Gulmarg (situated at an altitude of 2750 meters above sea level) is known the heaven of Earth as the nature has speared own immense beauty in entire Gulmarg. Previousely, Gulmarg was called “Gaurimag”, named after Shiva’s coasts. Gulmarg, It is 55 kms far away from the Srinagar City. Today it has become an Ideal tourist destination for the Honeymooner, Adventurers & families. Keeping in mind the facilities for the tourist the Jammu and Kashmir government has developed this city beautifully. Gulmarg is blessed by meadow of flowers and panoramic view of gorgeous snow covered peaks of Himalaya. Every year Gulmarg number of tourist attracted due to its scenic beauty like the snow-clad peaks, deodar tree and the lovely landscapes. Gandola (the Highest Cable Car in the world) ride is major attraction of Gulmarg. It has made in two phases with foreign collaboration. It is a unique experience of Gulmarg so that every Tour operator includes this in their Gulmarg Tour Package. The snow season of Gulmarg is between November and February. During this period entire Gulmarg being covered with white snow and attracts the adventures for the Skiing from across the India. Many other winter sports can be enjoyed in this period.
As far as concern of local sightseeing of Gulmarg there is lot of tourist places can be visited in Gulmarg tour like Khilanmarg-It take two hours to reach this place by pony. It is famous for skiing, Wular Lake-largest water lake of Kashmir which is situated en route to Srinagar, Alpather Lake- Situated 12 kms far away from Gulmarg, Manasbal can be visited which is few kms far away from Wular Lake. Three mode of transportation are available to reach Gulmarg. First option, by Air- the nearest Airport is Srinagar. Many airlines operate the flights to Srinagar on regular basis from all major cities. Second option-by train, the nearest railway station is Katra and third option is by road. This city is well connected with Jammu, Srinagar. The most advisable option is by air only. Gulmarg can be visited throughout the year but best time to visit between March and June every year as during this time the weather is pleasant.
As far as concern of local sightseeing of Gulmarg there is lot of tourist places can be visited in Gulmarg tour like Khilanmarg-It take two hours to reach this place by pony. It is famous for skiing, Wular Lake-largest water lake of Kashmir which is situated en route to Srinagar, Alpather Lake- Situated 12 kms far away from Gulmarg, Manasbal can be visited which is few kms far away from Wular Lake. Three mode of transportation are available to reach Gulmarg. First option, by Air- the nearest Airport is Srinagar. Many airlines operate the flights to Srinagar on regular basis from all major cities. Second option-by train, the nearest railway station is Katra and third option is by road. This city is well connected with Jammu, Srinagar. The most advisable option is by air only. Gulmarg can be visited throughout the year but best time to visit between March and June every year as during this time the weather is pleasant.