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Located in the Pirpanjal range in the western Himalayas, Gulmarg is one of Asia's premier hill stations. A popular skiing destination, Gulmarg is also said to be home to the longest golf course in India. It is a popular head out for most adventure sports enthusiasts, mostly during the Gulmarg skiing season that falls in December every year. It is indeed one of the most beautiful places one can visit in the Kashmir valley.
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According to the official website of the Jammu and Kashmir tourism department, Gulmarg was originally called Gaurimag, named after Lord Shiva's coasts. (Twitter/JKTourism)
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Situated in the Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir, Gulmarg is easily accessible from the Srinagar Airport which is merely 2 hours away from the popular skiing resort. (Twitter/JKTourism)
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Gulmarg offers a fine view of the Nanga Parbat which is the naked mountain situated 26,000 feet above sea-level, dominating the entire region. (Twitter/JKTourism)
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The slopes in Gulmarg vary from 8,700 to 10,500 feet and are the highest skis in India, as mentioned by the Tourism department. The best season for skiing falls between November and February. (Twitter/JKTourism)
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The tourism department of Jammu and Kashmir states that Gulmarg is home to an 18-hole golf course which is considered to be the world's highest. Situated at a height of 2,650 above sea level, it is entirely managed by the state's Tourism Development Corporation. (Twitter/JKTourism)
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Gulmarg is also famous for its gondola rides that lift the passengers through pine-clad slopes providing the experience of a lifetime. These gondolas take the riders up above 15,000 feet, one of the highest in the world. Each Gondola is a small yellow colored cabin with space for 6 adults. The cabins are slung on high tensile strength cables which move continuously. (Twitter/JKTourism)
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The nearest railway station to Gulmarg is located in Jammu. (Twitter/JKTourism)
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During winters, Gulmarg is said to record the season's coldest nights owing to the snowfall in the region. This year too, Gulmarg recorded heavy snowfall in its region. (Twitter/JKTourism)
