10 Things to do at Patnitop

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Patnitop is one of the commonly frequented hill stations and tourist destinations of Jammu and Kashmir. Patnitop lies on a plateau at a height of 2024 meters above the sea level. During winters Patnitop is completed snow covered. There are several picnic spots in Patnitop, as pine forests on all sides surround it. Patnitop is an ideal region that serves as a base for tourist who trek to the nearby mountains.

Nathatop

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Nathatop is a famous tourist attraction in Jammu which can be reached after a short trek from Patnitop. It has become very famous for its paragliding. One gets an excellent and clear view of the Himalayas from the peak of these hills. It has an altitude of about 2711m.

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Paragliding

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Patnitop is a hilltop tourist destination offering a paragliding joyride perched at an altitude of 2024 m above the sea level. The ride is conducted at a 2 km landmark, Dawariyai, situated on Patnitop-Sanasar Road, also known as Billoo Di Powri point

Naag Mandir

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The Nag (Cobra) Temple near Patnitop is more than 600 years old. During the Nag Panchami Festival, it sees hundreds of Shiva devotees, who throng to this temple to pay respects and worship the snake King Cobra.

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Billoo ki Powri

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A staircase of 270 steps chiseled out of the mountain, a little away from Patnitop is known by the name of Billoo ki Powri and falls in the town of Dawariyai.

Kud Park

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Located in Kud, this park is famous for its beautiful flowers. It is also a favorite picnic spot to plenty who visit Kud. Also Kud, one can get their hands on some 'Patisa', a sweet that Patnitop is known for.

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Madhatop

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Situated at an altitude of 2,024 m, Madhatop is easily accessible by road and is a 5 km trek away from Patnitop. Surrounded by pristine natural beauty, Madhatop is a great getaway destination for trekkers, honeymooners, winter sport aficionados and pretty much everyone else in between.

Shiva Ghar

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Lying at an altitude of around 3500m, and a 11km trek from Patnitop, Shiva Ghar makes for an exciting one day trek. Trekking equipments can be hired from the tourist department shops in Jammu.

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Sudh Mahadev Temple

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Built almost 80 years ago, this temple was built on the spot where a Shiva devotee was accidentally killed by his trishul, while he was trying to protect his consort, Parvati.

Skiing in Patnitop

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Winter months in Patnitop are marked by a number of skiing courses and setups coming up in the area. Given the modest and gentle slopes in Patnitop, it tends to be an ideal destination for skiing for people with no prior experience.

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Nature Walks in Patnitop

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Nature trails can lead to pockets where time stands still and calm prevails. Encounter breathtaking landscapes and indulge in scenic purity on nature walks through the landscapes, hills and valleys here.

Accommodation At StayApart, Patnitop

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Patnitop, Jammu & Kashmir

Hotel Patnitop

IHotel Patnitop a 3-star hotel, Jammu Kashmir in Patnitop provides adults only accommodations with free bikes, a garden and a bar.

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