Jammu Kashmir also referred to as the Paradise on earth is the awesome tourist destination in India. It is the destination which will engulf you in its beauty. Jammu Kashmir attracts a number of tourists from all over the world and it also has some of the famous pilgrimage destinations. The tourism of Jammu and Kashmir is growing rapidly so we at Jammu Kashmir Tourism had made some of the best Jammu Kashmir tour packages for you in which we had covered almost all the famous tourists places of Jammu and Kashmir and had taken care for each and every requirement that one need to have on tour so that your trip to Jammu and Kashmir become a wonderful experience. So come and explore the beauty of Jammu and Kashmir with us.
Geographical Diversity
The state enjoys a sharp rise of altitude from 1000 feet to 28250 feet above the sea level, with three different climatic regions- Arctic cold deserts of Ladakh, temperate Kashmir valley and sub-tropical Jammu. Jammu & Kashmir is divided in four zones:
1 . The Shivalik Ranges
2 . The high mountainous part of the Kashmir Valley, Pir Panchal range and its off-shoots (Doda, Poonch and Rajouri districts and part of Kathua and Udhampur districts)
3 . Sub-mountain and semi-mountain plain- kandi (dry belt)
4 . The middle run of the Indus river comprising Leh and Kargil.
Each zone has a distinctive identity in terms of natural beauty, flora and fauna, culture, food and lifestyle. The region is nurtured by the major rivers- Jhelum, Indus, Chenab, Tawi and Ravi- that flow through the state.
The state has two capitals- Srinagar (the summer capital; famous for lakes, houseboats and Mughal gardens) and Jammu (the winter capital; popular for temples).
Economy
The local people are mostly involved in agriculture. Kashmir is a leading exporter in agricultural products such as apples, barley, cherries, corn, millet, oranges, rice, peaches, pears, saffron, sorghum, vegetables, saffron and wheat. The manufacturing industries for handicrafts, rugs and shawls contribute a major part in the state's economy.
The state of Jammu & Kashmir is situated mostly in the Himalayan mountains, therefore it is frequently visited by the adventure enthusiasts for trekking, rafting and skiing. Some of the major pilgrimage centers of India, including the Amarnath Caves and Vaishnodevi Shrine are situated in Jammu and Kashmir. Therefore, tourism also contributes a lot towards the economy.
Culture
The state (often called J&K) has been a prime centre for learning Sanskrit and Persian since time immemorial. Today, J&K comprises of Hindu, Islamic and Tibetan culture. The diversity can be observed in the life style, architecture, music, dance, festivals and literature of the people of different districts. The people of J&K speak Urdu, Kashmiri, Hindi, Dogri, Pahari and Ladakhi languages.
The best seasons to visit are also categorized according to the climatic conditions, as each part differs greatly in topography. For visiting Jammu, it is October to February, for Kashmir- May to October, and November to February, and for Ladakh, it is Mid June to September.
Jammu Kashmir also referred to as the Paradise on earth is the awesome tourist destination in India. It is the destination which will engulf you in its beauty. Jammu Kashmir attracts a number of tourists from all over the world and it also has some of the famous pilgrimage destinations. The tourism of Jammu and Kashmir is growing rapidly so we at Jammu Kashmir Tourism had made some of the best Jammu Kashmir tour packages for you in which we had covered almost all the famous tourists places of Jammu and Kashmir and had taken care for each and every requirement that one need to have on tour so that your trip to Jammu and Kashmir become a wonderful experience. So come and explore the beauty of Jammu and Kashmir with us.
