| Gulmarg hill-station is one of the famous winter | | | | the Pir Panjal Range of the Himalaya is the longest |
| destinations in India. Since its discovery in 1927, the | | | | and highest ski-slopes in the entire Asia. Skiing down |
| place has been highlighted by different means of | | | | the slopes will offer the picture postcard view of the |
| entertainment. Many Bollywood directors take the | | | | valley of Kashmir and the Nanda Devi Parbat(8126m) |
| hilly place as a backdrop for blockbusters, while some | | | | For those who are not strong at heart can enjoy a |
| explore the place for the adventure of skiing. The | | | | ride on Asia's longest cable car. The Gondola |
| snow-clad peaks also host the resident Britishers and | | | | ropeway accommodates about 600 travelers at a |
| Europeans and till date it is alluring people all the year | | | | time and follows the route to and from Kongdoori |
| round. | | | | Mountain |
| Best time to Skiing | | | | Winter Sport Festival 2010 in Gulmarg |
| The icy slopes in Gulmarg can be best explored from | | | | The upcoming Sport Festival in 2010 is welcoming |
| mid-December to mid-May. Apart from the | | | | adrenaline lovers from different parts of the world. It |
| mentioned months, tourist can plan to have | | | | will be commenced from 11th March and will unfold |
| snow-filled fun during Christmas and Easter. A number | | | | unlimited fun till the last hour on 13th March. State Ski |
| of skiing competitions are organized by the JKSCCC | | | | Championship, National Junior Alpine Ski Championship, |
| and individuals of all age-group are welcomed to | | | | Night Skiing, Heli Skiing are major highlights. |
| participate in the sport ground. | | | | How to reach |
| Gulmarg Adventure | | | | By Air: |
| The bowl-shaped Gulmarg is located at an altitude of | | | | The nearest aerodrome is in Srinagar, located 57 kms |
| 8, 500 feet above the sea level and is known for the | | | | away from Gulmarg hill-station |
| adventure of skiing. This popular place in Jammu | | | | By Rail: |
| Kashmir is situated 52 kms away from Srinagar. It is | | | | Rail head is in Jammu is positioned 305 kms from |
| home to towering peaks, which pulls snow-skiers, | | | | Gulmarg. |
| specially during winter season. The Afarwat Hills of | | | | |