jammu. The shrine, dedicated to Lord Rama, was commissioned by Maharaja Gulab Singh, founder of the Kingdom of Jammu and Kashmir in 1835. The construction of the temple was completed by his son Maharaja... Read More » "Situated in a good place"1 week ago"Clean and hygienic"2 months ago Hotels Near Raghunath Mandir » COMPARE PACKAGE DEALS Type: Temple Shiv Khori, Jammu Rank3 Ranked 3 of 27 Places to Visit in Jammu Average Rating 5.9/ 7 8 Ratings & 2 Reviews Shiv Khori is one of the important cave shrines of Jammu, which is famous for the natural formation of a shivalinga. The 150 metres long shrine is among the most respected cave shrines of Lord Shiva in Jammu. The major highlight of the shrine is the 4 feet svayambhu... Read More » "A serene atmosphere and a soothing..."2 months ago"Awesome cave"Dec 24, 2013 Hotels Near Shiv Khori » COMPARE PACKAGE DEALS Type: Sanctuary Entry: Paid Nandini Wildlife Sanctuary, Jammu Rank4 Ranked 4 of 27 Places to Visit in Jammu Average Rating 4.8/ 7 3 Ratings & 1 Review Nandini Wildlife Sanctuary is a popular site among wildlife enthusiasts that houses various species of pheasants. The reserve was established in an area of thick forests along with wildlife and is situated 28 km from Jammu. A popular dwelling of pheasants, the sanctuary... Read More » "Nice experience"3 months ago Hotels Near Nandini Wildlife Sanctuary » COMPARE PACKAGE DEALS 1 Bagh-e-Bahu photo Type: Temple Entry: Paid Bagh-e-Bahu, Jammu Rank5 Ranked 5 of 27 Places to Visit in Jammu Average Rating 5.8/ 7 5 Ratings & 1 Review Bagh-e-Bahu is one of the popular sightseeing attractions of Jammu located along the ancient fort of Bahu. The beautiful garden is laid identical to Mughal Garden and is situated on the embankment of Tawi River. The garden is surrounded by acres of woods, which give a... Read More » "Bagh-e-Bahu"Aug 27, 2013 Hotels Near Bagh-e-Bahu » COMPARE PACKAGE DEALS Type: Temple Bahu Temple, Jammu Rank6 Ranked 6 of 27 Places to Visit in Jammu Average Rating 6.9/ 7 4 Ratings & 1 Review Bahu Temple is one of the ancient temples of Jammu, which is situated on a rock face on the left bank of River Tawi. The foundation stone of the temple within Bahu Fort complex is believed to have been laid over 3,000 years ago by Raja Bahulochan. The holy shrine dedicated to... Read More » "Beauty of Jammu"Nov 22, 2013 Hotels Near Bahu Temple » COMPARE PACKAGE DEALS 1 Mansar Lake photo Type: Lake Mansar Lake, Jammu Rank7 Ranked 7 of 27 Places to Visit in Jammu Average Rating 5.8/ 7 2 Ratings & 1 Review Mansar Lake is one of the popular attractions of Jammu, which is surrounded by forest covered hills. On the eastern bank of Mansar Lake, there is the Sheshnag Temple housing a figure of a snake with six heads. The water body is associated with a mythological legend, therefore... Read More » "For honeymooners and family"Dec 20, 2013 Hotels Near Mansar Lake » COMPARE PACKAGE DEALS Type: Offbeat Attraction Sanasar, Jammu Rank8 Ranked 8 of 27 Places to Visit in Jammu Average Rating 6.5/ 7 1 Rating Sanasar is among the major attractions, which is located at a distance of 19 km from Patnitop. The site at an altitude of 2,079 metres above sea level provides a peaceful environment. The site is also known as mini Gulmarg and is surrounded by huge conifers. It is built... Read More » Hotels Near Sanasar » COMPARE PACKAGE DEALS Type: Museum Entry: Paid Amar Mahal Museum, Jammu Rank9 Ranked 9 of 27 Places to Visit in Jammu Average Rating 6/ 7 2 Ratings Amar Mahal Museum is a popular tourist attraction, which served as the family residence of the Dogra Dynasty. The palace was built by King Raja Amar of the Dogra Dynasty during 1890 using red sand stone. Planned and designed by a French architect, the architectural marvel... Read More » Hotels Near Amar Mahal Museum » COMPARE PACKAGE DEALS Type: Monument Mubarak Mandi Complex, Jammu Rank10 Ranked 10 of 27 Places to Visit in Jammu Average Rating 7/ 7 1 Rating Mubarak Mandi Complex is among the chief sites of historic significance, which was also the royal residence of Dogra rulers during the days of yore. The 150 years old complex features 76 government offices and courts. At the complex, palaces are built as a group of... Read