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Jammu & Kashmir Holidays
Tucked away in the foothills of the Himalayas, with the picturesque river
Tawi flowing alongside, stands the land that Raja Jambu Lochan discovered
one day while he was hunting. Legend has it that he suddenly came upon a
clearing where he saw a sight that left him speechless.
A tiger and a goat stood side by side drinking water from the same place
in the Tawi river. He was so struck by this unsual sight that he decided
to build a city on this soil where no-living creature seemed to bear enmity
towards each other.

Today, as if in testimony, the city of Jammu is popularly known as the
"City of Temeples". Innumerable temples and shrines with glittering
"Shikhars" soar into the sky, like caretakers of the city, creating
the ambience of a truly holy city.
Places to See
Gulmarg
Gulmarg is surrounded by dense forests of tall conifers ,Gulmarg is known
for unparalled beauty nad is rated as one of the matchless tourist spots
of the world. It is famous for Golf hikes and boasts of a beautiful highland
golf course.
Jammu
The City of Jammu is popularly known as the "City of Temeples".
Innumerable temples and shrines with glittering "Shikhars" soar
into the sky, like caretakers of the city, creating the ambience of a truly
holy city.
Kargil
Kargil district carved out of erstwhile district Ladakh came into existence
in July 1979.It lies in the North-east Of Kashmir Valley at a distance of
205 Kms. from Srinagar with a geographical area of 14,036 Sq.Kms.
Ladakh - Leh
Ladakh, a part of Jammu & Kashmir State in north of India consisting
of two districts Leh and Kargil. Leh with an area of 45110 Sq Km makes it
largest district in the country in terms of area.
Pahalgam
Pahalgam has a golf course at 2400 meters above the sea level. Camping equipment,
ponies and skiing equipment is readily available. Kolahoi is a popular destinantion
via Aru a charming meadow. Pahalgam is base camp for the pilgrims of Amarnath.
Patnitop 
Patnitop is enveloped by thickly wooded forests,Patnitop offers beautiful
picnic spots, peaceful walks and breathtaking views of the mountainscape
of the Chenab basin. In winter, the resort is generally covered with athick
mantle of snow thus providing opportunities for various snow games includingskiing.
Sonamarg
Sonamarg is a place of enthralling beauty. Three lakes viz Kishensar,Vishensar
and Gangabal can be viewed from Nichnai Pass. 20 Kms east of Sonamarg is
Zoji-La Pass at 3540 mtrs which leads into Ladakh Plateau.
Srinagar
Srinagar district is situated in the centre of Kashmir Valley, is surrounded
by five districts.In the north it is flanked by Kargil,in the South by Pulwama,in
the north-west by Budgam.
Vaishno Devi
Sri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine is one of the most popular Shrines of India.
The Goddess Vaishno Devi's abode is in 100 feet long cave with a narrow
opening. The holy cold and crystal clear water washes the lotus feet of
the Mata's "Pindian".
Zangla 
Zangla the old castle now in ruins except from a small chappel, occupies
a hill, overlooking the desertic valley below. Nearby is the old Nunnery
worth a visit for the austere life style of the small monastic community
of nuns.
Zanskar
Zanskar road winds down the steep slopes of the watershed to the head of
the Stod Valley, one of Zanskar's main tributary valleys, the majestic "Drang-Drung"
glacier looms into full view.