The Exploration of Uri Sector : Kashmir Valley

Contents: Preface. 1. Introduction. 2. Uri in history. 3. Village description. 4. Wild life in Uri. 5. Forest wealth of Uri sector. 6. Geology, soil and mineral wealth. 7. Flora of Uri sector. 8. Herbal wealth and health care. 9. Herbalists of Uri sector. 10. Agro horticultural scenario. 11. Important shrines. 12. Tourist and mountaineering spots. 13. Scope for the development of industrial sector in Uri. Bibliography.

"The book is based on exhaustive exploration of Uri sector that constitutes one of the important border areas of the Kashmir valley. It covers the description of the region and its socio-cultural diversity.

A detailed account of the historical importance of Uri sector, its forest wealth, wild life, mineral resources, herbalists, herbal wealth and health care, phyto-diversity and agro-horticultural scenario constitute the capital theme of the book.

The book also documents the valuable information of some Muslim, Hindu and Sikh shrines of the area. The tables and maps given lucidly reveal the location of some exemplary magnificent scenic spots and mountaineering sites. The author suggests some novel ideas for the scope of eco-friendly industrial development. The book may be useful to all, interested in the region of Kashmir Valley." (jacket)