Saturday, August 29, 2009

Sanasar

Sanasar is the name given to the two small villages of Sana and Sar in Jammu India. Named after small local lakes, 'Sana' & 'Sar' are located 20 km west of Patnitop, on the national highway 1A, in the Jammu province of the state of Jammu & Kashmir, India. At an altitude of 2050 mts it is the hub for adventure sport activities in Jammu region. At 11 km from Patnitop, Natha Top offers scenic views of the mighty western (Kishtwar) Himalayas and the lower Shivalik range.


The Bramha Massif, with its prominent peaks of Brahma 1 and 2 & Flat Top, is clearly visible. Eight kilometres down the road, from Natha Top, is Sanasar, with Matha top falling en route.


As you approach Sanasar, the range on the right is Shanta Ridge,with the ShankPal Nag temple situated at its highest point of 2800 mts.


Sanasar, started 4 years ago by "Extreme Himalayan Adventures" is dedicated in promoting and providing wilderness adventure camping and adventure sports in general.. it offers a taste of the sport. Situated among the high conifers, the rock offers the natural feel of climbing.

Monday, August 17, 2009

Bagh-e-Bahu in Jammu


In the foot hill of Himalaay Bagh-e-Bahu is an extensive terraced garden built around the Bahu Fort in Jammu which is really a heaven for the tourist as well as the local people. This beautiful garden with its glittering waterfalls,

artificial lake, lush green lawns, flower beds, fountains and big trees is a favorite picnic spot of the city folk.


According to legend, King Jamboo Lochan founded the city. It is believed that one day while hunting, the king witnessed an unusual sight after crossing Tawi River. He noticed a goat and a tiger drinking water side by side from the same pond. Impressed by this amazing incident, he chose to construct a city at that particular location.



His vision was to make such a city where strong and weak people would live together peacefully sans any hostility towards each other.
Amongst the many famous tourist spots, a must see in your itinerary should be the beautiful terraced garden of Bahu Fort, famous by the name of Bagh-e-Bahu.
One can reach the garden by mini-buses and auto-rickshaws from the Jammu city.