Ski resorts in India

When talking about India, tourists mention Indian cuisine, temples, palaces and even the beaches of Goa, but skiing is not associated with India at all in the minds of most Russians. And completely in vain. After all, if you go to India, you can get to one of the highest and most beautiful mountain systems in the world. We are, of course, talking about the Himalayas.

Have you been to the Himalayas?

Although Mount Everest is located in neighboring Nepal, India can offer its visitors a great winter ski holiday. And it’s much easier to buy air tickets to India in winter. Moreover, at the same time and in the same country you can sunbathe on the beach. No country in the world will immediately offer such a range of holidays to tourists, and even at relatively low prices, which distinguish all Indian resorts.

The Himalayas are located in the very north of India, in the state of Kashmir. Although this state can hardly be called attractive for tourists for a number of reasons, however, such nuances will not stop true lovers of alpine skiing and snowboarding. And in the last 10-15 years, there has been silence in Kashmir, bright white snow and the silence of the majestic mountains. And all conditions have been created for lovers of a good holiday, and the attitude of Indians towards tourists is very friendly.

A few words about Gulmarg

Despite the presence of an entire mountain system, there are not so many ski resorts in India. One of the best and most popular resorts in India among ski and snowboard lovers is Gulmarg. And it is located only 50 kilometers from the state capital - the city of Srinagar.

Gulmarg has a ski lift and a special school for learning skiing. Therefore, both beginners and experienced skiers and snowboarders ski in Gulmarg. Tourists are always fascinated by the magnificent mountains, forests, as well as the bright and sparkling snow in the sun. Gulmarg can hardly be called a crowded resort, which is why it is difficult to find entertainment in Courchevel or Bukovel there. People come to Gulmarg specifically to ski and relax among the enchanting beauty of nature. Alpine skiing professionals are well aware of the phrase Himalayan freeride. For beginners, let us explain that we are talking about a type of recreation called off-piste skiing. And the skier has a whole range of places where you can go down on skis from dizzying heights.

Snowboarders can discover a lot of new and interesting things in Gulmarg. They have a huge forest area at their disposal, which is, in fact, a natural freeride park. The infrastructure of Gulmarg is developing successfully. In recent years, good hotels have appeared there, as well as corresponding services.

And most importantly, for local residents, tourism is often the main source of income, and therefore the attitude towards tourists in Kashmir is very good, despite their complex relationships with each other. Therefore, the Himalayas are an absolutely safe, charming and, most importantly, affordable resort even for Russians with modest incomes.