Gulmarg Gondola Resumes Services After 1 Month

Great news for travelers! Kashmir's world-famous cable car service has officially resumed operations from today.

Why Services Were Stopped

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Fully Inspected & Certified

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Timings, Tickets & On-Spot Booking

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Phase 1 vs Phase 2

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Plan Smart — Tips Before You Go

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