The Meadow of Flowers, Gulmarg is a popular hill station in the Baramula district of Jammu and Kashmir. Gulmarg is blessed with snow blanketed mountains, flourishing green meadows, deep ravines, evergreen forested hills and valleys. Many honeymooners flock here to enjoy its serenity. It has also become a popular adventure spot for daredevils interested in trekking, mountaineering, skiing, and many other activities.
Nature devotees never miss visiting Gulmarg Biosphere Reserve spreading over an area of 180 sq km. Here you get a chance to spot some rare species of fauna, flora and avifauna. A safari through this park takes you to rich patches of conifers and green herbs. Spot endangered Musk Deer apart from Hangul, Leopard, Brown Bear, Black Bear and Red Fox. ?Another natural wonder here is Ningle Nallah, an enthralling mountain stream, around 10 km from Gulmarg. Visit here to enjoy the silence of nature with the surroundings of snow-capped mountains, blooming wildflowers and a pristine aura. Also, do visit the Apharwat Peak situated at an elevation of 4200 m above the sea level. The peak experiences a heavy snowfall most parts of the year. This peak is ideal to partake in skiing. Seven Springs also remain extremely popular among travelers visiting Gulmarg. These springs are seven natural outlets offering majestic sights of the Srinagar and Gulmarg valleys. ?The hill station also surprises travelers with its religious places. The Shrine of Baba Reshi here was built in the 13th century and welcomes people belonging to all faiths. There is also the Maharani Temple belonging to the erstwhile Dogra kings of Jammu & Kashmir. The temple is dedicated to lord Shiva and is known for its picturesque location.
Gulmarg is extremely popular for being the best ski destination of India. The Alpine slopes brim with skiing lovers as they can enjoy an altitude drop of over 700 mtr here. No matter whether you are a novice or a veteran, the place will surely fascinate you.
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