Things to Do in Bhaderwah - Itineraries

Those who know about Bhaderwah like to keep mum about this fairy-tale town. But the ones who manage to find out can come here to enjoy the quiet beauty of the mountains or the various adventure activities, such as snow skiing, white water rafting, mountain biking, that the town offers.Location: 205km or 6 to 7 hours from JammuHow To Get Here: Private taxi or government and private deluxe busesWhere To Stay: The Bhaderwah Development Authority Rest HouseSo the next time you are have an urge to go to Ladakh, drop the thought and book your tickets to these incredible, offbeat destinations instead.

Known as the ‘land of snakes’, Bhadarwah is about 200 km from Jammu. It takes only about 4 to 5 hours since the new highway is a blessing. The road to Bhadarwah is splendid and if the views are anything to go by, the town itself is spectacular. Fondly known as mini Kashmir, it is located on the foothills of the middle Himalayas.Quiet and peaceful with its singing rivulets, cascading hills, lush meadows, this beautiful town is a must-visit for everyone who is looking to get away to a ‘really’ quiet place and I mean really, really quiet.The Halyan River flows through this small town and there are quite a few places to see including the Bhaderwah fort which is surprisingly in great shape and the umpteen villages, valleys and temples located about 20 km from the city. There are quite a few resorts and hotels here, but you must book in advance to avoid any last minute confusion!