J&K consists of three main regions – Jammu, the Kashmir Valley and Ladakh. Between the three, the state offers beautiful verdant mountains and valleys, religious shrines and remote mountains. The people here are warm and hospitable, and they will welcome you into their land and homes easily. Each of these regions has its own culture, and this is evident in their daily lives and also their lifestyle.

Whatever your reason for visiting J&K, whether it is to enjoy the beauty, or test your limits while trekking the mountains, or simply to discover serenity and peace, J&K will offer you several reasons to keep coming back for more.

Highlights Of Jammu & Kashmir: Things To See And Do

One can never run out of places to explore in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. The land is brimming with picturesque vistas, amazing flora, stunning architecture and there are quaint homestays and eco-friendly resorts that visitors can choose from. Those with an adventurous bent of mind will find a plethora of activities waiting for them. And finally, if you are spiritually inclined, the numerous religious shrines will show you the way to peace and serenity.

Temples

Jammu & Kashmir is known for its religious shrines. The state abounds with important pilgrimage sites for people of all religions, whether Hindu, Muslim or Buddhist. There are people who travel from far to pay homage, and others who visit to feast their eyes upon the beauty of some of these ancient structures.

• Raghunath Temple

• Shankaracharya Temple

• Jamia Masjid

• Amarnath Cave

• Vaishno Devi

Timings: When You Should Visit Jammu and kashmir

Jammu and Kashmir is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful places in India, and it pulls visitors in every season. If you like the pristine beauty of snow, then winter is the best time to visit. Spring is perfect for nature enthusiasts and young couples, while summer is ideal for families with kids or elderly people when the weather is warmer.

Winter lasts from October to March and temperature stays in the range of -2 to 12 degrees. Summer starts in April and lasts until June, with temperature between 15-30 degrees. J&K does get a spell of monsoon which is from the months of July to September. Spring sneaks in between winter and summer.

How To Get To Jammu & Kashmir

By Flight - Visitors can fly into Jammu, Srinagar and Leh from most of the top cities in India on all leading airlines.

By Rail - Udhampur is the last railway station on the northern railway line. Visitors can take the train up to this stop and then hire taxis or take a bus to go onwards. However, it is better to get down at Jammu as onward transport is more readily available from there.

By Road - Travelers can drive into the state via Jammu and go up to Srinagar, or they can enter from Manali in Himachal Pradesh and drive up to Leh. There are several state-owned and private buses also that ply these routes.

Interesting Facts About Jammu & Kashmir

• Legend has it that Kashmir used to be a lake that was drained.

• Kashmir is also called ‘Paradise on earth’.

• The world’s second highest peak, the K2, is in Kashmir.

• It is the only state to have its own animal, bird, tree, flower and flag.

• People of J&K hold dual citizenships – that of the state and the nation.

• Only citizens of the state can buy property here.