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The Maharani Temple, also known as Mohineshwar Shivalaya, crowns a small hill above Gulmarg and is visible across much of the meadow. Commissioned in the early twentieth century during the era of Kashmir's Dogra royalty, this Shiva temple is one of Gulmarg's most recognisable landmarks. A short climb rewards you with sweeping views over the golf greens, the meadow and the encircling peaks. Its bright form standing above the bowl of Gulmarg makes it a favourite for photographs, a quiet darshan and a gentle bit of exercise on an otherwise easy holiday.
Best time to visit: April to June and September to October are ideal, with pleasant weather and clear views from the hilltop. In winter, December to February, the surroundings turn snowy and beautiful, though the climb can be slippery, so tread carefully.
How to reach: The temple stands on a hillock within Gulmarg, reached by a short uphill walk from the meadow near the main area. Gulmarg is about 50 to 55 km from Srinagar, roughly a 2 to 2.5 hour drive via Tangmarg, with taxis available from Srinagar and Tangmarg.
The temple sits on a hillock in the middle of the Gulmarg bowl, a 10 to 15 minute walk from the main meadow road. Steps and a path lead to the top. Shoes come off at the entrance; dress modestly. Morning and late afternoon light is best for photos of the temple against the peaks.
| Stop | Time needed |
|---|---|
| Gondola Phase 1 (and Phase 2 if open) | 2 to 4 hours |
| Maharani Temple | 30 to 45 minutes |
| St Mary’s Church | 15 to 30 minutes |
| Golf course walk | 30 minutes |
See the Gulmarg travel guide and the Gulmarg Tour Package.
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| What | Detail |
|---|---|
| Time needed | 30 to 45 minutes |
| Access | 10 to 15 minute walk up the hillock; steps in places |
| Etiquette | Remove shoes at the entrance, dress modestly |
| Winter | Paths icy; boots with grip |
| Also known as | Mohineshwar Shivalaya |
|---|---|
| Location | On a small hill above the Gulmarg meadow |
| Built | Early twentieth century, in the Dogra era |
| Known for | A Shiva temple with wide views over the meadow, golf course and peaks |
| Ideal stay | 30 to 45 minutes |
| Plan with Happy Jacks | Included in a Gulmarg sightseeing day |
It is a Shiva temple, also called Mohineshwar Shivalaya, built in the early twentieth century in the Dogra era on a small hill above Gulmarg.
A short climb on a hill path leads to the temple, and it is visible across much of the Gulmarg meadow.
Sweeping views over the Gulmarg meadow, the golf course and the surrounding peaks.
Dress modestly and be ready to remove your shoes at the entrance, as at any temple.
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