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Gulmarg
India
Also known as: Meadow of Flowers
Gulmarg, town, western Jammu and Kashmir union territory, northern India. It is situated at an elevation of 8,500 feet (2,600 metres) about 25 miles (40 km) west of Srinagar.
Gulmarg (meaning “meadow of flowers”) displays a breathtaking panoramic view of the whole Vale of Kashmir and of Nanga Parbat, one of the highest peaks (26,660 feet [8,126 metres]) of both the Himalayas and the world. The valley and mountains may be viewed from various lookout points on Gulmarg’s Circular Path. The resort there is reputed to contain the world’s highest golf course; it also has excellent facilities for tennis, skiing, and polo. Gulmarg was formerly a customs and security station. Pop. (2001) 878; (2011) 1,965.
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