5 Mesmerizing Gulmarg Sightseeing Places For Your Entire Family Gulmarg literally translates to "Meadow of Flowers" and was named so by Sultan Yusuf Shah of Chak Dynasty who used to frequent this place with his wife HabbaKhatoon. During the summer season, the entire valley gets blanketed by colourful beautiful flowers like buttercups, bluebells, daisies etc.
Location: It is located at an altitude of 2,650 meters in the PirPanjal Range which is one of the cup-shaped valleys of the Himalayas. It is 56 km from Srinagar and you can reach there by Jeeps or SUVs. There are many sightseeing places in Gulmarg which are worth a sight. Some of them are: ● Khilanmarg If you're coming here specifically for the autumn flowers, then Khilanmarg is the best Gulmarg sightseeing place for you. With snowy mountains all around, the plains particularly overflow with a variety of adorable flowers. ● Apharwat Peak If you're a trekking freak, this should be high on your list. For trekkers looking to summit Himalayas, this peak is a great starting location. Hence it is in great for both beginners and experienced. After the tedious trek, you can rest at our deluxe hotel in Gulmarg. ● Alpather Lake If you're visiting Apharwat Peak, then it's worth taking a trip to Alpather Lake which is located just near the peak. With snow covered mountains in the
backdrop and glaciers flowing through, it creates a perfect photography opportunity. â—? Gulmarg Golf Course Formed during the British period, this golf course sits at an altitude of 2650 meters above sea level. Our deluxe hotel is Gulmarg can provide transportation if you want to take a day off and practice golf. â—? The famous Ski Resort It is considered the best Indian ski destination by foreigners and locals alike. The slopes are around 2 km in length with an altitudinal drop of over 700 mtr. We're one of the best deluxe hotels in Gulmarg providing unmatchable services.