Kashmir Travel Blog

Gulmarg in January: the coldest, snowiest month. Temperatures, snow, skiing, Gondola closures in wind, road chains, what to wear and how to plan.

Gulmarg in December: how reliable the snow is, temperatures, the start of ski season, Christmas and New Year crowds and prices, and how early to book.

Gulmarg in November: chance of first snow, day and night temperatures, Gondola, crowds and prices, what to pack, and how to plan a flexible snow day.

When does it snow in Gulmarg? First snowfall dates, snow by month from November to March, how deep it gets, how to check today’s snow and road status.

Quick Answer: The best winter photography in Kashmir is at sunrise and late afternoon, with mist on Dal Lake, snow laden pines in Gulmarg and quiet snowy lanes in Pahalgam. Overexpose snow slightly so it stays white, keep spare batteries in an inside pocket, let cold gear warm slowly before bringing it indoors and check […]

Quick Answer: A Kashmir winter trip works well for families when it is slow and warm. Choose 5 to 7 days, stay in heated rooms, keep outdoor time between mid morning and mid afternoon, layer children in thermals and waterproofs and add a rest day. Gulmarg for snow play, Srinagar for culture and Pahalgam for […]

Quick Answer: Doodhpathri and Yusmarg are the closest snow day trips from Srinagar, each about 40 to 50 km away and around two hours by road, and both are quiet, snowy meadows in winter. Road access depends on snowfall and clearing, facilities are basic and sledging is informal, so go with an experienced local driver, […]

Quick Answer: Chillai Kalan is the 40 day coldest period of the Kashmir winter, running from 21 December to 29 January. It is followed by Chillai Khurd (30 January to 18 February) and Chillai Bacha (19 February to 28 February). Expect the heaviest snow and the lowest temperatures, with Gulmarg and Pahalgam at their whitest, […]

Quick Answer: Kashmir winter food is built around warmth: harissa, a slow cooked meat and rice dish eaten at breakfast, nadru yakhni made with lotus stem, hakh greens, wazwan, noon chai and saffron kahwa. Locals also stay warm with a pheran, a long woollen cloak, and a kangri, a small clay pot of charcoal in […]

Quick Answer: Winter travel to Kashmir is safe and popular when you plan for weather. Srinagar airport runs through the season but snow or fog can delay flights, the Jammu to Srinagar highway can close for hours or a day in heavy snow or landslides, and the roads to Gulmarg and Pahalgam are usually cleared […]