Udhampur district, with Udhampur town as its administrative headquarters, is one of the districts of the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Dogri, Hindi, Urdu, and Kashmiri are the main languages spoken in the district. The world famous Vaishno Devi temple, which holds immense significance to the Hindus, is located in the district. The other major tourist attractions include Patnitop,  Sudh Mahadev Gole Market, Devika Ghats, Jakahni Park, Ramnagar chowk, Salain Talab, Main Bazar and now Railway Station as well.

Named after Raja Udham Singh, it is the second-largest city of the Duggardesh region and the fourth-largest city in the Jammu and Kashmir state. It is the the Northern Command headquarters of the Indian Army. A Forward Base Support Unit of the Indian Air Force is also located here. It is used as a transit point between Jammu and Srinagar by the Indian armed forces on NH 1A.

Udhampur Climate

The climate is mostly sub tropical. According to general Hindu faith there are six seasons experienced in the region. The average temperature in the summers does not go beyond 41 degree Celsius. In winters it dips to even zero degree Celsius. The region accounts for an average rainfall of 900 cm in monsoon and winter seasons. The heavy rainfall is attributed to the western disturbances. The heaviest annual rainfall is experienced by Ramnagar town, which is located nearby Udhampur town. Snowfall is very rare. About 15 cm snowfall was observed this year. Intense hailstorms with loads of hail are also experienced in the months of February and March.

Udhampur Culture

Pahari culture resembling the regions adjoining Duggardesh is dominant in the district. Dogra culture can also be seen in other parts of the district. Dogri language, known for its sweetness in the tone, is mainly spoken by the people. The rich heritage of the language has been preserved by the people in its native pure accent.  Gojri is another language spoken here, mostly by the Gujjar community. Udhampur district is the culturally incorporated district of the Jammu region.

Udhampur Tourism

Tourist places in Udhampur
Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrines
Sudh Mahadev
Shri Shiv Khori Shrine
Shri Pingla Devi Shrines
Moungri Cave Shrines
Gole Market,
Devika Ghats,
Jakahni Park,
Ramnagar chowk,
Salain Tala