Champawat

Champawat is a beautiful valley situated in the Indian state of Uttarakhand. It is located at an altitude of 1615 m above sea level. The place was formerly the capital of the Chand dynasty rulers. There are a number of temples in and around Champawat but most of them are in bad condition due to lack of maintenance. The most notable attraction of Champawat is the Baneshwar Temple. The fort constructed by the Chand rulers is also worth seeing. Maneshwar Shiva Temple is 9 km from Champawat. A hot water spring is located beside the temple.

Champawat

How to Reach

The nearest railway station is Kathgodam. Champawat is 174 km from Kathgodam. Hired cars are available from Kathgodam to reach Champawat.

Hotels

KMVN Tourist Resthouse. Tel: (05965) 230030. Tariff - Rs. 900.
Hotel Mount View. Tel: (05965) 230220. Tariff - Rs. 600-900.
Hotel Akashdeep. Tel: 9568510275. Tariff - Rs. 1000-1200.
Hotel Tewari. Tel: (05965) 230219. Tariff - Rs. 900-1100.

Kud

Kud is a hill town in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. It is located at a distance of 103 km from Jammu. Kud lies at an altitude of 1738 m and is located on the way to Patnitop from Jammu and Katra. The prime attraction of Kud is the mesmerizing natural beauty of the surrounding landscapes. Surrounded by majestic hills and lush green forests, Kud is the perfect destination for nature lovers.

How to Reach

The nearest railway station is Jammu Tawi. Kud is 103 km from Jammu. You can hire a car from Jammu to reach Kud. Kud is also easily accessible from Patnitop.

Hotels

JKTDC Tourist Bungalow. Tel: (0191) 2579554. Tariff - Double Bed Rs. 1000-2000.