Temperature: Max. 11° C, Min. -3° C
Ideal Duration: 1-2 days
Open Time: Throughout the year
Best Time: 1st January - 28th February (Winter)
Nearest Airport: Srinagar
Nearest Railway Station: Jammu Tawi
How to reach- "By flight-Reach Srinagar Airport from any major cities of India and take cab to reach Gulmarg. By Train-Reach Jammu Railway station from anywhere in India, since it is well connected with Rail network. After reaching Jammu Railway station take bus or book a cab to reach the spot. By Road-Gulmarg is well connected Roads so you can reach by bus or taxi."
Gulmarg is situated at the heart of Kashmir at an altitude of 2730 m. Located in the Pir Panjal range of Kashmir valley, covered with evergreen forests, snow-capped mountains, flowers, and deep ravines make it is so attractive that a large number of tourists are attracted to this place.
It is one of the best and most popular skiing spots in the world.
The Condola situated here is 2nd highest in the world. Due to its scenic beauty and less crowded, Honeymooners come here.
The Indian Institute of Skiing and Mountaineering (IISM) is situated here as a result Gulmarg is becoming an Adventure Hub. The course of study is trekking, mountaineering, snowboarding, and more.
Private operators are also here, they also provide similar courses as in IISM.
The famous places to visit in Gulmarg are Alpathar Lake, Golf Course, Gulmarg Biosphere Reserve, Khilanmarg, Tangmarg, Ferozpur Nallah, Apharwat Peak, Kongdori, Children Park, Gulmarg Snow Festival, Strawberry Valley, Ningli Nalla, Seven Springs, Maharani Temple, Imambara Goom, Ziarat of Baba Reshi, St. Mary Church, Kanchenjunga Museum and more.
The top things to do here are Gondola rides, Shopping, Skiing, etc.
This place is also famous for the number of Bollywood film shootings done here.
While on the Kashmir tour don't forget to visit Gulmarg.
The best time to visit Gulmarg are in January and February.
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