Gulmarg : A tale to tell

A place, which is a pefect destination of tourism, specially for newly married couple. However, the way touring is increasing int he valley, it’s tough to imagine the situation of “Heaven on Earth”. Though, if you want to visit the place, which is gaining popularity like anything. Visit Gulamarg soon. There are few reasons for popularity of tourism in Gulamrg. One of them  is peaceful valley as well few super hit movies which had been shot in Gulmarg. The few names are as:

·         Aap ki kasam

·         Junglee (You remember the song “Yahoo- koi mujhe junglee kahe”)

·         Silsila

·         Kabhi Kabhi

·         Lamha

·         Lakshya

·         Lamhaa

·         Bhag milkha bhag

·         Rockstar

·         Student of the year

·         Jab tak hai jaan

·         Yeh jawaani hai deewani

·         Haider

·         Highway & list goes on...

 Anyway Jammu and Kashmir  is a dream place for Bollywood. Hundreds of movies have been shot in this region in past 6 decades. However, the terrorism, increasing in commercialisaton & other related activities are one the few obstraction towards the serenity of Gulamrg.

Nevertheless, the tourism has been blossom to the so called “Heaven on Earth” due to Bollywood’s exposure of untouched & virgin Gulamrg. Now, Gulmarg is a well known name in the world. Due to  the increase in tourism, the concern hospitality industry is roaring & the number of  hotel in Gulmarg has boomed too. That improved the all over condition of the valley.

Let’s go through the history of Gulmarg for our info. So that we can relate ourselves more with the city of heaven.

The Gulamarg was named as Gaurimarg, which is in honour of Hindu goddess Parvati. Who is wife of Lord Shiva &  mother of Lord Ganesh & Karthik. In 16^th century, the name had been changed to Gulamarg by Sultan Yusuf Shah in 16^th century. Even in 20^th century. The British govt servants used to visit this place to escape the summer from North India. Even they created the 3 golf courses includung one specifically for women as they love to play golf. One of the three gof course that had been established by brithish servants still survives & popular as its world’s highest golf course at 8690 ft high from sea level. Also, the British rulers established a ski club too. However post British rule, the valley had seen blood bath due to terrorism & related stuff.

Let’s have some info about present scenario of Gulmarg. As per census 2011, there were total 77 households consists the population of 1965 individuals. The worse part of the census is only 8 females & o children aged 0-8 were the part of 1965. However, the positive & the best part was their literacy that is 99.64% in 2011 census. This is super as against of 66.67% of state literacy ratio with 100% female literacy. Though, the number of females was not the huge as mentioned only 8.

Out of all the situation this place is an awesome destination for such persons who are looking for serenity & the local govt is working towards inspire the local authorities to encourage the tourism.