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Jammu takes prides in being called the winter capital of the Jammu and
Kashmir state (the summer capital being Srinagar). Jammu is a
common getaway to Kashmir, Patnitop, Vaishno Devi, Amarnath Yatra and other
popular tourist places. Many travellers spend a night or two in the
picturesque city before heading out to another city.
Jammu is also
popular for housing a number of historical structures like Mubarak Mandi
Palace, Bahu Fort and Amar Mahal Palace. These structures showcase different
architectural styles such as European, Mughal and Rajasthani. To sum up,
Jammu is a great destination if you wish to explore the religious and scenic
side of India.
Nearest airport is Jammu Airport (also known as Satwari Airport (IATA: IXJ, ICAO: VIJU))
is a civil airport in Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir, India.
Jammu
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Raghunath Mandir
Innumerous temples are found in various parts of the city but what makes
the Raghunath Temple so special is its unique location right in the
heart of the city. Maharaja Gulab Singh, the founder of the kingdom of
Jammu and Kashmir is credited with the beginning of construction
activities of this temple way back in 1835 A.D. |
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Bahu Fort
Situated along the banks of river Tawi, the grand structure of Bahu Fort
is possibly the oldest construction in Jammu. The magnificent
waterfalls, green terraced gardens and blooming flowers inside this fort
make it one of the most serene forts that you would have ever witnessed. |
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Vaishno Devi Temple
One of the most sacred Hindu Shrines of India, Vaishno Devi Temple is
set on the top of the Trikuta Hills of the lower Himalayas. Dedicated to
Maa Vaishno Devi, the temple holds immense religious importance, which
is why it visited by a number of pilgrims every year. It is believed
that around 8 million people visit the shrine every year. |
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Bagh-e-Bahu Aquarium
The largest underground aquarium in the Indian subcontinent, Bagh-e-Bahu
aquarium in Jammu is one of the most popular attractions here that
attracts tourists in huge numbers. The place is equally popular amidst
locals as well as tourists that it houses an amazing collection of
exotic marine life. |
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Bagh-e-Bahu
Located in
the foothills of the Himalayas, having river Tawi for company, Jammu is
truly a haven for international as well as domestic tourists. According
to legend, King Jamboo Lochan founded the city. It is believed that one
day while hunting, the king witnessed an unusual sight after crossing
Tawi river. |
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Lakshmi Narayan Temple
Jammu, a lovely city on the foothills of the Himalayas has a very
interesting past. According to popular legend, this city which now
abounds in temples with the Lakshmi Narayan Temple being an important
one amongst them was built by Raja Jambu Lochan after he saw a very rare
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Dogra Art Gallery
Dogra Art Gallery lures each and every visitor with its unique
collection of paintings. Located in the Pink Hall of the Mubarak Mandi
Palace Complex, this art museum is a rich repository that displays rare
paintings possessing immense artistic value. |
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Amar Mahal Palace
Amar Mahal, located in Jammu, is a palace depicting grandeur of an
erstwhile era. It was constructed by a French architect for Raja Amar
Singh, belonging to the Dogra dynasty. The architecture of this
marvelous palace resembles the grand Chateaus of France. |
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