Jammu and Kashmir, India
Jammu and Kashmir, formerly one of the largest princely states of India and share its border with Himachal Pradesh and Punjab states along with neighboring countries like Pakistan, China and Afghanistan. Jammu and Kashmir has been declared union territory region of India and the change come into effect on 31 Oct 2019. This region houses many valleys such as Lidder Valley, Sindh Valley, Chenab valley, Kashmir Valley. It is famously known as “Paradise on Earth”. It is also referred as Switzerland of Asia, nestled in the Himalayas, Pir Panjal and Karakoram mountain ranges famous for their natural beauty, under crystalline blue sky and against the backdrop of snow covered mountains. Jammu & Kashmir is dotted with the most beautiful mountain peaks, enormous glaciers, picturesque locations, rich cuisine, snow covered mountains, plentiful wildlife, Superlative monuments, Hindu & Muslim pilgrimage site, blue lakes & gardens, adorned with the meandering Chenab River, forests, green meadow & tall pine trees, saffron fields, local handicrafts and hospitable people. Jammu & Kashmir does have plethora of tourist destinations ranging from naturally beautiful places to pilgrimage sites to adventure sports which will not only mesmerize to you with its picturesque beauty and snow-capped mountain ranges but the adventure sports such as Skiing, golf, trekking, river rafting, paragliding, camping will take you to a different level of enjoyment. Some major tourist attractions in Jammu and Kashmir are Srinagar: nestled around Dal Lake famous for its floating houseboat, Gulmarg: famous for skiing and India' highest gondola ride, Pahalgam: The starting point of Amarnath Yatra, serene & calm place offer multiple trekking routes, Sonmarg: which is known as a “meadow of the Gold Sonmarg” which is famous for trout and mahseer fishing in Sindh River and Patnitop; a small hill station in Jammu. The unparalleled beauty and charm of the region and the sweetness of the residents will remain etched in your memory forever.
BEST TIME TO VISIT JAMMU AND KASHMIR:
A land of diversity can be visited throughout the year as per tourist’s requirements.
WHY VISIT JAMMU AND KASHMIR
Hospitality and humility is the exemplary , immersed in rich culture and tradition, a wide range of accommodation are at your disposal in both region ranging from luxury hotel with heritage touch to budget accommodation to home stay to houseboat to camps. This region does have something to everyone to appeal, pilgrimage tours (Vaishno Devi and Amarnath Yatra), mountain biking, mountaineering, trekking, skiing, culture, traditions, food, and honeymoon.