Jhelum Valley

The curling Jhelum River passes through from East to West between the high green mountains joining river Neelum at Domel in Muzaffarabad. An artificial lake at Subri (Langarpura) was created due to a cloud burst over the surrounding 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 proximity of the Cease-Fire-Line and the constant aggression by Indian forces. Other notable places of interest in the valley are Langarpura, Chikar, Loonbagla, Lungian and Danna, all known for their scenic beauty and healthy climate.

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 visits this valley. Dao Khan is well recognized for its natural beauty and renowned for its calm and peaceful atmosphere. 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. Walnut, apples, cherries and honey of Leepa are very popular.

Muzaffarabad-Srinagar Bus Service - April 7 2005

Heart-warming scenes of reunion of close relatives separated for over five decades were witnessed as a group of people from Azad Kashmir and another from Indian-occupied part crossed on Thursday the heavily militarized Line of Control that divides their land. Passengers from Azad Kashmir crossed the Opi bridge built recently by Indian forces at about 1.25pm after travelling to the border check post in a lime green and golden bus for the state capital of Muzaffarabad.