Leisure Tourism in Jammu and Kashmir

Leisure Tourism in Jammu and Kashmir

Leisure Tourism in Jammu and Kashmir is now increasing through the restoration of palaces, forts and archaeological ruins.

Leisure Tourism in Jammu and Kashmir includes the palaces, heritage hotels, resorts, archaeological ruins and historical forts. Jammu and Kashmir has a number of monuments which are of prime historical importance.

Hari Parbat
Hari Parbat fort of Jammu and Kashmir was built in the 18th century and is a much visited site of the state.

Baghe Bahu Fort
Baghe Bahu Fort in Jammu is the oldest structure built almost three thousand years ago by Raja Bahulochan but restored by Dogra Kings. Situated on the bank of Tawi River, this fort still astounds its visitors with its beauty and grandeur. Beautiful gardens and waterfalls enhance the exquisiteness of this fort.

Palaces in Jammu and Kashmir
Palaces in Jammu and Kashmir also have a great historical significance. Numerous palaces were built in the land of Jammu and Kashmir, but at present only a few survives. The Amar Mahal Palace in Jammu and Ram Nagar Palace in Udhampur District are the most well-known palaces of the state.

Amar Mahal Palace
Situated on the luxuriant green hills Amar Mahal palace was the housing palace of the Dogra rulers in Kashmir and an embodiment of royalty. This palace also houses a museum which the tourists will find pretty interesting.

Ram Nagar Palace
Ram Nagar Palace has the famous Sheesh Mahal Palace, Darbar hall and Rang Mahal. The walls of the halls are richly ornamented and are quite appealing to the onlookers. The monuments in the state of Jammu and Kashmir are noteworthy for its architectural extravaganza. Jammu and Kashmir is a haven for the tourists who want to make a trip to hill stations. The stupendous heights and the appealing climate of the hill stations are bound to enthral the tourists.

Sonamarg Hill Station resort
Sonamarg hill station in Jammu and Kashmir is a paradise for tourists and one of the most popular destinations in India.

Patnitop Hill Station
Patnitop Hill Station is a tourist’s favourite. This hill station is surrounded by dense forest and luxuriant green Pines.

Srinagar Hill Station
Srinagar hill station has captivated its tourist with its fascinating Himalayan Mountain Range backdrop, scenic gardens and glittering lakes.

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