Known as the
winter capital
of the state of
Jammu & Kashmir,
this city is a
favorite stop
over for the
lakhs of
devotees who
make their
pilgrimage to
the Vaishno Devi
temple. However,
of late,
Jammu
has also
acquired the
status of being
a hub for
manufacturing
and an important
center for
trade,
considering its
proximity and
excellent
connectivity
with all major
cities in North
India. Primary
industries in
the city are
tourism, crafts
and Kashmiri dry
fruits. Famous
for its scenic
beauty, Jammu’s
real estate
landscape is
fast changing
with the
development of
integrated
townships and
modern high-rise
apartment blocks
and
complexes.
Jammu is situated on the Tawi River, in the Himalayan foothills. It was founded
by Raja Jamboo Lochan in the 14th Century, impressed with the place he decided
to set up a town, after his name- Jamboo, which became Jammu with the passage of
time. Jammu is one of the most famous pilgrimage tourism destinations in India.
Jammu is famous for its landscape, ancient temples, shrines, castles, gardens
and forts. But soon it will be known for its luxurious living with developments
like Parsvnath Passion Apartments coming up in association with Mass House
Building Co-Operative Ltd. Jammu. And to top it all it is approved by JDA (Jammu
Development Authority).
