Avantipura has ruins of ancient Hindu temples built by King Awanti Varman in 855-883 AD. Avantishwar temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is located at Jawbari on the bank of River Jhelum. Less than a kilometer away is Avantiswamin temple, devoted to Lord Vishnu. Architectural pattern of both the temple are quite similar. The walls of the entrance are embellished with sculptured reliefs. Now these ruins are protected and maintained by the Archeological Survey of India. Set amidst beautiful natural landscape of Awantipora, this ancient grandeur never failed to attract tourists from all corners of the world.
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- 18 Feb 2015
The Mughals, other than conquering and ruling, were obsessed with gardens. It was their favourite pastime. These gardens took cues from the Persian design and architecture, were laid out in rectilinear shapes. They had all an emperor would like to wander around: pools, canals, fountains, flowers and miniature waterfalls. The gardens were carved in different […]
- blog
- 06 Jun 2025
How the Chenab Bridge Is Set to Redefine Tourism in Kashmir
Bridging Nature and Opportunity Towering gracefully over the roaring waters of the Chenab River, the Chenab Railway Bridge is more than a marvel of engineering—it is a bridge to the future of tourism in Jammu & Kashmir. For decades, travelers have dreamed of seamless access to the untouched beauty of Kashmir’s valleys and mountains. Now, […]
- Client Stories
- 19 May 2025
My Amarnath Yatra experience with KashmirHills.com was truly divine. From registration to the trek arrangements, everything was handled smoothly. The team was supportive throughout, and the accommodation was very comfortable. Highly recommended!
- Client Stories
- 17 May 2025
I was worried about managing such a spiritual journey alone, but KashmirHills made it so simple. Their guidance for medical certificates, permits, and the route was detailed and helpful. The team even helped me get my RFID card without any hassle.
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