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Jammu, a fantastical destination that draws millions of visitors from around the globe each year, is

blessed with a lot of beautiful resorts close by. A wide range of tourist attractions, including babbling
valleys, charming villages, magnificent fruit orchards, pristine meadows, cold mountain breezes, and
snow-covered slopes, are relatively close to the city.

No matter if you are a peace seeker, a nature lover, a photography enthusiast, or an adventure
enthusiast, there are several breathtakingly beautiful tourist destinations close to Jammu that may
tempt you to stay there forever. You can discover all you need for a wonderful trip between 45 to 300
miles of Palampur, Dalhousie, and other gorgeous and serene locations, as well as Sanasar and
Khilanmarg, which are both exciting and adrenaline-fueled hotspots.

You may engage in a wide range of activities close to Jammu, from buying regional handicrafts and
praying at ancient temples to admiring historic buildings and taking part in mountain sports.

Here are some of the top tourist destinations close to Jammu:

1. Vaishno Devi Temple, a Well-Known Location


Millions of visitors visit the Vaishno Devi Temple each year, making it one of the busiest Hindu
sanctuaries in the world. The temple is devoted to the goddess Mahalakshmi, and it is said that
anything you ask for here will come true. People must hike from a point to the top of the cave-style
temple because it is 5200 feet above sea level. In addition to walking, you can use a helicopter, a
pony, or a palanquin to get to Vaishno Devi Temple, one of the top attractions in Jammu.

2. Raghunath Temple, a Prominent Hindu Shrine jammu


Raghunath Temple is another must-see on our list of Jammu's attractions. The structure was created
by Maharaja Ranjit Singh at the start of the nineteenth century. The spires on each temple in the
complex are similar but varied in height. The architecture in this area appears to be a fusion of Sikh
and Mughal designs. The murals inside the temples draw attention in addition to the exterior and
general appearance since they feature scenes from the Ramayana, Bhagavad Geeta, and Mahabharat.

3. Jammu's Bahu Fort - The Walls That Have Survived


The Bahu Fort is a crucial component of any sightseeing tour of Jammu. This fort was constructed in
the 18th century by Raja Gulab Singh of the Dogra Empire. It is situated 325 metres above sea level,
across from Jammu's Old Town. The building's massive defensive walls were constructed using lime
and black mortar. Although there are several sights inside the Bahu Fort, the Mahakali Temple, which
was constructed in the seventh century, is the most well-known.

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