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November 11th, 2011 | 
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Located at a suitable height and surrounded by trees Patinitop is a peaceful and quiet place in the Jammu region. Its at a distance of four hours from Katra. We can also visit Sanasar which resembles Patnitop. Sanasar is on a higher location. While going towards Sanasar, Mathatop/Nathatop are the places to visit. Patnitop also offers some trekking routes. Patnitop is 112 kms away from Jammu. Its at a height of 2024 meters across the Jammu Srinagar highway. Patnitop offers beautiful picnic spots and nice walks in the mountains. In winters the resort is covered with thick snow. Its a major center for snow games like skiing. The major center of attraction in Patnitop is its natural charm, climate, pine forests and lush green cover. That is why its one of the best resorts of Jammu region.
Patnitop counts amongst the best-developed tourist spots in the Kashmir valley. The natural beauty, dense pine forests and flourishing green landscape of this hill resort makes it a popular tourist destination. Patnitop also boasts of three freshwater springs, with ice-cold water and said to have medicinal properties. A 6-hole golf course (now being expanded to 9-holes) lures tourists to Patnitop in summers. You can also take an excursion to Sudh Mahadev, a holy place near Patnitop. There are many activities to undertake while on a tour of Patnitop, Kashmir. For the adventure lovers, there are amazing trekking options near Patnitop.
Trekking is more enjoyable in Patnitop during summer, when all the treks open up. The most popular trekking route around Patnitop is the Sundarani-Jungal Gali-Jasarkote-Sanasar route in Jangal Gali area. This route offers you three exciting treks to choose from. Then, there are the opportunities of riding ponies along little known trails, paragliding, camping and walks. The flowery meadows of Patnitop consist of an ideal place for walks and picnics. Skiing courses are also conducted at Patnitop in the months of January and February. All said and done, Patni top has something to offer to everyone in every season, so come and explore this beautiful destination!
Tourist Attractions
Skiing
Patnitop also attracts a lot of tourist because of the skiing possibilities that are present here. In winter months, special skiing classes for beginners has been introduced, specially in January and February. The snow covered slopes of Patnitop are not very steep or bumpy, so they turn out to be perfect for starters. For more experienced legs, there is Madhatop, just 5 km away from here, which is more difficult and challenging.
Jammu
Jammu is justly famous for its temples. Infact, it is known as the city of temples and the every fame of its trends to overshadow its palaces, forts, forests and powerful Ziarats (shrines). If Bahu Mata is the presiding deity of Jammu, the Dargah of Peer Budhan Ali Shah is the other shrine that protects Jammuites.
The Naag Temple
Situated on top of the hill, the temple is more than 600 years old. The temple witnesses a large number of devotees on all days and on special occasions, the number is mind boggling. The temple is also a good option for excursions.
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Patnitop or Patni Top is a hill top tourist spot located in Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir. Situated on a secluded plateau in the Shiwalik belt of the Himalayas, Patnitop is a popular destination offering opportunities for adventure sports, walks and picnics.
Situated amidst picturesque surroundings, Patnitop lies at an altitude of 2,024 m above sea level in the Lower Himalayan Ranges. It is situated on National Highway 1A, between Udhampur and Srinagar, at a distance of 35 km from Udhampur and 112 km from Jammu.There are no substantial records of the earlier history of Patnitop when compared to its nearby towns of Kudh, Batote and Udhampur. The presence of the 600 year old ‘Nag Temple’, a temple to honour the Serpent deity, is the only evidence to prove earlier inhabitation at this place. As per the local lore, the name Patnitop originated from the phrase ‘Patan da Talab’, meaning ‘pond of the Princess’. It is believed that there was a pond on the grassy slopes of this place where a princess used to bathe.
Located on the lower reaches of the Pir Panjal mountain range, the hill station of Patnitop is built on an irregular, more or less flattened plateau, with River Chenab flowing close by. Low rolling hills covered with shrubs and pines surround this plateau. Patnitop is full of deodar, which is one among the world’s four varieties of ‘true cedars’. Patnitop’s long natural walking trails, dense woods of pine and deodars, views of the Chenab Basin and thick snow sheets in winter attract tourists in large numbers.
