Best Places to Visit in Gulmarg, Kashmir

GULMARG

The Snow-coated Popular Destination Is Home To Many Wonders

Gulmarg has attracted millions of tourists throughout its existence with the scenic beauty of the Himalayas as a backdrop. One of Gulmarg's main attractions is the Gulmarg Gondola, the tallest cable car in the world. Gulmarg is famous for its rice fields, walnuts, pears, mulberry trees, apple orchards and forests leading to snowy slopes.

Things to do: Ride A Cable Car, Skiing, Gandola Ride, Trekking

Things to Do in GULMARG

Vaishno devi

Travel Cost : INR- 10,000/- 2Nights / 3Days

Sonamarg

Travel Cost : Approx. - $100 - $150 / Person | 3 Days - 2 Nights | 2 - 3 Star Hotel

Patnitop

Travel Cost : INR:20000/-

Dal Lake

Travel Cost : Approx. $120 - $180 /Person | 2 Days-3 Nights | 2-3 star Hotel

Amarnath

Travel Cost : INR:20000/-

HOW TO REACH GULMARG

Flight -
The nearest airport to Gulmarg is in Srinagar, 56 km away. A domestic airport, it is well connected to major cities in India with regular flights from Delhi, Mumbai and Amritsar.

Road -
Gulmarg is well connected with regular bus services from Srinagar, Sommarg and other neighboring cities in Kashmir. You can choose from regular, deluxe and luxury buses operated by both government and private companies. Gulmarg is located 57 km from Srinagar and can be reached in 1-2 hours, but the winding high-altitude road will take longer.

Rail -
Jammu is the nearest train station at a distance of 290 kilometers. Jammu Railway Station is well connected with most railway stations in major Indian cities. Some of the most popular trains include Jammu Rajdani, Himgiri Express, Swarak Express, Andaman Express and Himsagar Express, which connects the furthest railway stations in Trivandrum.

HOW TO GET AROUND

Local Bus -
There are volvo ac and non ac local buses running around, making it easier for you to commute on daily basis.

Auto -
The most convenient and cheapest way to travel is by auto! The auto-rickshaws are available at every corner of the street, it would not charge more than 100 rupees.

Traditional Food

ROGAN JOSH

YAKHNI LAMB CURRY

GOSHTABA

MODUR PULAO

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the centre of attraction of Gulmarg

Gulmarg is well known for its magnificent views especially during winter for skiing and for the Gulmarg Gondola one of the highest cable cars in the world

Which language is spoken in Gulmarg

Urdu is the primary language spoken in Gulmarg along with Kashmiri and Dogri

What is the speciality of Gulmarg

Gulmarg is known for its picturesque beauty ski resort established in 1927 the Gulmarg Gondola Asia s second longest cable car ride and the highest golf course in the world at an elevation of 2 650 meters

What is the highest point in Gulmarg

Apharwat Peak

Why does Gulmarg attract a lot of tourists

Gulmarg located in Jammu and Kashmir is known for its beauty and draws skiers and tourists due to its history as heaven on earth and cultural significance