by mansiagarwal on March 5, 2010
Patnitop is a scenic beauty located at the height of two thousand and twenty four meters above sea level. From Jammu Patnitop is at a distance of one hundred and twelve kilometers on the Jammu Srinagar Highway. The peace and landscapes of this simple plateau are just heavenly. This is the right place for you if you wish to steal some moments away from chaotic city life and stay in solitude. The views offered by Patnitop include vast pieces of land covered with freshly stemmed grass blades in summers and peacefully dozing trees in winters. Patnitop gets heavy snowfall that blankets the town in white during winter season. This provides the tourists with ample of opportunity to enjoy winter sports like skiing.
Patnitop has innumerable beautiful walking paths that provide astounding views of the lofty mountains in the Chenab basin. These paths are hikers delight as they provide some amazing excursion option to the close by locations such as Sanasar as well as Sundarani. With the upcoming aero sports this town has been attracting thousands of adventure sports freaks every year. There is no better time to visit this town, it is open to tourists all year around. The time to visits Patnitop actually depends on your interests, if you are all about adventure sports then winter it is, however, you wish to enjoy the peace and solitude then you must plan during summers or spring time. You must check the weather with your tour coordinator as to how many woolen clothes you need to carry.
What to see: Patnitop is a scenic beauty, however, it does hold some amazing attractions that are not to be missed.
1. Naag Temple: This temple is located on a hilltop and is said to be more than six hundred years old. This temple is the oldest and most well preserved shrine in the town. Large number of devotees flock this temple to offer prayers, however, the numbers increase manifold during the festivals. During the festivals huge fairs are organized as well.
2. Skiing: Patnitop is famous for the skiing opportunities available here. December, January and February are gala months for ski enthusiasts. If you are an amateur then you can even become a ski pro by taking lessons in Patnitop. The snow clad slopes in this town are slightly steep and less rocky which makes it all the more easy for beginners to practice with ease. Experienced skiers must visit Madhatop, which is at a distance of just five kilometers, to enjoy the thrill of skiing through steep valleys with lot of hurdles.
3. Paragliding: Aero sports such as paragliding have gained popularity in Patnitop in recent years. If you visit Patnitop then you must go parasailing, hot air ballooning as well as Para-gliding. The months of May, June, September and October have clear sky and are hence the best to enjoy aero sports.
How to reach Patnitop:
Air: The closes airport is at Jammu. From Jammu it takes about four hours to reach Patnitop by road.
Rail: Nearest railway station is Jammu Tawi which is again in Jammu.
Road: Patnitop is well accessible by road from most of the cities of Jammu and Kashmir. You can even plan a trip to Patnitop from major cities in north India by car.
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by mansiagarwal on March 3, 2010
Jorhat is situated on the north eat corner of Assam in Eastern India. A tributary of Brahmaputra River runs parallel to this lesser known town. Jorhat is an excessively important farm town of Assam and is also reckoned as the Tea Capital of the world. The vast tea gardens stretching for miles and miles are a delight for the eyes. Jorhat is not just famous for its tea gardens but also for manufacture of jewelry. The jewelry manufactured here has managed to retain its traditional ethnicity. Jorhat is also popular for Majuli Island which is the biggest river island in the entire world.
What to see here: The following attractions are major crowd puller and has been attracting tourists from far and wide.
1. Majuli Island: This Island is located at the heart of Brahmaputra valley at a distance of about twenty kilometers from Jorhat. It covers an area of about one thousand and eight square kilometers. This island is quite populated but it still manages to provide the tourists with ample of picturesque landscapes. A large number of monasteries are located on this island and you can visit them to get to know and enjoy the traditional way of living of the locales. The major monasteries in Majuli are Kamalabari, Auniati and Garmur. This island is however prone to floods hence you must avoid going there in rainy season. Apart from the monasteries you will also get to see some unique flora and animals, some of them are endangered species. A three day Ras Purnima festival is also organized here.
2. Dhekiakhowa Bar Namghar: This place is again closely located to the Majuli Island and is a major place of worship for the Hindus. This ancient religious place was built in the year 1539 by Saint Madhavdeb. The construction took about forty two years to complete. A book kept inside the hall on a throne is worshipped by thousands of Hindus all year round.
3. Gymkhana: This is the third oldest golf club in the world which is still under use. This is also the oldest golf club in India. To build this gorgeous building the raw material had to be imported from Kolkotta and the construction was concluded in 1885. This gymkhana is popular for its annual pony race.
4. Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary: This sanctuary covers an area of approximately nineteen hundred hectors. The varied primates found here are worth planning a trip to this small town in Assam. You may easily spot a tiger, however, if you spot a primate you are very lucky. Visiting the park in the early hours will increase your chances of spotting a primate as they are out in search for food. This sanctuary is at a distance of about fifteen kilometers from Jorhat.
Where to stay: Accommodation will not be a problem in Jorhat. This is an important city in Assam with all kinds of facilities. You can easily find a hotel or guesthouse to suit your budget.
How to reach:
Air: Jorhat has its own airport. Daily flights from Guwahati and other important cities in the east are available.
Rail: A small railway station is situated in Jorhat with connecting trains from major towns in Assam.
Road: It is well accessible by road. One can reach this town from Guwahati in seven hours by road. Buses are also available from several towns in Assam to Jorhat.
Patnitop is a scenic beauty located at the height of two thousand and twenty four meters above sea level. From Jammu Patnitop is at a distance of one hundred and twelve kilometers on the Jammu Srinagar Highway. The peace and landscapes of this simple plateau are just heavenly. This is the right place for you if you wish to steal some moments away from chaotic city life and stay in solitude. The views offered by Patnitop include vast pieces of land covered with freshly stemmed grass blades in summers and peacefully dozing trees in winters. Patnitop gets heavy snowfall that blankets the town in white during winter season. This provides the tourists with ample of opportunity to enjoy winter sports like skiing. 
