Gulmarg Known For Best Skiing In India

Gulmarg is located in Baramula district of Jammu and Kashmir. This silent valley of Jammu and Kashmir was discovered by British in the year 1927. It is located at an elevation of 2730 meters above sea level and 57 km from southwest of capital of Srinagar and very close to Pakistan border. This tranquil hill station is also called as �Meadows of Flowers�. It has a gently sloping landscape. Gulmarg - Beauty of Mother Nature is sprinkled with amazing sites attracting the tourists. This dazzling hill station is heaven to various adventure sports like skiing in winters.
During winter one can enjoy magical beauty of the Kashmir valley and the Himalayan range.

Gulmarg - place to be for adventure seekers
For fans of adventure this is the final or dream destination for skiing. You can just rent skis and sticks, snow boots, wool socks, mufflers, windproof jackets, goggles and caps. The ski season starts here from November to February. The slopes varying between 8,700 and 10,500 feet make the ski runs the highest in India. If you are not an expert ski, enjoy the ski slopes and chair lifts.

This little paradise also possesses a lovely green golf course that claims to be the worlds highest too. Gulmarg also present some superb prospect and ideal places which is best for long walks. You can take the outer circle walk among the pine forests and come across most wonderful views of the nature. As you stroll through the valley I am sure you will fall in love with the beauty of Kashmir valley and know why it is called �Living Paradise in Earth�. Nanga Parbat and Haramukh are some of the other popular places to explore during your visit to here.

Now let’s see some of the popular and adventurous sports activity that can be enjoyed here:-

Snow-Skiing
Pir Panchal Basin is the most sought after place for snow skiers. The ice rink ranges from 8700 to 10,500 feet and is the highest in India. Both experts and fans remain committed to make a mark in the snow. Advanced skiers can enjoy the highest peak route Apharwat. The entire program requires energetic movement for an hour. Enthusiasts can explore more with a gondola cable car that goes up to Kongdori.

Heli-Skiing
Recently, the Government Jamnu and Kashmir will organize Heliskiing in the complex world famous ski destination, located in the northern part of Kashmir.

Other snow sports like snow sledding, snowmobiling wiggle are enjoyed by tourists visiting here. Sports do not require special skills and can be done by people of all ages. And if you want to learn skiing then you can join �The Indian Institute of Skiing and Mountaineering�. It is one of the best skiing institutes of India. This skiing courses India (http://www.skiingauli.com/course.php) institutes was established in the year 1969. Here you can learn under the world best skiing masters.

Best Time to Visit:
November to February is the best month to visit here. For during this month heavy snowfall occurs which is best for skiing in Gulmarg.

Accessibility:
Srinagar is the nearest airport. It is 57 km from this majestic and magical hill station. And regarding nearest railway station is Jammu. From here you will get number of tourist buses, cabs, taxis etc.