Sunday, April 14, 2013

Gulmarg in kashmir


The best ski resort in the Himalayas, Gulmarg's legendary beauty, prime location and proximity to Srinagar naturally make it one of the premier hill spots in the country. Originally called 'Gaurimarg' by shepherds, its present name was given in the 16th century by Sultan Yusuf Shah, who was inspired by the sight of its grassy slopes emblazoned with wild flowers. The towering peaks above the meadow are covered with dense forests of tall conifers and gigantic fir and pine trees, all vying with each other to touch the azure skies. A clear day offers some breathtaking views from Gulmarg: fields of rice; clusters of walnut, pear and mulberry; meadows, ridges and forests that lead to the snow slopes.
Sightseeing in Gulmarg is an experience of a lifetime. There are lakes, valleys, shrines and springs for you to visit. Major tourist attractions in Gulmarg are as follows. There are more to be seen and experienced in Gulmarg that we have listed here

Major Tourist Attractions in Gulmarg

The tiny but scenic village of Pahalgam offers a number of wonderful sites to see. Before you get yourself busy and indulge in light adventure options at Pahalgam, do remember to visit the famous tourist attractions in Pahalgam, some of which are given below.
Outer Circular Walk : The road encircles Gulmarg and provides scenic views of the massifs of Nanga Parbat, Harmukh, the rugged slopes of Ferozepur, Sunset Peak and Apharwat Ridge..
Khilanmarg: A 40-minute journey through valleys of wild flowers from Gulmarg to Khilanmarg offers a breathtaking view of the majestic peaks with their reflections in Wular and other lakes..
Alpather Lake: Streaks of floating ice in this triangular lake, nestled in a hollow under the shadow of Apharwat Mountain are a visual delight. A well-graded pony track joins Apharwat Ridge with Gulmarg...
Panchtarni: It is the confluence of five streams and gives Panchtarni its name. For those headed towards the holy cave of Amarnath, Panchtarni is the last camping site. From Panchtarni, Amarnath is located at a distance of 6km.
Ningle Nallah:Flowing from the snow bed, the Nallah springs from near the Apharwat Ridge, cutting through thick pine forests along the way.
Baba Reshi:Surrounded by a courtyard of carved deodar, the shrine of the saint, Baba Reshi, is linked to Tangmarg and Gulmarg by roads. The latticework shutters here provide a glimpse of old architecture..
Drang:Drang is one of the beautiful sights from the gulmarg side..

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