Jammu and Kashmir tourism and travel guide
Overview
The state of Jammu Kashmir is the northernmost state of our country. On the whole, the state is broadly divided into three major regions viz. Salubrious Kashmir Valley Region, the Sub-Tropical Jammu Region, and the Arctic Gold Region. The unmatched beauty of the region is totally unique making it a great tourist attraction. The state of Jammu and Kashmir is vested with a high-quality mineral base. Moreover, there is an abundant and considerable amount of water resources. All over the world, the lovely state of Jammu and Kashmir is famous for its handicrafts and handloom products. The state is a tourist paradise. People from all over the world come to this beautiful and tranquil land to imbibe the serene and calmness of the land within themselves. Many people visit this place every year.
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History:The foundation of Kashmir is said to have lain by the Kashyapa also referred to as the Kashyapamar The earliest people on this cold land are believed to be nomads leaving a nomadic life with their cattle. Buddhism influenced Kashmir during the rule of Ashoka. Varied traditions and customs are believed to have existed till the reign of the Muslims. The Mughals have a deep influence on the land.
Climate/Temperature: The state of Jammu and Kashmir experiences cold weather conditions throughout the year. The temperature in Jammu is pleasant, cool in Kashmir and freezing cold in some areas. If you are planning to visit the place then you should carry a considerable amount of woolens with you.
Places to Visit / Attractions: The scenic beauty of Kashmir has given it the name of heaven on earth. The Shankaracharya Temple provides excellent views of the valley of Kashmir. Other places of tourist attractions are the famous Mughal Gardens of Shalimar and Gulmarg, which offers spectacular scenic beauty. It is also the place where “yatra” to the shrine of Amarnath begins. In Srinagar, one can also enjoy boating in cushioned shikaras across the Dal and Nagin Lakes.
Jammu is known as the city of temples as a number of temples wrapped in age-old myths dot the area. Also, there are quite a few forts and palaces. Some important places of interest 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.
Apart from these, 48kms away from Jammu, the shrine of the Goddess Vaishnodevi is one of the most important tourist attractions in Jammu and Kashmir. It is considered one of the most sacred places worship among the Hindus.
The Mughals decorated the city of Srinagar with manicured waterfront gardens, now collectively known as the Mughal Gardens. The city has quite a few picturesque lakes rimmed with Shikaras (houseboats). Here also you find some old temples and mosques of exquisite architecture. Some important attractions in Kashmir valley are: Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, Chashma Shahi, Pari Mahal, Hazratbal Mosque, Jama Masjid, Shankaracharya Temple, Makhdoom Sahib, Martand, Awantipur.
The mountain resort of Gulmarg lies close to Srinagar within this valley. At an altitude of 2,650mtrs, it is the highest green golf course in the world and a premier ski resort in the winter.
Another important site in the region is Pahalgam. Situated at the confluence of the streams flowing from Sheshnag Lake and the river Lidder, Pahalgam is a hill station of breathtaking beauty.
At a distance of 46 km from Pahalgam and 141 Kms from Srinagar, Amarnathji is an important pilgrimage in the region. Devout Hindus undertake the long tedious trek to reach the caves during the months of July-August, when the icon of Lord Shiva, is formed naturally of an ice-stalagmite.
In Ladakh, one can have a look at the famous Thiksey Monastery. The Stok Palace and Museum also houses the royal relics of the last ruling family of Ladakh.
Adventure & Activities
The most popular tourist sports and activities in Jammu and Kashmir include skiing, fishing, hunting, river rafting, bicycling, snow skiing, rock climbing, camping, kayaking, canoe trips, and surfing. Jammu and Kashmir is a hub for all these adventure sports. You can get ample time for all these sports if you are on a vacation to Kashmir.
Huge mountains cover most part of the land of Jammu and Kashmir. The Himalayan ranges cover almost the entire part of the serene land. The heights of the mountain ranges vary from 3000 to 6000 meters. Some are even above this range. There are many rivers, which increase the beauty of the place to a large extent. The number of streams, rivers and hill torrents are fairly large. The important rivers in the region are Jehlum, Chenab, Indus and Ravi.
The beautiful land of Jammu and Kashmir is situated on the northern extremity of India enjoy the nature with Jammu and Kashmir tour package. The entire area of the land is 22,22,236 sq, km. This lovely land is situated between 32.17 degrees and 36.58 degrees north latitude and 37.26 degrees and 80.30 degrees east longitude. Snow-capped mountains, exhilarating treks, lush green meadows, limpid lakes, chunky forests, and breathtaking panoramas mark the landscape of this paradise on Earth. J&K is basically divided into three major regions namely, Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh. Jammu lies on the southeastern side of the state, Kashmir lies on the western side and Ladakh lies on the northern and northeastern side of the land.
The state of Jammu and Kashmir is full of flora and fauna. It is famous for its rich flora and fauna. There are many varieties of plants throughout the state. The varieties of plants differ from place to place within the state. In Jammu, one can find thick bush type plants scattered over the region. There is temperate and alpine flora also in Jammu. At higher altitudes, there are Berbers, rhododendron, birch, and other herbal plants. The Kashmir valley is abundant in wood and the game. The most wonderful variety of trees found in the Kashmir valley are the trees of Chinar found almost everywhere in the valley.
Talking about the fauna in the region, there is a huge and wide-ranging fauna including bear, sheep, cheetah, leopard, deer, muskrat, snake, bat, lizard, frog, peacock, snow partridge and pheasant. In Ladakh also there is rich fauna including Himalayan Ibex, red bear, gazelle, yak, and antelope.
People / Population: The total population calculated in the year 1995 was 76.77 lakhs. In India, this state is one of the smallest in population. It accounts for less than one percent of the total population of the country. Around 12 million people live in Kashmir out of which roughly 70% are Muslims.
Religions: In the Vale of Kashmir,95% of the people are Muslims, the majority being Sunnis while in Jammu 65% are Hindus. In Ladakh, 52% are Lamaistic Buddhists. Most follow Mahayana Buddhism of the Vajrayana. The Red Hat Drukpa(Kaygupa)sect of Tibetan Monastic Buddhists enjoys real patronage. The most dominating religion is Islam followed by Hinduism and Buddhism. Other majority religions such as Christianity, Islam, and Sikhism are also present followed by people in small numbers.
Languages Spoken: The state of Jammu and Kashmir is one state with so much diversity of religions, people and languages. There are a number of languages spoken by different people of this land. The main languages spoken in the region are Kashmiri, Shina, Dogri, Ladakhi, Hindi, Urdu and Punjabi.
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