Jammu and Kashmir is also a hot tourist's attraction for Indians and Foreigners alike. People visit this Heaven on Earth as Pilgrim tour, Archeological Excursion and also Nature Lover. A happy combination of crystalline lakes, bold mountains and meandering valleys, Jammu is also a home to various temples and Mosques that are held in high esteem by the archeologists and pilgrims alike. Kashmir is a land of spectacular natural beauty and a smooth Shikara ride in the serene water of Dal Lake further enhances the joy of exploring these majestic surroundings. Srinagar has a large number of tourist attractions, to make your tour a memorable affair. Some of the prominent attractions here are, beautiful Mughal Gardens like Chesmashahi, Nishat and Shalimar, the famous.
Climate
December 24 to March 8 temperature is often below zero. Strong winds blow from south and southeast. There is snowfall during winter and there are thick black clouds in the sky.
Tourist Season
May To October & November To February
Accommodation
Hotel, Bungalows and Private Cottages are available which suit all budgets
General Information Of Jammu&Kashmir
Area : 2,22,236 square kilometers. Capital : Srinagar is the state's summer capital and Jammu is its winter capital. Population : 1,00,69,917 Language : Urdu,Kashmiri,Dogri,Pahari,Gujri,Dardi and Ladakhi. The official language is Urdu
Tourist Attraction in or Near by Jammu&Kashmir
Kashmir
In the resplendent valley of Kashmir, the nature in this region keeps changing her wardrobe lending it different hues in every season.
Lakes In J&K
Nature has showered Jammu and Kashmir with many gifts and probably the best in India. And the most scintillating of all are the numerous lakes that sparkle like diamond on the face of this state. The lakes have become the greatest tourist attraction in Jammu and Kashmir due to their exceptional beauty and astounding serenity
Ladakh
snowcapped mountains of the Great Himalayas and the Karakoram reach several thousands feet up to the arch of azure sky. Quaint little hamlets and crumbling old monasteries hide in the rocky cliffs. The prayer flags flutter in the wind and the river Indus meanders gracefully through the towering willows and poplars.
Leh
Leh-Ladakh region are: Leh palace, Shey Palace, Stok Palace, monasteries of Phiyang, Hemis, Thiksey, Likir, Spituk, Alchi, Lakes of Pangong and Tso-moriri etc. If you have a passion for adventure, you can also opt for river rafting, mountain climbing and trekking.
Srinagar
Srinagar is the capital city of Jammu and Kashmir and a famous hill station of India. Srinagar lies on the banks of river Jhelum, which is a tributary of Indus river. Srinagar is famous for its Dal Lake and beautiful houseboats.
Vaishno Devi
A large number of visitors flock this holy shrine throughout the year. Helicopter facilities are also available to reach the temple from Katra town.
Amarnath
Best time to visit Amarnath Shrine is from July to August, as it remains cut off from rest of the world because of the heavy snowfall in the area.
Accessibility
Road
New Delhi (876 km), Chandigarh (630 km), Jammu, Leh (434 km), Kargil (204 km), Pehelgam (100 km), Sonemarg (76 km), Vaishno Devi (266 km), Dalhousie (405 km), Dharamsala (414 km) sand other places. Tourist vehicles are available to tour different parts of J&K from Srinagar.
Nearest Airport
Srinagar is well connected by air with New Delhi, Mujmbai, Chandigarh, Shimla as well as Leh in Ladakh
Nearest Railway Station
The major railway station is Jammu Tawi, from where several important trains connect the state with the rest of the country.
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