Gulmarg , Jammu And Kashmir
About Gulmarg
Gulmarg which literally translates to ‘Meadow of Flowers’, is an extremely spectacular hill station and a popular ski resort in the district of Baramula. Almost 60 kilometers away from the City of Srinagar, it rests in the Himalayan Valley of Pir Panjal. Discovered by Sultan Yusuf Shah, it was given a commercial value by the British during India’s Colonial Era. This place seems familiar to even those who haven’t been here, the reason? Its beautiful documentation and representation in commercial cinema.
Famous for its gondola ride that takes travelers from Gulmarg meadow to Alpathar Mountain, Gulmarg sees a rush of tourists all throughout the year. It is a treat to explore Gulmarg on ponies in summers and on local made sledges in winters. Other places of attraction include the St Mary’s church, Baba reshi shrine for Muslims and rani temple for Hindus. It is best to enjoy Skiing at Gulmarg in winters as Gulmarg weather offers best of conditions and terrain for skiing.
Apart from the snow clad earth, and stunning flora travelers can also discover the World’s Highest Golf Course here. Skiing is the most popular adventure sport in Mount Apharwat and the Gulmarg Golconda is said to be one of the tallest cable car networks in the world. Gulmarg, a place whose splendor cannot be described with mere words and pictures, it can only be relished and experienced in person. A place where is true traveler’s heart comes alive, where emotions truly become profound and ineffable.
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Ningle Nallah, Jammu and Kashmir
2.9 km from Gulmarg - See map
Ningle Nallah is located at a distance of 10 km from Gulmarg and is famous for its pristine beauty and lush green surroundings during the summers...
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Khilanmarg, Jammu and Kashmir
3.7 km from Gulmarg - See map
Khilanmarg is a small valley which is about 6 km from Gulmarg. This valley is beauty personified during summers as is covered with exotic flowers...
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Apharwat Peak, Jammu And Kashmir
*3.8 km from Gulmarg - See map
Apharwat Peak is quite popular with all the skiing enthusiasts and offers best of experience to all the skiers. Located near the Alpathar Lake...
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Alpather Lake, Jammu and Kashmir
*4.3 km from Gulmarg - See map
Alpather Lake or Al-Pather Lake is located 13 KMs away from Gulmarg and is at an altitude of 3840m. This triangle shape lake freezes in winters...
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Baba Reshi Shrine, Jammu and Kashmir
5.1 km from Gulmarg - See map
Baba Reshi Shrine is located at a distance of 5 km from Gulmarg and is dedicated to Muslim saint Baba Reshi who was a renowned courtier of King...
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Nagin Valley, Jammu And Kashmir
8.1 km from Gulmarg - See map
After being hidden from tourists for 22 long years, Nagin Valley or Nageen Valley was opened for public in 2012. This picturesque 10 km stretch...
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Tangmarg, Jammu and Kashmir
11.4 km from Gulmarg - See map
Tangmarg is located 39 KMs from Srinagar and is a major stop for all the buses and taxis going to Gulmarg. The road till Tangmarg is four lanes,...
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Drung, Gulmarg, Jammu And Kashmir
13.9 km from Gulmarg - See map
Drung is located 14 Km from Gulmarg and is a perfect destination for rock climbing and trout fishing in summers. Neraby this place over the hills...
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Pattan, Jammu and Kashmir
33.1 km from Gulmarg - See map
Pattan is located in the Baramulla district and is famous for its valley with beauty personified. Located just 29 Km from Srinagar it is best to...
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Dachigam National Park, Jammu and Kashmir
*37.6 km from Gulmarg - See map
Dachigam National Park is a beautiful national park nestled in the western Himalayas, about 20 kms from Srinagar. The park is sprawled over 140...
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Wular Lake, Jammu And Kashmir
38.1 km from Gulmarg - See map
Wular Lake earns the distinction of being one the largest freshwater lake in India, and also in Asia. Jhelum River traverses the lake and it is...
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Gangabal Lake, Jammu and Kashmir
*40 km from Gulmarg - See map
Gangabal Lake can be accessed by road till Naranag which is 45 km from Srinagar and after that one has to take a 15 Km trek to the lake. This lake...
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