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Jahelum Valley
The curling Jehlum river passes through from East to West between the
high green mountains joining river Neelum at Domel in Muzaffarabad. An
artifical lake at Subri was created due to a cloud burst over the
sorrounding hill during 1975. Further along the road, 24 Km from
Muzaffarabad is located the small town of Ghari Dupata.
A further 35Km, lies the famous town of Chakothi. This place sees a
large concentration of troops because of the promixity of the
Cease-Fire-Line and the constant agression by Indian forces. Other
notable places of interst in the valley are Chikar, Loonbagla, Lungian
and Danna, all known for their scenic beauty and healthy climate.
CHIKAR
The hill station of Chikar, 27 miles from Muzaffarabad has grown into a
fairly large township. Three miles from Chikar is the hill station known
as Loonbagla which is situated in the middle of a vast range of densely
grown forests. The outstanding features of this hill station are its
healthy climate and picturesque surroundings.
Chikar is linked with Muzaffarabad by a
motorable road and is connected with Bagh in Poonch district via Sudhan
Gali.
CHINARY
Chinary situated some 40 miles
from Muzaffarabad is a scenic place with a very enchanting Rest House
built by the former Dogra rulers. It lies just some twenty yards upward
in the Bazaar. A visitor can easily see the Occupied Area beyond the
border above 10 miles away.
The city has a Telephone Exchange, a
first class dispensary. It is famous for its fruits such as apples,
apricots, walnuts and honey.
Leepa Valley
This is the most fascinating valley in Azad Kashmir.A fair-weather road
branches off for Leepa from Naile 45 Km from Muzaffarabad, climbs over
Reshian Gali at 3200m high and then descends into the Leepa Valley. It spell-bounds everyone
who visists this valley. Dao Khan is well recognised for its natural
beauty and renowned for its calm and peaceful atomsphere. Deep in the
heart of the valley lies Leepa village at 1921m above sea-level. Its
lush green river fields in summer and typical wooden Kashmiri houses
present a wonderful view. |
