Holidays at Gulmarg Jammu and Kashmir

Gulmarg in Jammu and Kashmir is a popular destination for skiing, adventure sports, and scenic beauty

Skiing
Gulmarg is a world-class ski resort destination that was established in 1927 by British Army officers. The Indian Institute of Skiing and Mountaineering (IISM) offers courses in skiing, snowboarding, trekking, and mountaineering.

Gondola ride
The Gulmarg Gondola is a two-stage ropeway that takes passengers to a height of 3,950 meters on Apharwat Peak. It's one of the highest cable car rides in the world.

Scenic beauty
Gulmarg is surrounded by snow-capped Himalayas, meadows, ravines, and forested valleys.

Other attractions
Some other attractions in Gulmarg include:

Alpather Lake, a high-altitude lake that's frozen from November to June

Khilanmarg, a meadow with panoramic views of the Himalayas

Apharwat Peak, a snow crest mountain peak with views of the valley

Gulmarg Biosphere Reserve, home to rare species

St. Mary's Church, a countryside chapel

Strawberry Valley, a colorful valley

Shrine of Baba Reshi, a 13th century shrine

How to get to Gulmarg
You can reach Gulmarg by flight, train, or road:

Flight: Fly into Srinagar Airport, Dehradun and take a cab to Gulmarg

Train: Take the train to Jammu station and then take a bus or taxi to Gulmarg

Road: Take a private or state bus to Gulmarg, or hire a taxi or private car