Jammu (/ ˈ dʒ ʌ m uː /) is a city in Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir in the disputed Kashmir region. [2] It is the winter capital of Jammu and Kashmir, which is an Indian-administered union territory .

Jan 21, 2025 · Jammu, city, winter capital of Jammu and Kashmir union territory, northern India. It lies in the southwestern part of Jammu and Kashmir along the Tawi River, south of Srinagar (the summer capital), and to the north is the Siwalik Range. Jammu was once the capital of the Dogra dynasty, and it became.

Jan 11, 2025 · Jammu and Kashmir is a union territory of India (until October 31, 2019, a state), located in the northern part of the Indian subcontinent centered on the plains around Jammu to the south and the Vale of Kashmir to the north.

Jammu [b] and Kashmir [c] (abbreviated J&K) is a region administered by India as a union territory [1] and consists of the southern portion of the larger Kashmir region, which has been the subject of a dispute between India and Pakistan since 1947 and between India and China since 1959. [3]

Feb 3, 2025 · By Train: Jammu Tawi is the closest railway station, well-connected to cities like Delhi, Amritsar, and Kolkata. From Jammu, you can travel by road to Srinagar or other destinations. By Road: Jammu and Kashmir are accessible by road via national highways. The NH44 (formerly NH1A) connects Jammu to Srinagar through the Jawahar Tunnel, offering a ...

The largest city is Jammu. As of 2011 it is the most populous district of Jammu and Kashmir. District has a population of around 15 Lacs has per census 2011 and has further 7 sub-divisons and 21 tehsils and 20 rural development blocks.

Feb 3, 2025 · Jammu district derives its name from the city of Jammu which besides being the winter capital of the state, is known as the city of temples. It is believed that the city was originally founded by Raja Jamboo Lochan who lived in fourteenth century B.C.

As the second-most populous city in the union territory, Jammu weaves its spell on all who grace its sacred soil. Dancing to the rhythm of a glorious heritage, Jammu is hailed as the "City of Temples," enchanting seekers of spirituality and history alike with its ancient temples and shrines.

Jul 8, 2023 · Jammu, known as the “City of Temples,” is a picturesque destination with rich heritage, delectable cuisine, and breathtaking landscapes, making it a must-visit for history enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

Feb 4, 2025 · In Jammu village shaken by 17 deaths, normal life remains restricted, but quarantined residents are symptom-free The 17 deaths since December had initially stumped experts, who visited the village in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district, collected samples and tested them at major labs in different parts of the country.