Jammu Tourism Guide

The best time to visit Jammu is from October to early April and is considered the peak tourist period. During this time, tourists enjoy lovely chill air, hints of snow here and there. The lust landscape of Jammu is absolutely stunning during these months. November marks the onset of the winter season and the perfect time to enjoy snowy activities and adventure sports.

Thanks to the rail, road, and air network, Jammu can be reached from anywhere in India. There are regular flights from all domestic airports around India, but the nearest domestic airports are Leh and Srinagar. International tourists can take a direct flight to Delhi and then a domestic flight to Jammu. While traveling via road, a person can take the direct national highway towards Delhi. From there, they can take tourist buses run by the Jammu and Kashmir State Road Transport Corporation. The nearest rail junction in Jammu is located within the city and is famous as Jammu Tawi. Popular trains are Jammu Rajdhani, Andaman Express, Himgiri Express, Uttar S Kranti, Jhelum Express, Himsagar Express, and Swaraj Express.

Jammu has the most traditional and unique cuisine famous all over India. Here people make some of the most famous Dogri dishes such as Khatta Meat, Dal Patt, Ambal, Kulthein di Dal, Kashmiri Aloo Dum, Kashmiri Pulao, Maa da Madra, Phiri, and Auriya. Some famous pickles of Seyoo, Tyaoo, Zimikand, Girgle, Potatoes, and Kasrod are also made. The most traditional foods of Jammu are Palov, Madra, Oria, Maant, Khameera, Shasha, Shiri Pulav, Timru—di-Chatni, and Mitha Bhat, including Kachaalo, Rajma Kulche, Gulgule, Gol Gappas, and more.