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Gulmarg

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Places to visit:
Khilanmarg
Gondola
Golf
Trekking
Alpathar Lake
Cable Car to Kongdoor
Skiing
Maharani Temple
St Mary's Church
Baba Reshi Shrine
Ningle Nallah
Ferozepur Nallah
Lienmarg

 

Things To Do:
Golf:
The golf course in Gulmarg is one of the highest of its kind in the world. The place which is featured with a 18-hole golf course is nearly 100 years old. It has a golf club which offers the players a short term membership; otherwise they also have the option of hiring the golf sets. Apart from the members the even the tourists who visit this place on a payment of a fee are allowed to use the golf course. There is a clubhouse which portrays the old Swiss style and culture is seen within the course.

Skiing & Winter Sports:
Gulmarg has few of the highest and best skis in India varying about 8,700 to 10,500 feet. For people who love adventure this is one of the best places to visit especially during the months of November to February. There are both small and big ski runs which ranges from 200mts to 3kms which can be used both by the beginners and intermediate skiers. All the stuff and equipments required for skiing like sticks, snow boots, woolen socks, mufflers, windproof jackets, goggles and caps are available in the town. You have the option of either buying it or hiring these skiing equipments. You need not to worry of who will assist you for there are instructors. People who do not want to take the risk of adventures can enjoy with the ski lifts and chair lifts. Now with the development of cable cars you have the opportunity of going high to the top of Apharwat peak and from there skiing down which takes about nearly half an hour. Apart from skiing there are other winter sports like snow scooters and snow bobbing.

Gondola Cable Car:
Though this cable car was initially developed to carry the skier’s uphill, now it has become one of the main attractions of the tourists for its jolly ride. This Gondola cable car gives you an adventure of going above to atleast 15,000 feet high. This gives you a feel of getting into the clouds. The corporation of Gulmarg cable car offers you a very good and safe service.

Horse Riding:
Horse riding in the open valleys and in the green meadows is another prime attraction for the tourists. There are horses and ponies available for all age group of people where you can take a ride amidst the nature.

Trekking:
You can also trek to the Pir Panjal Range, Nanga Parbat with the help of local guides who takes you in the right and safe route.

Walking:
A long walk in the nature not only gives you a peace of mind but also it is very good to keep your health fit. Looking down the valley gives you a complete view of Srinagar.

How To Reach:
By Air:
Nearest airport to Gulmarg is Srinagar which is 56 km away from Gulmarg. Jeeps and Taxi cabs are available from airport to Gulmarg, which will cost around Rs 1000 – Rs 1200. Srinagar is well connected to Delhi with daily regular flights. Many other Indian cities are also connected to Srinagar by air.

By Rail:
Closest Railhead from Gulmarg is Jammu. Jammu is connected by rail to many cities in India; especially direct trains are available from northern cities.

By Road:
Gulmarg is well linked by bus services from most of the cities in Jammu and Kashmir. State owned buses and Private tourist deluxe luxury buses are also available to reach Gulmarg from various parts of J&K.

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