Introduction Overview of Jammu Located at the northern tip of India, Jammu is known as the winter capital of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. It is characterized by its unique blend of culture, history, and stunning landscapes. With majestic mountains, lush valleys, and serene lakes, Jammu offers a picturesque backdrop that enchants every…
Gupt Ganga Temple To the east of Bhaderwah town on the bank of river Neru at a distance of 0.5 km is an ancient temple know as Gupt Ganga Temple. It is an important ancient religious shrine of the Bhaderwah region. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and it is believed that the…
Jaganoo is a historical town located at a distance of about 12 kilometres near the bank of the Tawi river to the east of Udhampur district headquarters. The geographical location of this ancient town is 32.34 latitude and 39.30 longitude. In the days of yore, it used to be an important trade centre and traders…
Laddan Fort is built on a hillock across the Tawi river in Udhampur. The road leading to village Kaira passes through the fort leaving half a kilometer walking distance. After dropping at a distance of 9 km by road from Udhampur one has to walk over to reach the fort. The fort is built over…
Krimchi is the site of one of the oldest temple complexes of Jammu & Kashmir. It can be reached by taking a short detour of about 20 kms along a side road that branches off from the National Highway 1-A, about 12 kms north from Udhampur city. Believed to have been constructed in the 8th…
Bhimgarh Fort, popularly known as the Reasi Fort, is located in the town of Reasi on a hillock approximately 150 meters high. Initially the Fort was constructed of clay and later on one of the heirs of Maharaj Rishipal Rana, the founder of Reasi, reconstructed it using stone. It was used by the royal family…
Ramnagar Town Ramnagar is a historical town in Udhampur district. The town is named after the Dogra king Ram Singh.The fort and palace have been taken over by ASI for maintenance and preservation. Inside the Palace there is one Sheesh mahal or a kind of hall where we can see the beautiful paintings. Ramnagar…