- From Pathankot
- ≈ 110 km (about 2.5 hrs by road)
- Best time
- October to March; summers are very hot
- Altitude
- ≈ 327 m
- Good for families
- Yes
About Jammu
Jammu, the winter capital of Jammu & Kashmir, was the seat of the Dogra rulers. The city is known for its many temples, the largest being the 19th-century Raghunath Temple complex. Bahu Fort, on a hill above the Tawi, houses the Bawe Wali Mata temple and terraced Bagh-e-Bahu gardens. The Mubarak Mandi palace complex and the Amar Mahal Museum show off Dogra architecture and Pahari paintings. Jammu is also the gateway to Katra and Vaishno Devi.
Highlights
City of Temples
Raghunath Temple and many more.
Bahu Fort
Fort, temple and gardens above the Tawi.
Dogra heritage
Mubarak Mandi and Amar Mahal.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
October to March; summers are very hot
How to Reach
By road: about 110 km from Pathankot via Kathua on NH-44, roughly 2.5 hours. By train: frequent trains Pathankot–Jammu Tawi. By air: Jammu Airport.
Local Food
Kalari cheese, rajma-chawal, Dogra dishes; try kalari kulcha on the street.
Stay Options
Many hotels near Raghunath Bazaar and Gandhi Nagar.
Places to see
Top attractions in Jammu
Must-visit places in and around Jammu.
- 01
≈ 5 km from the centre
Bahu Fort
Hilltop fort with the Bawe Wali Mata temple.
- 02
City centre
Raghunath Temple
Large 19th-century temple complex dedicated to Lord Rama.
- 03
City centre
Mubarak Mandi Palace
Historic Dogra royal palace complex, under restoration.
- 04
≈ 3 km
Amar Mahal Palace
French-chateau-style palace, now a museum of Pahari paintings.
Things To Do
Temple circuit
Raghunath Temple and Ranbireshwar Temple.
Bahu Fort and Bagh-e-Bahu
Views over the Tawi.
Amar Mahal Museum
Check opening days.
Suggested Itinerary
- 1
Morning
Drive from Pathankot; Raghunath Temple.
- 2
Midday
Mubarak Mandi and lunch in the old city.
- 3
Afternoon
Amar Mahal, then Bahu Fort at sunset.
Photo Gallery
Travel Tips
Carry ID — security checks are common.
Temples may not allow phones or bags; use the lockers.
Prepaid mobile connections from other states may not work in J&K.
