Lal Draman and Dal Draman are two picturesque landscapes in Doda district.
Tourism Department had generally ignored Chenab Valley in aspects of tourism as compared to Kashmir and Jammu. There is big misconception in locals who had not visited some places in Doda district, which are Lal Draman and Dal Draman. These are actually two places.
Lal Draman (Doda)
It is a saucer shaped beautiful spot 20 km north-west of Doda Town, amidst lofty deodar and fir trees, is one of the best tourist site of the district of Doda near village Sazan. Lal Draman in English means Red Meadows. Lal Draman offers a variety of beautiful landscapes, extremely soothing and pleasant summer, numerous spots of scenic splendor and snow winter.
Dal Draman (Doda)
It is about 25 Kms. in the north-east of Doda. From Doda to Udhyanpur, the journey is by Bus/Taxi and thereafter, 5Kms. journey on foot. Dal Draman is famous for the healing effects of its sweet, cool and serene beauty and its salubrious climate. Situated at an altitude of 2,700 mtrs. above the sea level, the place has tremendous attraction for the local people wishing to unwind and relax.
Anzer Ayoob is the Founder and Chief Editor to The Chenab Times