Location
95 km east of Srinagar, in the western part of Jammu and Kashmir state.
Climate
Summers are mild and winters are cold. Snow fall may occur from December to
February.
Best time to visit
April to November
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About Pahalgam
Pahalgam, also known as the valley of shepherds, is located 95 kms east of
Srinagar at an altitude of 2,130 meters. It is positioned beside the Liddar
River, in the Liddar valley. It is an exotic tourist destination with
soaring mountains, glistening glaciers, gushing silvery streams of ice water
and dense pine and cedar forests with soft whistling winds and revitalizing
air. It is also an ideal for adventure sports enthusiasts. It offers
wonderful treks, skiing, mountaineering and camping sites.
Getting There
Air : The nearest airport is in Badgam Distt
Rail : The nearest rail head is at Jammu.
Road :Bus service is available from Srinagar and Anantnag. Taxis can
be hired from Srinagar at pre-fixed rates.
Major Attractions
Chandanwari : It is located 16km away from Pahalgam at an altitude
of 2,923m and is famous for its snow bridge.
Baisaran : Located 5 kms from Pahagam at an altitude of 2,438m,
Baisaran is dotted with Pine forests which presents a picturesque view of
the snow-clad mountains. The snow covered Tulian lake at an altitude of 3353
m is 11kms from Baisaran.
Amarnath Cave : This cave has a massive ice Shivlingam, visited by
thousands of pilgrims between July and September.
Location
56-km From Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir
Climate
Dry sub-humid
Best time to visit
May to September
About Gulmarg
Gulmarg is situated in Baramula district and is 56-kms from Srinagar
district. It is spread over an area of 3 sq. kms. at an altitude of 2, 730
m. It is also called the meadow of flowers having lush green slopes where
the silence is broken only by the tinkle of cowbells. Gulmarg is dotted with
colorful flowers like Bluebells, Daisies, Forget Me Not's and Buttercups. It
exhilarating beauty has made it a venue of several films.
Getting There
Air : The nearest airport from here is situated in Badgam District,
which is well connected with all the major cities of the country.
Rail : The nearest railhead is at Jammu.
Road : All sorts of transport are available to Gulmarg from Srinagar
bus stand at Batmallo and from private transport operators.
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Major Attractions :
Skiing & Heliskiing : Gulmarg is one of the most famous
Heli-skiing resort in Asia. In winters the verdant green slopes of Gulmarg
are capped with snow, forming some of the finest natural slopes for ski runs
of all levels.
Golf Courses : Gulmarg also owns one of the world's highest green
golf courses and a clubhouse, which is a historical building in its own
right. Equipment and other facilities are provided to the Golf players by
the different Golf clubs.
Gondola Lift : Gulmarg's newly constructed Gondola lift is a major
attraction nowadays. Gulmarg looks breathtaking from high above, when the
lift passes through pine clad slopes.
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