More » Hotels Near Mubarak Mandi Complex » COMPARE PACKAGE DEALS India Says Yes Award Type: Art Gallery Entry: Paid Dogra Art Museum, Jammu Rank11 Ranked 11 of 27 Places to Visit in Jammu Average Rating 5/ 7 2 Ratings Dogra Art Museum is a famous art repository situated in the Mubarak Mandi Complex. This historic gallery is presently located in the Pink Hall, which houses over 800 rare paintings and articles of historical significance. There are separate galleries, where paintings from... Read More » Hotels Near Dogra Art Museum » COMPARE PACKAGE DEALS Type: Temple Ranbireshwar Temple, Jammu Rank12 Ranked 12 of 27 Places to Visit in Jammu Average Rating 5.3/ 7 2 Ratings Ranbireshwar Temple is one of the popular religious centres of the destination, which was constructed in 1883 by Maharaja Ranbir Singh. The temple dedicated to Lord Shiva comprises two halls decorated with the images of Ganesha and Kartikeya. There are several shivalingas in... Read More » Hotels Near Ranbireshwar Temple » COMPARE PACKAGE DEALS Type: Palace Rani Charak Mahal, Jammu Rank13 Ranked 13 of 27 Places to Visit in Jammu Rani Charak Mahal is one of the famous historic testimonies, located on the banks of the River Tawi. A part of the Mubarak Mandi Complex, the ancient monument houses several government offices in its premises. Built of red stone, the mahal was constructed over 150 years ago.... Read More » Hotels Near Rani Charak Mahal » COMPARE PACKAGE DEALS Type: Temple Mahamaya Temple, Jammu Rank14 Ranked 14 of 27 Places to Visit in Jammu The Mahamaya Temple is one of the popular sites in the region, which is dedicated to a regional female protagonist. As per historians, Mahamaya fought bravely against foreign invaders and achieved martyrdom around 14 centuries ago. This temple in situated on the banks of River... Read More » Hotels Near Mahamaya Temple » COMPARE PACKAGE DEALS Type: Dargah Dargah Garib Shah, Jammu Rank15 Ranked 15 of 27 Places to Visit in Jammu Average Rating 6.5/ 7 1 Rating Dargah Garib Shah is one of the holy centres in the region situated at Samba. The ancient shrine is dedicated to the spiritual leader Garib Shah, who preached doctrines of humanity to his disciplines. Dargah Garib Shah draws devotees from different religious backgrounds round... Read More » Hotels Near Dargah Garib Shah » COMPARE PACKAGE DEALS Type: Lake Surinsar Lake, Jammu Rank16 Ranked 16 of 27 Places to Visit in Jammu Average Rating 6.5/ 7 2 Ratings Surinsar Lake is located at a distance of 24 km from Jammu and is linked with Mansar. The beautiful lake is situated in the midst of thick forests with hilly terrains in the backdrop. The lotus flower blossoms are the major attractions of the water body. As per myths,... Read More » Hotels Near Surinsar Lake » COMPARE PACKAGE DEALS Type: Mosque Ziarat Baba Buddan Shah, Jammu Rank17 Ranked 17 of 27 Places to Visit in Jammu Ziarat Baba Buddan Shah is among the famous religious centres of the city, which is situated close to the aerodrome at Satwari. The revered site, dedicated to Ziarat Baba Buddan Shah, is popular among devotes and travellers. The shrine is located at a distance of 8 km from... Read More » Hotels Near Ziarat Baba Buddan Shah » COMPARE PACKAGE DEALS Type: Fort Poonch Fort, Jammu City, Jammu Rank18 Ranked 18 of 27 Places to Visit in Jammu Average Rating 7/ 7 1 Rating COMPARE PACKAGE DEALS Type: Temple Peer Kho Cave Temple, Jammu Rank19 Ranked 19 of 27 Places to Visit in Jammu Peer Kho Cave Temple is one of the sacred cave temples in the region, which is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The cave temple, also known as Jamwant Cave, is enshrined with the svayambhu shivalinga. The temple is placed in the acacia forest along igneous rocks and is believed... Read More » Hotels Near Peer Kho Cave Temple » COMPARE PACKAGE DEALS Type: Temple Gadhadharji Temple, Jammu Rank20 Ranked 20 of 27 Places to Visit in Jammu Average Rating 6.5/ 7 1 Rating The Gadhadharji Temple is one of the revered shrines constructed during the reigns of Maharaja Gulab Singh. Located along Mubarak Mandi Palace, the temple houses two life-size statues of God Narayana and Goddess Lakshmi. Apart from religious significance, the monument