TOURIST PLACE IN PATNITOP
Another hill station that will make your fantasy of living on the snow-capped Alps slopes come true is Patnitop. This lovely village, which lies close to the Chenab River, captures the distinct ambience of the Shivalik range of the Himalayas. Previously, Patnitop was called “Patan da Talab,” which translates to “Pond of the Princess.” It was said to be the princesses’ bathing place. This is the ideal place to enjoy activities like skiing and trekking if you’re an avid sportsman.
Principal Attractions
At 2024 meters above sea level, discovering stunning plateaus and thick forests is a major lure for travelers from all over the world. The mountains and Chenab River formed the Chenab Basin, which is a popular tourist destination. In the winter, a thick covering of snow covers the area. Saffron fields and chinar gardens offer a picture-perfect perspective of sublimely beautiful nature.
At Patnitop, visitors can enjoy hiking, camping, skiing, and paragliding. The ideal trekking path in the Jangal Gali area is the Sundarani-Jungal Gali-Jasarkote-Sanasar route. In addition, Patnitop’s 9-hole golf course draws visitors during the summer.
You can also go to the sacred site of Sudh Mahadev, which is close to Patnitop. The Buddha Amarnath Temple, Vaishno Devi Temple, Naag Temple, and Bahu Fort & Temple are a few more sacred sites close to Patnitop.
Cuisine/Food
Numerous eateries and roadside dhabas can be found offering a variety of Indian dishes, including Kashmiri specialties. Beside quick food restaurants are a few Chinese food corners. Aside from this, summertime is a busy time for many ice cream shops.
Purchasing
There isn’t much to shop for in Patnitop. There are very few handicraft stores or stalls that are well-known for selling high-quality Kashmiri handicrafts and regional specialties like woolens, pherans, and namdas (embroidered wool rugs and long shirts).
Temperature
Summertime maximum temperatures never rise over 18 to 20 degrees. Winters are chilly, with occasional lows around zero degrees. In the rainy/autumn season, light woollen clothing is recommended.
Accommodation
The state-owned J&KTDC is in charge of several of the huts and Tourist Bunglows that are available in Patnitop. These lodging flats provide a kitchen and a drawing/dining area, among other basic amenities.
Reaching That
By Air: Srinagar, Jammu, and Ladakh each have three sizable civil airports.
By Rail: The primary railhead is Jammu Tawi.
By Road: Patnitop is easily reachable from Srinagar via state transportation buses or taxis, as it is located quite close to NH 1A.
