tourism

Trekking routes to be promoted in Kargil

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The state government has directed the tourism department to launch a comprehensive publicity campaign to promote the newly opened trekking tracks in Kargil district with an aim to promote adventure tourism. While reviewing the developmental projects in the newly formed Ladakh division, Chief Secretary BVR Subrahmanyam asked officials on Sunday to give wide publicity to … Read more

Soon ‘Mini Goa’ of J&K — Basohli will have leisure water sports

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After remaining neglected for decades, the ‘mini Goa’ of J&K — Basohli, a historic area in Kathua district — is finally set to get a major boost, with the state administration planning to develop leisure water sports at the tourist spot. For the purpose, the newly created Bani-Basohli Development Authority (BBDA) has sought the expression … Read more

Myths and local legends about river Devika

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The river Devika is one of the holiest rivers of Duggar formed by rills and other small water channels cascading from springs in Shivgarh range about a hundred kilometer north of Jammu city. Just above Sudhmahadev, at about 1600 meter altitude which is vast mountain shelf, Devika takes its final shape.  Large number of tirthas … Read more

After backlash on Social Media, Tourism dept’s social media handles for Jammu restored

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Bowing to the public pressure, the state tourism department has revoked its order to shut down the separate social media accounts of Jammu. The Twitter and Instagram handles have resumed its functioning to promote the religious and tourist places in 10 districts of the Jammu region. Following public outcry, there will be now three separate … Read more

Jammu social media users express ire against shutdown of Jammu Tourism social media

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The state tourism department is facing people’s ire over the decision to shutdown social media handles promoting tourist destinations in Jammu region. The decision of promotional wing of the tourism department to create a single social media account ‘J&K Tourism’ for all three regions of the state has not gone down well with residents. People … Read more

Is Kashmir tourism jealous of Jammu?

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According to news by Daily Excelsior, Jammu province receives 20 times greater tourist footfall than Kashmir. And in sheer display of “jealousy”, ‘the Tourism Department of State Government has decided to virtually block publicity of tourist places of this region’. The department has always been portraying entire J&K as Kashmir only forcing Jammu to suffer … Read more

Jammu is fast emerging as tourist spot

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Gone are the days of Kashmir being the sole darling of tourists. Official apathy too helped portray Kashmir region as the only tourist destination of the state. Slowly and steadily, Ladakh has developed a unique place on the international tourism map. Surprisingly, the long forgotten and dejected Jammu region is also emerging very quickly. Here … Read more

Fresh snowfall turns Patnitop & Vaishno Devi Ji milky white

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Two prominent places of Jammu have witnessed season’s fresh snowfall. Here are the places and things to know thereof: •       The holy Vaishno Devi Shrine has witnessed the season’s first snowfall. The Trikuta hills, the pathway to the holy shrine and the shrine itself has been shrouded under the white cover of snow. … Read more

Winged visitors throng Gharana wetland

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Hundreds of migratory birds have arrived at the Gharana Wetland Conservation Reserve after keeping away last year due to heavy firing and shelling along the International Border here. Every year, with the onset of the winter, over 370 bird species, including 310 water species from Central-Asian highlands, start congregating at various wetlands in India. Last … Read more

About 5000-year-old Kameshwar Temple In Akhnoor

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Jammu division is a place of temples, Kameshwar Temple located in Akhnoor is believed to be about 5500 year old and belongs to the era of the Pandavas. There is a very fascinating story associated to this temple which is thronged by people especially on the VishvaKarma Day. The “ Pindis” present in the Temple date back … Read more

Weekend Getaway from Jammu | Purmandal Uttar Behni

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Travel really has a way of opening your mind. Find solace this weekend in this secluded, tranquil place in Purmandal Uttar Behni to find yourself. The place is also known as Chhota Kashi  because it is considered equal to Kashi in Uttar Pradesh and is located just off the national highway leading towards Pathankot, is … Read more

