Rajauri

The scenic town of Rajauri is located in Rajauri District, in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. It is a quiet and beautiful hill station, set against the backdrop of the Himalayas.Earlier a part of the Poonch District, Rajauri became a separate district in 1968. It is surrounded by the districts of Poonch, Udhampur and Jammu. The town or rather district is rooted in ancient times and has a rich heritage. During the Buddhist period, it was a part of the Gandhar area, which comprised of Afganistan, Tashkent and Gandhar. Later, it was known as Rajapuri or 'Land of the Kings' and was part of the Kashmir region, when Hiuen Tsang, the famous Chinese traveller visited India.

There are numerous sightseeing attractions and most popular among them are Panj Pir and Lal Bauli. Travellers planning a trip to the district of Rajouri must visit the Panj Pir shrine which is popular as the resting place of five saints and their sister. This site is visited by innumerable pilgrims that include Parliamentary and Army personnel. Lal Bauli, a spring water lake, is another renowned attraction of the Rajouri District.