Tourist places
Sightseeing in Patnitop includes Shigarh, which is a popular trekking route in Patnitop. Located at an altitude of 3500 m, Shivagarh is about 11 km from Patnitop and it takes a day’s time to reach by trek to the place. At a trek of 5 km from Patnitop is Madhatop, a snow covered region throughout the winters. Skiing is a very popular adventure sport and several tournaments are organized here during the winters. With an altitude of 2024 m, Madhatop is easily accessible by road.
Kud is a very important committee town located in the district of Udhampur in the Indian state of Kashmir. Kud is located on Udhampur Srinagar Highway, 110 km from Jammu city and is about 32 km from Udhampur. With an altitude of 1855 m, it is a very important part of the lower Himalayan range. The region of Kud is popular for Patisa, which is sweet dish prepared in the sweet shops.
Hotels and Resorts:
There are a large number of huts and Tourists Bungalows, all managed by J&KTDC, having facilities of Drawing room/Dining room and fully equipped kitchen in all huts and LPG facility.
Vardaan Resort:
It is 112 kms from Jammu and 80 kms from Katra, Mata Vaishno Devi Ji. This famous hill resort is perched on a beautiful plateau, at an altitude of 2024 meter. Enveloped by thickly wooded forests, Patnitop offers beautiful picnic spots, peaceful walks and breathtaking views of the mountaincape of the Chenab basin.
20 elegant rooms with attached bath, hot & cold running water, wall to wall carpeting, room heat convectors, CC TV (Multiple satellite chaneels), Mini Fridge, Laundry, Room Serive providing several cuisines, EPABX, Entertainment club providing Indoor activities for Children and Skating rink.
Winters are equally interesting with thick mantle of snow available till the end of the March. It offers various opportunities for winter sports during this time of the year, when the Tourism department also organizes Winter carnival on the first shower of snow of the season.
The Oasis Resort
It is situated 4 kms short of Patnitip on Jammu – Srinagar National Highway. 3 kms, pleasant drive from Jammu Airport, Railway statin and Bus stand.
Restaurant : The restaurant features finest Indian, chinese & Continental cuisine
Open-Air Bar-be-Que : The open air restaurant amidst lush green lawns.
Conference and Banquet Facilities : COnference Hall and Banquet Room to accommodate 50 persons. Dinner & reception in spacious lawns.
Main Attraction
Trekking
Picturesquely situated at a high altitude, there are many pleasant walks around this popular hill station. Patnitop is a good starting place for many short or longer treks into the nearby mountains. An attractive one-day walk is to Shiva Garh, about 11-km from Patnitop at an altitude of almost 3,500 metres.
Sanasar
It is 119 kms. from Jammu and only 17 kms. from Patnitop, Sanasar is cup shaped meadow surrounded by gigantic conifers. A place for a quite holiday, the meadow has now been developed as a golf course. It also provides opportunities for para-gliding.
General Information
It is relatively unknown, compared to the other tourist spots in the state Patnitop is no less beautiful or serene. If one is aiming to get away from it all for some time, this place is hard to beat.
In recent times the place which has really come up as a tourist destination in J&K is Patnitop. This beautiful place is 112 kms from Jammu. It is located on the Jammu-Srinagar highway. So access to this place is very easy. In fact Patnitop was a picnic spot for residents of Jammu. Later on it was taken up by JKTDC and developed as a tourist destination. JKTDC has provided this place with tourist facilities and is promoting this place in a big way. There are discount and special offers too. Patnitop is usually covered with snow during winter, thus providing a good opportunity for winter sports. The whole area is surrounded by thick forest. It situated on a plateau. Altitude of this place is 2024 meters from the sea level. The climate is cool through out the year. Patnitop with its peaceful walks and breathtaking views is an ideal place for honeymooners.
Main Attraction
Trekking
Picturesquely situated at a high altitude, there are many pleasant walks around this popular hill station. Patnitop is a good starting place for many short or longer treks into the nearby mountains. An attractive one-day walk is to Shiva Garh, about 11-km from Patnitop at an altitude of almost 3,500 metres.
Sanasar
It is 119 kms. from Jammu and only 17 kms. from Patnitop, Sanasar is cup shaped meadow surrounded by gigantic conifers. A place for a quite holiday, the meadow has now been developed as a golf course. It also provides opportunities for para-gliding.