BDADERWAH__FEEL THE LOVE AT FIRST GLANCE
Bhaderwah In Summer
Have
you ever heard of another Kashmir within Kashmir? If not then you
haven't seen the enchanting town of Bhadarwah. This mesmerizing town is
so beautiful that you will fall in love with it at the first glance.
Popularly known as "Mini Kashmir" this breathtaking town has an exotic
forest and small streams flowing through its various parts. What's more
when you visit the main market of this town you can view the spectacular
Halyan River. Visit Bhaderwah and be the first ones to boast about its
breathtaking beauty to your family and friends.
Bhaderwah In Winter
How to Reach:
By Train:
The
main railhead for Bhadarwah is Jammu Tawi (205 kms) where trains arrive
from Delhi, Calcutta, Pune, Mumbai, Kanyakumari, Ahmedabad, etc.
Recently train service has started till Udhampur (120 kms).
By Road:
The journey to Bhadarwah is entertaining and thrilling. The journey can be divided into three logical parts: Road
connecting Bhadarwah with Jammu, is a good, all-weather road with
several sharp inclines and hairpin bends. All the roads are maintained
by the Border Roads Organization (BRO), which clears the road of any
obstructions resulting from natural causes like landslides and heavy
snowfall. Deluxe busses are operated by J&K SRTC as well as other
private transport agencies.
Places to Visit:
Chinta Valley
Chinta
a picturesque valley located at a height of 6,500 feet, has thick
coniferous forests on all sides and Chinta nallah flowing through it.
Many scenic spots are situated around this place. One such place is
known as Thuba, which is situated across Chinta nallah. Horse ride from
Baggan to Thuba is enjoyable. Thuba is the highest point which separates
the Chinta valley from Bhadarwah.This place also has ancient temple of
Lord Shiva.
Sarthal
Sarthal is one of the mesmerizing valleys enroute Bhaderwah-Bani-Basohli Road which has now become a tourist circuit wherein the tourists divert from Lakhanpur to Bhaderwah via Bani Basohli Road after having break journey at Sarthal Valley. The route via Sarthal used to be the ancient traditional route for Bhadarwah, Bani, Basohli areas as a vital connecting link, passing through Chatergalla Pass, the Highest pass in the area. The valley is endowed with unique biodiversity. The ridge is the haven for Himalayan wild goat called as tahr, besides, bear, leopard, musk deer, monal and western tragopon and variety of birds and reptiles found in the area
Nalthi-Basti
Nalthi
is 10 kms. from Bhadarwah which serves as a base camp for trekkers. It
has come a junction point with the completion of Bhadarwah-Bani-Basholi
road.Trekkers
from Sarthal (Bani) and Bhadarwah take rest at this beautiful place
after descending from or ascending to 10,500 feet high. Apart from dense
deodar forests, it has been gifted with lushgreen patches of grasslands
studded with blooming flowering plants of different colours. The cool
breeze flowing across snow-clad mountains makes the place all the more
fascinating in summer months.
Sartingal
Sartingal
is another unexplored area situated on the southern extreme of
Bhadarwah Valley. Sunshine on the one hand and the fragrant breeze from
Kailash, Ashapati hills Sartingal and neighbouring forests on the other,
make the place different from other spots.
Lake View Resort
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Gatha Lake View Resorts Situated in the lap of Bhaderwah, the Lake View Resort developed in short span of two years with the hard efforts of Bhaderwah Development Authority. Located just 1 km away from heart of the city, it provides the best view of Mighty Kailash peaks and Asha pati glacier. Adjacent to it is bid trout farm and sale counter of department of Fisheries. The cultured trout and the wild snow trout of river Neeru are the highly relished delicacies of Bhaderwah.
Khani Top
Khani
Top is situated 25 kms. from Bhadarwah.Trekkers would also find it a
convenient launching site for expedition to Ashapati peak on the border
with Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh. Amidst greenery, it offers a
treasure of scenic, splendour, especially during sun-set and sun-rise.
Padri
Padri
is a "Gali" of undulating landscape, located 40 kms. from Bhadarwah on
Bhadarwah Chamba road, at a height of 10,500 feet. It is the highest
point on Bhadarwah-Chamba road. It experiences heavy snow fall upto 5
metres and snow-melting continues right upto mid June. It is one of the
most sought after picnic spot even now, and with the opening of
interstate bus service between Bhadarwah and Chamba, its importance will
increase.
Bhaderwah Fort
It is a place of pride for the erstwhile kings of Chamba and Bhaderwah. The fort, which also housed several freedom fighters, including Pandit Kashyap Bandu, Sant Singh Teg and later former chief minister Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah. It was built in 1733 and converted into jail in 1919. Latest LED-based Light and Sound System is being installed in the Fort which will be one of its kind in India.
Seoj Meadow
If Gulmarg and Pahalgam are jewels of "Paradise" on earth, Seoj Meadow is diamond in the crown of Bhadarwah, pride of Jammu region.The amazing beauty is found in plenty.
Jai Valley
Jai
Valley is picturesque valley, 35 kms. from Bhadarwah. It is an
extremely beautiful valley spread over 6 kms. Another extremely
beautiful valley spread over 6 kms. Another nearby attraction is a
beautiful sprawling meadow.
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