Information About Gulmarg, Jammu & Kashmir

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LocationJammu & Kashmir, India
GeographyHill station; situated at an altitude of 2,650 meters (8,694 feet) above sea level
Famous ForSkiing, Gondola rides, picturesque landscapes, meadows, golf course
ClimateCool summers, cold winters with heavy snowfall; Pleasant weather during summer
Best Time to VisitMarch to June for pleasant weather; December to February for skiing and snow activities
ActivitiesSkiing, snowboarding, Gondola rides, trekking, golfing, nature walks
AttractionsGulmarg Gondola, Khilanmarg, Alpather Lake, St. Mary’s Church, Golf Course
Nearby PlacesTangmarg, Apharwat Peak, Ningle Nallah, Outer Circle Walk
Local CuisineKashmiri cuisine – Rogan Josh, Yakhni, Kebabs, Dum Aloo
TransportationRoad access from Srinagar; nearest airport – Srinagar Airport; nearest railway station – Jammu Tawi
AccommodationHotels, resorts, and guesthouses offering scenic views of the surrounding landscapes
Popular FestivalsWinter Sports Festival, Gulmarg Snow Festival
Adventure SportsSkiing, snowboarding, heli-skiing, trekking in summer months
WildlifeApharwat Wildlife Sanctuary, home to Himalayan Musk Deer, Brown Bear, and various bird species
Scenic BeautyMeadows, snow-capped peaks, pine forests; Known as the “Meadow of Flowers”

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