Jammu is built on a series of ridges against the backdrop of the snow-capped Pir Panjal Mountains. It is situated on the banks of the Tawi River and is also known as the City Of Temples. Jammu is the winter capital of Jammu & Kashmir and a land of grand ancient temples and beautiful palaces. It forms part of the transition between the Himalayan range in the North and the dusty plains of Punjab in the South.
All the routes leading to Kashmir, Poonch, Doda, and Laddakh start from Jammu City. So throughout the year, the city remains full of people from all parts of India. Jammu City provides a great opportunity to explore natural beauty, history, and spirituality. One can visit Raghunath Temple, Ranbireshwar Temple, Peer Kho Cave Temple, Bawey Wali Mata, and Mahamaya Temple. Other Places of interest are Baag-e-Bahu Park, Amar Mahal Museum, Mansar Lake, and the Fish Aquarium at Baag-e-Bahu.
Jammu has a moderate climate but cooler months starting from September to April can be considered ideal for visiting. April - June are the hottest months, temperatures may rise up to 45 degrees Celsius.
Jammu Tawi railway station is an important railhead of the Northern Railways serving the Jammu and Kashmir state. It is well connected to all major cities in India like Delhi (Jammu Rajdhani), Kolkata (Himgir Exp), Mumbai (Swarak Exp), Chennai (Andaman Exp), and even to the southernmost Trivandrum Railway station (Himsagar Exp).
Jammu is best known for the temple of the Goddess Vaishno Devi. But Jammu has much more to offer for travelers who wish to explore this region with an open mind. The Jammu region is blessed with gorgeous mountains with many trekking trails and adventure sports to experience. Shimmering lakes, soaring snow-covered peaks, verdant jungles, deep gorges, and beautifully maintained terraced lawns would open a world of the unparalleled and exquisite beauty of nature.
Exploration & Experience in Jammu -
- Mubarak Mandi Palace
- Bhau Fort
- Baag-e-Bahu – Stroll Around Nature
- Mata Vaishno Devi.
- Akhnoor Fort
- Jammu Tawi Golf Course, Sidhra
- St. Paul’s Church
- Raghunath Temple – A Major Hindu Shrine
- Nandini Wildlife Sanctuary – A Perfect Natural Abode
- Nathatop
