Welcome to Jammu
Winter Capital & City of Temples
Jammu, the winter capital of Jammu & Kashmir, is known for ancient temples, forts and palaces like Bahu Fort, Raghunath Temple, Mubarak Mandi and Amar Mahal, along with lakes such as Mansar and Surinsar.
- Location: On the banks of the Tawi River in the Jammu region.
- Best time: October–April for pleasant weather and temple visits.
- Known for: Raghunath Temple, Bahu Fort & Bagh‑e‑Bahu, Mubarak Mandi, Amar Mahal and Mansar–Surinsar Lakes.
Why visit Jammu?
Jammu offers a mix of spiritual circuits, royal heritage architecture and gardens around Bahu Fort, making it a natural stop on trips to Katra and other nearby hill destinations.
Visitors combine temple darshan, fort and palace walks, river and lake viewpoints, and local markets in a compact, easy‑to‑cover city.
Top places in and around Jammu
Explore Jammu’s temples, forts, gardens and lakes, then continue onwards to Katra, Patnitop and other nearby hill getaways.
Bahu Fort & Bagh‑e‑Bahu
Ancient fort on a hill above the Tawi River with Bawe Wali Mata temple inside and terraced Bagh‑e‑Bahu gardens and aquarium around it.
Mubarak Mandi Palace Complex
Historic palace complex of the Dogra rulers with courtyards, halls and views over the old city and Tawi, some sections now being restored.
Amar Mahal Palace & Museum
Palace-turned-museum on a hill with views of the Tawi valley, housing art, artefacts and royal memorabilia.
Mansar Lake
Scenic lake about an hour from Jammu, with temples, walking paths, boating and viewpoints, often combined with Surinsar Lake.
Surinsar Lake
Quiet lake in forested hills, visited with Mansar for nature walks, boating and peaceful views.
Maha Maya Temple & City Forest
Temple on a ridge facing Bahu Fort, surrounded by city forest and offering wide views over Jammu and the Tawi valley.
Plan your Jammu trip with AIEN Tour & Travels
- Temple, city heritage and lake itineraries tailored to your stay length.
- Local drivers and guides for Bahu Fort, city temples, lakes and onward trips to Katra and Patnitop.
- Hotel, cab and activity bookings handled so you can focus on darshan and sightseeing.