Gulmarg
India’s Winter Wonderland • Gondola & Skiing
Baramulla, Jammu & Kashmir
Best Time: Dec–Feb & May–Oct
Gondola: ₹700–1000/leg
Adventure & Family Friendly
Apharwat: ~3,980 m
About Gulmarg
Gulmarg is a premier ski destination known for its Gondola—among the highest cable cars globally—and sweeping alpine meadows. Summer brings lush greens and golf; winter transforms it into a snow paradise.
Highlights
- • Gulmarg Gondola Phase 1 & 2
- • Apharwat Peak panoramas
- • St. Mary’s Church & Golf Course
- • Winter skiing, snowboarding, sledging
- • Meadow walks and cycling in summer
Best Time to Visit
❄️
Winter
Skiing and snow activities (Dec–Feb).
🌞
Summer
Gondola rides, golf, and meadow walks.
🍂
Autumn
Clear views and fewer crowds.
How to Reach
By Air
Srinagar Airport (SXR) → ~50 km
By Train
Jammu Tawi → road to Srinagar, then onward
By Road
Regular taxis and buses from Srinagar
Local Transport
Union cabs; rent gear locally in winter
Location & Map
Quick Facts
Elevation:~2,650 m
Best Season:Dec–Feb, May–Oct
Famous For:Gondola & Skiing
Gondola Height:Up to ~3,980 m
Essential Tips
What to Carry
- • Winter layers and waterproof boots (snow)
- • Sunglasses and sunscreen
- • Cash for local rentals
- • ID proof and basic medicines
Good to Remember
- • Pre-book Gondola in peak season
- • Roads can close during heavy snowfall
- • Rent gear locally; verify quality
Tourism Contacts
J&K Tourism: +91-194-2452691
Photography Guide
- • Apharwat ridgelines and snowfields
- • Gondola mid-station vistas
- • Sunset over meadows and pines
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