Culture of Jammu and Kashmir

Jammu and Kasmir, though belongiong to India is quite different from the rest of the country. The state had been referred to as paradise on Earth by the Mughal emperors. The unparalleled natural beauty of the region has won it many accolades. The pristine snow clad mountains, the lush green valleys, the serene lakes with sparkling blue water all contribute to the fact of attracting tourists from all over the world, to this beautiful state of India. Besides its natural beauty, Jammu and Kashmir is also famous for its rich cultural heritage. The Culture of Jammu and Kashmir is reflected through the numerous fairs and festvals that goes on around the year. The songs and dances, that are so very characteristic of this state also forms a part of the Culture of Jammu and Kashmir.

The geographical features of the state combined with its ethnic variation helps to form a distinct culture of its own. Different ;languages, cultural forms and heritage makes the Culture of Jammu and Kashmir a pleasure to witness. The sheer diversity of art and architecture, fairs and festivals, rites and rituals, seers and sagas of Jammu and Kashmir can leave you mesmerized. During the Aryan civilization, Kashmir had been the highest center of learning for Sanskrit and Persian. With the advent of the Persian civilization, the valley of Kashmir had embraced Islam. The addition of several cultural facets over the years has led to the development of this unique Culture of Jammu and Kashmir.