Gulmarg City Guide
Gulmarg is Kashmir’s most famous hill resort, known for skiing, snow-covered meadows, and Asia’s highest cable car. Located in the Pir Panjal range, Gulmarg transforms into a winter wonderland and a summer meadow paradise.
📍 Quick Facts
RegionJammu & Kashmir (UT)
Famous ForSkiing & Gondola
Ideal Duration2–3 Days
LanguagesKashmiri, Hindi, English
🌦 Live Weather & Network
WeatherLoading…
Temperature–
📱 NetworkJio, Airtel, BSNL
🌐 InternetModerate 4G
🗓 Best Time to Visit
Dec – FebSkiing & snowfall
Mar – JunMeadows & sightseeing
Jul – SepGreen landscapes
FestivalsWinter Carnival
🎯 Things to See & Do
🏛 Places
🍽 Food
🛍 Shopping
✨ Experiences
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Gulmarg GondolaWorld’s highest cable car
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Golf CourseHighest green golf course
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Apharwat PeakSnow views & trekking
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St. Mary’s ChurchColonial-era church
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Kashmiri CuisineLocal specialties
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Rogan JoshTraditional dish
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KahwaSaffron tea
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Hotel DiningMulti-cuisine
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WoollensCaps & shawls
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HandicraftsLocal souvenirs
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Small MarketsTourist stalls
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Prayer ItemsLocal artifacts
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SkiingIndia’s top ski destination
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SnowboardingWinter adventure
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TrekkingSummer trails
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PhotographySnow & meadows
🗺 Suggested Gulmarg Itinerary
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Day 1Gondola · Golf Course
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Day 2Apharwat Peak · Snow activities
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Day 3Leisure · Photography
🚆 How to Reach Gulmarg
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Srinagar Airport (SXR)Approx 50 km
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Srinagar → GulmargScenic mountain road
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JKSRTC BusesFrom Srinagar
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TaxiSrinagar ↔ Gulmarg ₹2,500+
🏨 Where to Stay in Gulmarg
Luxury
Mid-Range
Budget & Homestays
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The Khyber Himalayan ResortTop luxury ski resort
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Hotel Heevan RetreatPremium stay
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Hotel HilltopComfort mid-range
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Hotel Pine PalacePopular option
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Guest HousesAffordable stays
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HomestaysLocal experience
🍴 Popular Restaurants
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Bakshi RestaurantLocal Kashmiri food
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Hotel Hilltop DiningMulti-cuisine
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Mountain CafésHot drinks & snacks
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Resort RestaurantsPremium dining
📍 Nearby Destinations
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Tangmarg · 13 kmGateway town
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Srinagar · 50 kmCapital city
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Drung WaterfallFrozen winter falls
👕 What to Wear
Winter – Heavy woolens
Snow – Boots & thermals
Summer – Light jackets
Skiing – Waterproof gear
🎉 Festivals
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Winter FestivalSki events & celebrations
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EidLocal celebrations
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ShivratriRegional festival