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Gulmarg, the
meadow of flowers, can rightly be called the crown of Kashmir.
An ideal picnic spot, Gulmarg is always fun to visit. Taking
its pride of place is the Gulmarg Gondola, which is Asia's
largest cable car project. Adorned with many spectacles of
nature, Gulmarg receives visitors with open arms. As
winterapproaches, Gulmarg converts into an idyllic skiing
resort. Apparwath, Kongdori and Shark Fin, which offer good
opportunity for powder skiing are some important tourist
places in Gulmarg. The sacred shrine of Baba Reshi is another
attraction in Gulmarg and is also an important part of Jammu &
Kashmir tourism.
Tourist Attraction
Gulmarg Gondola
Asia's
largest and highest cable car project lead to Kongdori
Mountain perched at an altitude of 3099.6 meters from the
resort situated in Gulmarg. A bowl shaped area, it is known
for its abundant opportunities for enjoyable sessions of
powder skiing and snowboarding. As a popular destination for
skiing, Kongdori has earned fame as one of the best Gulmarg
tourist places to visit. A lofty mountain that adjoins
Apharwat peak, Kongdori can rightly be called the skier's
paradise.
Jammu & Kashmir tourism department credit Kongdori for
catching the eyes of travel enthusiasts. Rendering a perfect
blend of adventure and recreation, Kongdori is a little
paradise in its own right.
Gulmarg Golf Course
Sprawling
7,505 yards, the Gulmarg Golf Club is a clear indication of
how Golf has become a way of life in Gulmarg. Reckoned to be
the longest course in India, the Gulmarg Golf Club is a
feather to the cap of Jammu & Kashmir tourism. Golfing at the
18-hole Gulmarg Golf course is truly an enthralling experience
earning it the pride of being one of the best tourist places
to visit in Gulmarg. Nestled amidst the spectacle of alpine
mountains, fringed by rivulets, ponds and streams and adorned
with multi-hued flowers, this eminent golf course is a delight
for visitors and locals alike.
Skiing
Gulmarg is reckoned as the finest bowl for powder skiing.
Located on the backside of lofty Mount Apharwat, Shark Fin
provides skiers the opportunity to rip apart the snow and sway
through an immaculate steep slope. It is directly visible from
the top of Apharwat mountain peak and thus has become quite
popular Gulmarg tourist place to visit
Apparwath
The
lofty Apparwath Mountain, glorifying the land of Gulmarg, is
the longest ski slope in Asia. The soft snow bed, the
alpenglow and the grand scale of resplendent beautycome to
life at Gulmarg. It Apparwath not only rejoices with the
onrush of scenery, but it celebrates the share of fame that
nature has endowed on it. At an elevation of 3,980 m above sea
level andaway from everyday drudgery, Apparwath instigates
excitement and awe. The gleaming pride of Jammu & Kashmir and
a skier's paradise, it is one of the best Gulmarg tourist
places to visit . Pristine landscape, enthralling ambiance and
the tinge of the impeccable beauty that Kashmir is famed for
increases the importance of Apparwath.
Baba Reshi Shrine
The mausoleum of Baba Payamuddin (Pam Din) is dubbed as Baba
Reshi. Located in Baramullah district in Rambodh Village, the
shrine is revered highly by Muslims and Hindus alike. Anointed
by Baba Zainuddin Rishi (disciple of Saint Nooruddin), Baba
Reshi moved to Rambodh and performed miracles, helped people
and preached Islam.
A Daan (fire place) was constructed by the saint in the
village, which is reckoned to fulfill the wishes of people.
The shrine of Baba Reshi has become a popular Gulmarg tourist
place to visit and is thronged by visitors throughout the
year. Jammu & Kashmir tourism department also recognizes this
holy shrine as a vital attraction of the valley of Kashmir.
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