Tag: Places to Visit near Jammu

The breathtaking beauty of Jammu cannot be described in words. It can only be seen and felt. In this article, we have shortlisted the five best places to visit in Jammu for every traveller. This winter capital, located on the banks of river Tawi, is the largest city and second most populated in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. It is popularly known as the City of Temples for its ancient temples, and it is also of significant importance for the pilgrims going to Vaishno Devi. Jammu is named after its founder, Raja Jambulochan, who is believed to have ruled the area in the 9th century. It is also strategically important as all the routes leading to Kashmir, Poonch, Doda and Ladakh start from Jammu. As there are significant tourist attractions in Jammu, it ...