Things to do in Gulmarg, Jammu and Kashmir
Gulmarg is a hill station and a notified area committee in Baramulla district of the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
11 places to visit in and around Gulmarg, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
- 1Cable Car to Kongdori
Gulmarg Gondola in Gulmarg, Jammu and Kashmir, is the second longest and second highest cable car in the world. Higher lines include the Mi Teleférico in Bolivia and at Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.
- 2Gulmarg Wildlife Sanctuary
The Gulmarg Wildlife Sanctuary spread over 180 square kilometres is a protected area in Gulmarg, Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir, India. It is one of the most beautiful and attractive sanctuaries in J&K.
- 3St. Mary's Church
The St Mary's Church is located in the valley of Shepherds in Gulmarg. The church dates back to 1902. The brick built structure is topped with a green metallic thached roof. The interiors are complete with wood panels and a beautiful staine
- 4Maharani Temple
The Siva temple is located atop a small hillock and is visible from all over Gulmarg. The temple dates back to 1915 and was built by Mohini Bai Sisodhia, wife of the last king of Kashmir Hari Singh. Since built by the queen it is known as t
- 5St Mary's Church, Gulmarg
St Mary's Church is located in the Valley of Shepherds in Gulmarg and is one of the oldest churches in Jammu and Kashmir, India. It was built in 1902, during the period of British rule, and was constructed in a British style.
- 6Baba Reshi Shrine
It is the resting place of Sufi saint Baba Payam uddin Reshi. The original structure dates back to 1840 but it has been modified over the years. The shrine and its surrounding garden is a tourist attraction and a destination for pilgrims vi
- 7Gulmarg Golf Club
The golf course sits at a height of 2,650 metres (8,690 ft) above sea level, is the highest golf course in the world. It started as a-6 hole golf course in 1890. Over the years the course has been extended and modified several times. It now
- 8Apharwat Peak
Apharwat Peak is a summit, situated at a height of 4,390 metres above the sea level, in Gulmarg, India. It receives heavy snowfall and remains covered with snow for much of the year.
- 9Alpather Lake
Popularly known as the frozen lake the Alpather Lake is situated at an altitude of 4390 m and is located at the foot of the twin Apharwat Peaks. The lake is surrounded by rocky mountains and lush green meadows, complete with blooming wild f
- 10St. Joseph's Catholic Church
St. Joseph's Catholic Church is a parish of the Roman Catholic Church in Baramulla, Jammu and Kashmir, India.
- 11Aasar-i-Shareef Pethmakhama
The Aasar-i-Shareef Pethmakhama, popularly called Ziyarat Makhama, is a Muslim shrine located in Pethmakhama, Magam, Budgam, Jammu and Kashmir, India. It contains a relic, Moi-e-Muqqadas, which is widely believed to be the hair of the Islamic prophet Muhammad.