Overview
About Gulmarg
Gulmarg is a high-altitude meadow town in Baramulla district, ringed by pine forests and the Pir Panjal range. Once a summer retreat for Mughal emperors, it is now Kashmir's leading hill station, drawing skiers in winter and hikers and golfers in summer.
Good to know
Visitor essentials
Meadow≈ 5h visit
On the ground
What to look for
- Gulmarg Gondola cable car
- Alpather Lake
- St. Mary's Church
- Gulmarg Golf Course
Best time
When to go
Off-season now · best Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Dec
Best months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Dec.
Know
Good to know
- Carry warm layers even in summer, as temperatures drop quickly after sunset
Getting there
From Srinagar
- Nearest town
- Tangmarg · 7 km
- Road ends at
- Gulmarg main market
Location