Dotted with time honored buildings, famous monuments, royal Palaces, Historical Museums and imperial Gardens, Jammu and Kashmir is a perfect amalgamation of nature bounties and architectural marvels. The historical places in Jammu and Kashmir are ideal spots to get glimpses of the rich cultural heritage of the bygone era. Sneak peek into the royal past and get in depth information about the rich history of the region by visiting these popular destinations. The ancient sculptures and the edifices of the union territory hold special significance.

The massive forts, ancient temples and exquisite mosques enhance the charm and glory of Jammu and Kashmir. This mesmerizing UT is not just a paradise for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts but also a haven for history buffs.

From Dogra Dynasty to Mughals, the ruling history of the union territory is massive which can be witnessed in their old memorials and buildings. If you are looking to explore historical monuments in Jammu and Kashmir, then fret not ! we have Jotted down a list of popular historical and archeological places in Jammu and Kashmir that you can add to your itinerary to make your trip memorable.

Srinagar ( A must – visit places )

  1. Mughal Gardens : Unique Terraced Gardens.
  2. Shankaracharya : A Spiritual Destination.
  3. Hari Parbat : Site of a Mughal Fort.
  4. Shri Pratap Singh Museum : A Story House of History.
  5. Pather Masjid : Mughal Era Stone Mosque.
  6. Shah – e – Hamdaan : Kashmir Wooden Architecture.
  7. Sangeen Darwaza : Historical place near Makhdoom Sahib Shrine.
  8. Hari Parbat : Called Kohi – i – Maran.

1. Mughal Gardens : Unique Terraced Gardens :

Home to the most beautiful gardens in India, Kashmir is popular for Mughal Gardens that enhance the mesmerizing beauty of this scenic place. There are Six Gardens in Kashmir that are built by the Mughals. These are the popular historical sites of Kashmir that are frequented by tourists from all over the world. Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, Chashma Shahi, Pari Mahal, Achabal Garden, Verinag.

These outstanding gardens are amazing places to witness the glorious past and engineering skills of the bygone era. The Mughals constructed these gardens by making optimum use of resources and topography. All the gardens are terraced gardens and offer a rejuvenating environment for the people to soak in the scenic vistas. These lush green gardens dotted with the exquisite variety of trees and flowers are a treat to the eyes. These are the paradise for nature lovers and history buffs who can have a unique experience during their Kashmir trip.