subject: JAMMU The Land Of Beauty [print this page] Jammu is one of the most famous and the largest city of the state of Jammu and Kashmir. This city is the winter capital of the state and is known for its varied beauty. Jammu is also referred as The City of Temples as it is home to numerous temples and shrines. The cities sky is full of glittering Shikaras which soar high in the sky. The city is home to the most popular Hindu temple Vaishno Devi many pilgrims throng the city all the year round. The pilgrims come from far flung places to worship Goddess Vaishno Devi. Hindus are in majority in the city of Jammu whereas Sikhism and Islam are also practiced here by the people. Jammu is the most important financial centre of the state and the Pir Panjal range separates Jammu from Kashmir. Jammu lies in the northern most part of India and is therefore known for its captivating beauty. The place is bestowed with the beauty of nature and leaves its visitors mesmerized. Jammu city borders Ladakh to the East, Kashmir to the North and Himachal and Punjab in the South. Jammu is separated from Pakistan in the west by Line of Control, this region is known as Azad Jammu and Kashmir. The people of Jammu are referred as Dogras and the language spoken by them is known as Dogri. The people of Jammu are friendly and the tourists coming to this beautiful place get the lifetime experience. The history of Jammu says that Jammu was founded in 14 the century BC by Raja Jambu Lochan. There is a legend associated with it, it is said that during one of the hunting campaigns Raja Jambu Lochan reached near River Tawi and there he saw an incredible site where the goat and the lion were quenching their thirst at the same place. He was amazed to see this beautiful site and he gave up his thought of hunting, later he ordered his people to get the palace made at that place, as this place was a real example of peace and tranquillity. The orders of the king were followed and soon the city was established all around it, this city was named as Jambu-Nagar, later the name of this city was changed to Jammu. Bahu fort is one of the most well known places in Jammu and this fort was constructed by Jambu Lochan.
JAMMU The Land Of Beauty
By: Gaurav Kaushik
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