Bhadewah in winters

BY: RAMNEEK MANHAS PUBLISHED ON JANUARY 1, 2018

Bhaderwah is a scenic valley in the hilly Doda of Jammu and Kashmir. Bhaderwah is situated at the foothills of the Himalayas. Set amidst a landscape of lush green meadows, dense pine forest, rolling hills and sparkling streams, Bhaderwah is a mesmerizing tourist destination. It is also commonly referred to as Switzerland of India.

Bhaderwah is home to a wide variety of snakes and hence, it is also known as ‘Nag Bhumi’, the land of snakes.

The Bhaderwah Valley, situated in the lap of the Himalayas, offers a perfect escape from the city cacophonies. Perched at an altitude of about 5000 ft above the sea-level, the town is also famous for adventure tourism. One can enjoy skiing in the snow- covered Himalayan hills during winters or have an exciting time paragliding through the meadows during the summer months. Horse riding through the valley is the best way to enjoy its breathtaking scenery.

Other popular tourist activities are rock climbing, trekking and hiking through the surrounding mountains. The valley is home to a wide range of Himalayan flora and fauna. With a landscape composed of evergreen mountains, deep valleys and meandering streams, the valley is an epitome of beauty.

Bhaderwah in summers is beautiful indeed, but its winters are also worth enjoying. Unlike London and Kashmir where days always remain foggy during winters, Bhaderwah remains generally sunny after snow falls, which makes days warm and crystal clear. Whole valley of Bhaderwah and mountain peaks around it are covered by a thick layer of snow making a spectacular and charming view of Bhaderwah.

Facts to Know

Nearest Airport: Jammu
Nearest Railway Station: Udhampur
Distance from Jammu: 180km (approximately)
Distance from Udhampur 120km (approximately)
Condition of Road: Good

Warning

Nights in Bhaderwah during winters are considerably cold. It is, therefore imperative for the visitors to bring warm clothing and stay in home stays where there is ample arrangement of warming like fire hearths (Bhukhais) and hot water bottles in view of the fact that heaters which are used in hotels and guest houses seldom work here due to irregular power supply.