Khilanmarg India

Khilanmarg All through the summer and well into the autumn, Gulmarg is a enticing attraction for golfers from all over the world. The world's highest, 18-hole green golf course is at Gulmarg. A highland meadow, just 4 km from Gulmarg, Khilanmarg is accessible by foot, by pony or in a dandi. From here, the view of the snow peaks and the limpid waters of the Wular Lake is a breathtaking one, unfolding view upon view of Himalayan splendour.

The Fascinating Sights at Khilanmarg
Khilanmarg offers an unparalleled view of the great Himalayan range. The Apharwat peak leads to the Alpather Lake, a picturesque alpine lake that remains frozen until late June. For horse riding freaks, Alpather Lake makes an exciting day's excursion. Slightly lower than Gulmarg is the shrine of Baba Reshi (a Muslim mystic saint) visited by people of all faiths.

Arriving At Khilanmarg Via Gulmarg
Gulmarg is 52 km south-west of Srinagar on the north side of Pir Panjal.
By Roadways : J&K State Road Transport Corporation offers regular deluxe sightseeing and ordinary bus services from Srinagar. In winter it is only upto Tangmarg (13 km from Gulmarg), rest by jeep. The road journey from Srinagar is through picturesque rice fields and avenues of poplars.
Foot or Pony Ride : Just 4 km from Gulmarg, Khilanmarg is accessible by foot, by pony or in a dandi.