Udhampur, Mountain city in Jammu and Kashmir, India.
Udhampur is a city nestled in the Shivalik Range of the Himalayas, shaped by its mountain slopes and forest cover. The underground Devika River flows beneath sandy surfaces, feeding natural springs scattered throughout the area.
Raja Udham Singh founded the settlement as an administrative center, which eventually grew into the second-largest city in the Jammu region. The Ramnagar Fort near the Kud River stands as evidence of this early administrative importance.
The city has been a center for Shiva worship for centuries, with temples shaping local religious life. Visitors can observe prayer practices and the devotion of pilgrims who regularly visit these sacred spaces.
The local railway station or Jammu Airport about 65 km away provide access to the city. October through February offers the most comfortable weather for exploring the area.
The city is known for its natural springs called Bowlis that emerge from the underground river system. Local devotees venerate the Devika River with the same spiritual reverence typically reserved for the Ganges.
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