See Ranbireshwar temple like never before

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ranbireshwar temple video

Although the Ranbireshwar Temple needs no introduction, yet let us introduce it for those who don’t know. Built by Maharaja Ranbir Singh, the temple stands tall at Shalamar, Jammu and can be spotted from the other bank of river Tawi also. The temple is one of the most prominent Dogra heritages of Jammu. The temple … Read more

Bhaderwah: Most popular, yet ignored

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Bhaderwah

The rush of tourists in Bhaderwah is increasing day by day. Surprisingly, none of the hotels, guesthouses and official accommodation of Bhaderwah Development Authority, BDA are available.  A fact which should no more be ignored by the Tourism department of the state is that more than two lakh visitors from the state and outside have … Read more

Watch Video: Purmandal – Mini Kashi of Jammu

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In an earlier article, Jammu Virasat told you the story of river Devika, the sister of river Ganga and its significance. Today, we shall introduce you with Purmandal, a sleepy little village situated on the banks of the Devika.  Purmandal is a major pilgrimage site in Samba district of Jammu region.

Read also: Devika, sister of river Ganga, flows here in Jammu

The place has number of old temples and dharmashalas.

Here is a video produced by the J & K Dharmarth Trust showcasing the beauty and significance of Purmandal

“Purmandal” is about 40 km to the east of Jammu. It is also referred as ‘Chhota Kashi’. Purmandal is situated on the banks of the Devika River, was an ancient center of trade and learning. The temples managed and maintained by J&K Dharmarth Trust.

Interesting things to know about Chamliyal Mela

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Chamliyal Mela Jammu kashmir

The centuries-old Chamliyal Mela is celebrated with zeal and enthusiasm along the International Border (IB) in the Ramgarh , with traditional exchange of sacred ‘shakkar’ (holy soil), ‘sharbat’ (holy water) and ‘chaddar’ with Pakistan. The Chamliyal Mela is being organized every year with much pomp and show at No Man’s Land where people gather on … Read more

Things To Know About Kheer Bhawani Temple Jammu

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Kheer Bhawani Temple Jammu

Jyeshta Ashtami day, of Hindu calendar, falls on 20th of this month. The day has significant for Kashmiri Pandit community as it is the day they visit the Mata Kheer Bhawani shrine in Kashmir. Since, it is not possible for every Pandit to visit Kashmir from Jammu and other far off places, it is also … Read more

Devika, sister of river Ganga, flows here in Jammu

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devika river jammu

Jammu may be called as city of temples but in fact it is a land of, not just temples, but a number of holy shrines, ponds and other water bodies and many other places of devotion, associated with folk traditions of Duggar. Though fewer people might immediately recognise the name, but the river Devika is … Read more

Belief & Legend associated with Aparneswar Temple, Mantalai

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Aparneswar Temple, Mantalai of lord shiva

The ancient temple of Lord Shiva, also known as Aparneswar is located near Mantalai Lake. It is 42 km away from Patnitop and it is 120 km away from Jammu. A few kilometres farther you will find Mantalai Temple at an elevation of 1450 metres from the ground, surrounded by deodar trees. The surrounding area is … Read more

Decoding the mystery of Baba Buddha Amarnath in Poonch

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About Buddha amarnath poonch

Baba Buddha Amarnath shrine is one of the oldest shrines of Jammu region. The splendid and holy temple of Baba Buddha Amarnath is located in the village of Rajpura in tehsil Mandi of Poonch district. This temple is also known as “Chattani Baba Amarnath temple” which stands erect at 290 km in the North-West directionof Poonch. This … Read more

6 Museums in Jammu You Probably Didn’t Know About

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Mubarak-Mandi-Palace-Jammu

A visit to the Museum imparts knowledge about the civilization of the past and present and adds a glimpse of the future as well. We present to you a list of museums in Jammu that you must pay a visit to: Amar Mahal Palace and museum: This iconic building is the unofficial mascot of Jammu. … Read more