Saturday, September 11, 2010

Jammu & Kashmir


Jammu & Kashmir, the state endowed with stunning natural beauty is regarded as the ‘Crown’ of India as well as the ‘Heart of Asia’. Geographically and culturally, this northern-most State of the country can be divided into three distinct regions. The hilly plains of Jammu lie in the south; the high altitude desert region of Ladakh is in the north. And in the middle, like a dazzling jewel in the crown, is the mountainous valley of Kashmir.

Info:
Capital: Srinagar (Summer)
Jammu (Winter)
Languages: Urdu, Dogri, Kashmiri, Punjabi, Ladakhi.
Best visit season: Apr to Sep.
Well-known for: Charming beauty, Handicrafts, Adventure Sports.




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