Altitude
2,650 m
Best Time
December - March (skiing) / May - August (meadows)
Recommended Stay
2-3 Days
About
At 2,650 meters, Gulmarg is a paradise for all seasons. In winter, it transforms into India's premier ski resort with deep powder snow. In summer, its rolling meadows burst with wildflowers against a backdrop of the Affarwat Peak.
Originally called 'Gaurimarg' by shepherds, Gulmarg was renamed the 'Meadow of Flowers' by Sultan Yusuf Shah in the 16th century. The British developed it as a hill station in the 1800s, building one of the world's highest golf courses here.
Today, Gulmarg is best known for its two-phase Gondola ride, which takes visitors to nearly 4,000 meters for spectacular views of Nanga Parbat and the entire Kashmir Valley. In winter, it becomes a world-class ski destination with some of the deepest powder snow in Asia.
Highlights
- Gulmarg Gondola - Asia's highest cable car
- Skiing and snowboarding on Himalayan powder
- Alpather frozen lake trek
- Gulmarg Golf Course - one of the highest in the world
- Strawberry Valley and wildflower meadows
Experiences
Things to Do in Gulmarg
Gondola Ride
Take the famous two-phase Gulmarg Gondola to Kongdoori (Phase 1) and Affarwat Peak (Phase 2) for breathtaking panoramic views of the Himalayas.
Skiing & Snowboarding
Hit the slopes of one of Asia's best ski resorts with runs for all skill levels, from gentle beginner slopes to challenging off-piste terrain.
Alpather Lake Trek
Hike from the top of the Gondola to the frozen Alpather Lake at the base of twin Affarwat peaks - a stunning alpine trek.
Meadow Walk
In summer, stroll through endless rolling meadows carpeted with wildflowers - daisies, buttercups, bluebells, and forget-me-nots.
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