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Meadow of Flowers=Gulmarg

by vickss - last update: Jun 2, 2007

Relax amidst meadows of flowers and greenery

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My expectations from Gulmarg was matched to the dot by the amazing green landscape of the place. It appears like a huge green blanket spread over mounds which are spread all around like a desert. On 2 sides there is the classic views of snow capped mountains. In one word: heaven

Da Place

Gulmarg is a place where tourists usually come for a day visit from Gulmarg. It makes sense as the rigid taxi norms(more on this in transportation tips) in Kashmir makes it worthwhile for that.. Ppl usually come for a day trip.. catch the cable car(called gondola here) to go higher up spend some time on dirty ice(filled with pony *** and human foot trampings) and then have some pony ride down below at the meadows and return.
But after spending two nights I think it is best to stay here for one night and relax and walk around to feel the greenery all around and also enjoy the beauty of Kashmir in a somewhat relaxed military presence (compared to the rest of Kashmir)

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Pros:"Green Beauty"
Cons:"Quality of Infrastruture is below par but pricey"
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Comments for vickss about Gulmarg
PierreZA Sun Nov 9, 2008 11:42 UTC
 Very useful and practical tips, thanks!
victorwkf Fri Sep 28, 2007 17:16 UTC
 Good information on Gulmarg, thanks for sharing and I may visit early next year :)

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