Jammu (Dogri: जम्मु Jammu), the largest city in the Jammu region of northern India, is the winter capital of Jammu and Kashmir, sitting at a low elevation in the mainly mountainous state. Srinagar, the state's summer capital, is at a much higher elevation.
Jammu was founded by Raja Jambulochan in the 14th century BC who named it Jambupur. The name later morphed to Jammu. It was the winter capital of the princely state of Jammu and Kashmir under British rule. It has since been the winter capital of Jammu and Kashmir in India.
Buses run between the bus and train stations for ₹5 and take about 10 minutes. The minibuses cover the city and suburbs on fixed routes. Autorickshaws are available throughout the city at negotiable rates.
Jammu is also known as City Of Temples. One can visit Raghunath Temple, Ranbireshwar Temple, Peer Kho Cave Temple, Bawey Wali Mata, Mahamaya Temple. Other Places of interest are Baag-e-Bahu Park, Amar Mahal Museum, Mansar Lake and the Fish Aquarium at Baag-e-Bahu. 1 Amar Mahal Palace Museum, Palace Rd, Karan Nagar, ☏ +91 191 254 6783. A beautiful red sandstone palace that has been converted into a museum. It stands amidst the most picturesque surroundings of Jammu. (updated Mar 2026) 2 Bagh-E-Bahu. Open 08:00 to 20:00. 5 km. These extensive gardens, laid around the Bahu Fort provide a pleasant view of the city. 3 Bahu Fort. 5 km. Situated on a rock face on the left bank of the river Tawi.
There are many good eateries in Jammu. At the higher end are "the Imperial Grill" famous for its service and excellent food along with the Bar 'Legends", Falak at KC Residency, 'The Earthen Oven' in Fortune, Chinese and Indian restaurants at Hotel Asia, and Hari Niwas Palace Hotel. For medium budget and fast food KC Plaza and Premier can be tried. For the lovers of non vegetarian cuisine Paras Ram di Hatti is a must visit place.Imperial Grill is in Bahu Plaza whereas Fortune is on the way to KC Residency and KC Plaza on Residency Road, Asia Hotel is near Gandhi Nagar and Paras Ram dhaba is near Panjtirthi in old city.
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In Aug, Jammu typically sees ~31°C daytime highs and 21 rainy days.
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