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Achievement of Indian Railways - World Highest Railway Arch

The world's highest railway bridge is constructed in India now. This short note is about the Chenab bridge of Jammu and Kashmir, the most beautiful state of India. Source -  https://www.financialexpress.com/infrastructure/railways/worlds-highest-railway-bridge-watch-the-journey-of-indian-railways-engineering-marvel-chenab-bridge/2234366/ The Indian Railways achieved another milestone by completing the arch of the Chenab Bridge. This is the world's highest railway bridge constructed after a lot of effort and difficulties. Images itself state this 5.6-meter steel arch is the of great Indian achievements. It is a part of the Udhampur to Srinagar to Baramulla rail link project also known as USBRL. It is a good stretch of 111-km-long from Katra to Banihal in heaven Jammu and Kashmir. The final piece of metal was tailored at the highest point on 5 th April 2021. It is joining two arms of the arch that overextended towards each other from both banks of a Chenab ri...

Patnitop - Hill Station of Udhampur

Patni Top or Patnitop is the peak tourist destination of India located in Udhampur region of Jammu and Kashmir State. NH 44 is directly connected to Patnitop from various cities of India. Srinagar is just 112 km away from Patnitop. River Chenab is flowing close from the town. Altitude of Patnitop is 2,024 meter popular for trekking, aero sports and skiing events. Because of peak spot winter is always chilled, though best time to visit here is between May to June. Autumn starts in September and winter in December. It is one of the best Indian tourist places and no less beautiful than any abroad destination. The charming plateau is covered with dense woods forest and lush Pines greenery. Period to reach Patnitop Although this tourism spot is 'anytime' location, but best time are summer and autumn. However, if you want to enjoy snow or participate in winter events then reach between December to March. Adventure Sport Trekking; The high ...

Kargil - Hill Station of Jammu Kashmir

The beautiful India is having attractive places to visit. You might hear about the Kargil war between India and Pakistan, but you will be surprised when you come to know that Kargil is the region of India that is famous for best scenery spots. Here you can enjoy the amazing valleys, wildlife and optimum hospitality of the local people. This region faced the big fight but still people are not scared, and even so, they are lively living. Our prime target for the day is Kargil that is the district of Jammu & Kashmir state, India. Kargil is the hill station of India located Kargil closer to LOC (Line of Control) of India and Pakistan. West portion of town is boarded with Baltistan. One of the famous hill stations Zanskar is also covered under Kargil region. Few more amazing locations of Kargil region are Suru, Drass and Wakha valleys. In 1947 when India became independent, it was partitioned into two different nations. That was the birth time of Pakistan result...

Tanglang La

Do you love to visit the dangerous places? You will be surprised that Tanglang La is the route of India located in Leh region that is full of insecure curves and tiny roads. However, it is the most beautiful place because the maximum area is covered in the snow. The elevation of this town is 5,328 meters claimed as world’s 2nd uppermost route.  Tanglang La is listed in most dangerous routes around the world, and that attracts the visitors so much especially the adventure lovers. This is the reason why the strength of visitors is increasing at this place. Frankly, this place requires some attention, and visitors must do essential steps for safe travel to Tanglang La. Local tourism buses, and private taxies are available for this high route, but if you are planning to go by your own vehicle, then you must carry the first-aid kit, warm clothes and a road map. ​It could be the enjoyable journey, or it can be the most dangerous travel if you are not fit and mentally prep...

Gulmarg - Hill Station of J&K

“धरती पर कहीं स्वर्ग है तो वो कश्मीर है।"   This is the famous dialog that people say about Indian state Jammu and Kashmir. However, Kashmir’s maximum part is covered with high hills and snow. Our todays target for voyagers is Gulmarg that is one of the finest natural beauty spots of India. Gulmarg is the all-time favorite, though winter is chilled season and not easy for people to visit at such a period. It is the hill station popular for skiing event. If you have made your mind to reach this place, then you have to start your journey from Baramula (another hill station of Kashmir).  ​Gulmarg is located on LOC that separates the Pakistan from India. The view of Himalaya range is clear from this town. You must view the amazing pictures of this place before justifying that if the place is best to visit or not. The scenery, snow covered mounts, green valleys and twisted roads on hills are major attraction of this place.  Climate: the important factor that n...

Khardung La Pass - Highest Highway of India

The Khardung La Pass is the amazing location of Ladakh district, Jammu-Kashmir state,  India . It is one of the passes that is famous for dangerous curves and difficult road conditions as the area is all time covered with snow.  This pass is located in the north direction of Leh. It is also the gateway for Nubra and Shyok valleys. Most chilled glacier Siachen lies on the route of Khardung La. This highway of  India  was constructed in 1976. However, the pass was not open to motor vehicles till 1988 due to real bad weather conditions, but today people are reaching Khardung La by their own. The route is managed and maintained by BRO (Border Roads Organization). This highway is an important mode of transport because it is the only route that connects  India  to Siachen Glacier. It is also used for supplies of goods to Glacier.  We humans always love adventurous destinations because we don’t have fun in daily life. We always lo...

Anantnag

Famous religious place Anantnag is our next target. This is the small city of  Jammu  and  Kashmir  popular for Hindu and Muslim religious values. Anantnag is the capital of  Kashmir  Valley surrounded with greenery everywhere.  When we talk about the tourist attraction in Anantnag the first thing comes to mind is valleys. There are countless interesting places, though valleys are most vital areas. Visitors can enjoy hot springs, temples, lakes, shrines and some other spots for their vacations. The two sulpher springs are able to heal maximum type of skin infections. There are many natural springs that are providing fresh water to the city. Salag Nag, Nag Bal and Malik Nag are key springs of Anantnag.  Famous shrines of city are Goswami Gund Ashram, Hazrat Baba Rashi, Shilagram Temple, KBAS (Khanna Baranain Triposundari Astapan Devsar), Nila Nag, etc.  Around 7 Hindu shrines are available in the area that is famous. ...

Udhampur

Udhampur is next tourist destination of India positioned in  Jammu  and  Kashmir  State. This tiny town is famous attraction of  Jammu  and  Kashmir  as there are loads of places for voyagers. Even the path towards Udhampur is full of natural beauty and green valleys. India’s biggest and religious shrine  Vaishno Devi  temple is in same region. People from all over the world are attaining to  Vaishno Devi  shrine placed on the top of mountain surrounded with deep valleys and greenery everywhere. To reach shrine voyagers have to cover distance of 14 kms from Katra city which is one more tourist place in  Jammu . Cave temple is another popular spot in Udhampur placed in Shivkhori. Udhampur is the region having amazing locations for travelers. However, covering the Udhampur region in one or two days is not possible hence tourist must plan the trip for at least two weeks for the district. Cave temple of Shivkho...