Some of the main festivals of Kashmir include Lohri, Holi, Navratri, Baisakhi or New Year Day, Guru Ravi Das’s Birthday, Tihar and Sankranti. What is the famous dance of Jammu and Kashmir? The Dumhal is a famous dance in the, performed by men of the Wattal region of Kashmir valley.

Kashmir is also called ‘Paradise on earth’. The world’s second highest peak, the K2, is in Kashmir. It is the only state to have its own animal, bird, tree, flower and flag. People of J&K hold dual citizenships – that of the state and the nation.

Jammu and Kashmir is well-known for its snow-covered mountains, famous mosques, and local craftwork. The gardens and lakes of the Kashmir valley attract many tourists from all over the world. The capital of Jammu and Kashmir changes according to the seasons.

The valley experiences a temperate climate. Winter from November to March is cold with moderate and heavy snowfall. Summers from mid-March to June are mild and of a very short duration and it rains. Weather in the valley region is generally pleasant during April to June.

The decrease in violence in the state has boosted the state’s economy, specifically tourism. Jammu and Kashmir is also famous for its scenery, flower gardens and apple farms. It attracts tourists for its unique handicrafts and the famous Kashmir shawls.