Hotels In Jammu (1)

History

Jammu has been ruled by various dynasties over the centuries. However, much is not known about the passage of power between different regimes in the region. Gulab Singh, the founder of the Dogra dynasty, began his rule of this region in 1846. Later, Jammu and Kashmir became a princely state under the rule of the British East India Company. After partition, it came to be a part of the Union of India in 1947.

Overview

Jammu is located along the banks of the Tawi River. It is the winter capital of the Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. This city is adorned with beautiful temples. The best time to visit Jammu is between October to May. If you're looking to travel in the coming months, then you can consider travelling in March, when the average minimum temperature is 10.1 degrees Celsius and the maximum temperature is 25 degrees Celsius. However, if you want to avoid the higher-than-average rainfall this month, you can defer your plans to April and May.

Places of Interest

Dogra Art Museum: This government museum houses heritage from the Dogra clan, many of whom still live in India and Pakistan. The biggest museum in the region, it was erected in 1875. Dogra Art Museum has 7216 items of cultural importance, including manuscripts, costumes, armour, jewellery, artefacts, and more.

Raghunath Temple: This temple complex contains seven Hindu shrines. Its construction began nearly two centuries ago — back in 1835. The main deity is Rama, also known as Raghunath. You will several beautiful icons within the niches of the walls of the shrine. Most notable is the temple premises that houses over 6,000 manuscripts in the library.

Bahu Fort: This historic fort lies on the banks of the River Tawi. It is on an elevation of 325 metres and has thick sandstone walls. A temple made of white marble is dedicated to the goddess Kali. Meanwhile, the terraced Bagh-e-Bahu Mughal Garden has some beautiful fountains. It also houses India's biggest underground aquarium.

Vaishno Devi Temple: Millions of people visit this holy site every year. It is believed that people who visit this sacred place will have their sincerest desires fulfilled. This magnificent temple is at a height of 5,200 feet above sea level. Options to reach the destination include trekking, taking a pony ride, or arriving by helicopter.

Travel Options

By Air: Jammu has a domestic airport, while Srinagar has an international airport. If you are travelling from Delhi Airport, which is over 600 kms away, it will take you around 2 hours to reach Jammu. Meanwhile, if you're arriving at Jammu from Leh, you will need around an hour for the 299 kms distance.

By Rail: Srinagar does not have a railway station, but Jammu's Tawi Railway Station will fulfil your needs. It is connected to many major cities in India. From Delhi to Jammu, you will need around 9 hours to complete the 580 kms journey. Amritsar to Jammu via train will take you 5 hours 15 minutes to 5 hours 50 minutes for 207 kms.

By Road: Compared to other cities, there are a limited number of buses that ply to Jammu. However, finding a bus that takes you to Jammu from a major city is not a difficult task. Here are some options:

Delhi to Jammu — 580 kms to 640 kms (12 hours 30 minutes to 13 hours 45 minutes)

• Chandigarh to Jammu — 360 kms to 372 kms (6 hours 35 minutes to 7 hours 20 minutes)
• Noida to Jammu — 602 kms to 619 kms (11 hours 15 minutes to 13 hours 35 minutes)

Accommodation

Lemon Tree Hotel, Jammu: This refreshingly different hotel is near the Jammu Railway Station; it's just a 2-minute walk or 300 meters away. Lying in the heart of the city, the hotel is a 20-minute drive from the Jammu Civil Enclave Airport and only 10 minutes from the city center. Additionally, the Lemon Tree Hotel in Jammu is just 5 kms from tourist locations like the Raghunath Temple and 3.4 kms or 12 minutes from the magnificent Bahu Fort and Garden. With every major attraction within reach, this can be a great temporary home for you.

The 39 well-furnished rooms are spacious and welcoming. They come with amenities like high-speed WiFi, drinking water, a tea/coffee maker, DTH services, a minibar, and others. If you're looking for restaurants near the Jammu Railway Station, then the Citrus Cafe should be at the top of your list. It offers all-day dining and a range of global and local delicacies. You can also visit the Slounge Bar to unwind or simply opt for in-room dining if you're having a busy day.

Thanks to their conference facilities, you can conduct business meetings or host functions with ease. The Board Room can allow up to 8 people, while the larger Tangerine Room can handle up to 120 people in a theatre or 40 people in a round table meeting. And if you want to maintain your fitness routine, then you can use the fully-functional fitness center to meet your exercise goals.