General knowledge questions/answers about Gulmarg in Kashmir for competitive examinations.
1.What does ‘Gulmarg’ mean, in Persian?.
Ans. Meadow of Flowers.
2.Which famous; Indian UT, is Gulmarg located in?
Ans. Jammu and Kashmir UT of India.
3.What is the approximate altitude of Gulmarg?
Ans. Around 2,650 meters; (8,694 feet), above sea level.
4.What is the major attraction, for tourists visiting Gulmarg, especially in winter?
Ans. Skiing and snowboarding.
5.Which famous Bollywood movie, was shot in Gulmarg?
Ans. “Jab Tak Hai Jaan”
6.What is the name, of the highest golf course, in the world, located in Gulmarg?
Ans. The Gulmarg Golf Course.
7.What is the name ,of the popular trekking route ,starting from Gulmarg?.
Ans. the Gulmarg-Khilanmarg trek..
8.Which is the nearest ,Airport to Gulmarg?
Ans. Srinagar International Airport..
9.What is the best time, of the year, to visit Gulmarg?
Ans. summer months,( May to September).
10.What is the traditional Kashmiri dish; that tourists often try, in Gulmarg?
Ans. Kashmiri Wazwan-
11.Which river originates, from the melting snow, in Gulmarg?
Ans. Jhelum River.
12.What is the name, of the famous cable car ride, in Gulmarg?
Ans. Gulmarg Gondola.
13.How many phases, does the Gulmarg Gondola have, and what are their respective altitudes?.
Ans. Two phases:(Phase 1 goes up to Kongdoori at an altitude of around 2,600 meters (8,530 feet), and (Phase 2 goes up to Apharwat Peak at an altitude of around 3,979 meters (13,054 feet)..
14.Which endangered animal species, can be found ,in the surrounding forests, of Gulmarg?
Ans.Hangul, (also known as the Kashmir stag.
15.What is the name, of the frozen lake, near Gulmarg, that is popular for ice-skating, and other winter sports?
Ans. Alpather Lake.
16.Which famous saint, is associated, with the Shrine of Baba Reshi, in Gulmarg?
Ans. The famous Sufi saint Baba Reshi.(Baba Payaam Din Reshi )
17.What is the name, of the annual winter sports festival, held in Gulmarg?.
Ans. Gulmarg Snow Festival..
18.Which European country’s ski instructors, often visit Gulmarg to train local instructors ,and promote skiing?,
Ans. French ski instructors..
19.What is the name, of the historic hotel, in Gulmarg ,that was built, during the British era?
Ans. The Grand Hotel..
20.Which famous trekking route ,connects Gulmarg, with Pahalgam?
Ans.Gulmarg-Pahalgam trek,( also known as the Kashmir Great Lakes trek).
21.What is the traditional Kashmiri craft, that visitors ,can witness being made, in Gulmarg’s local markets?
Ans. Pashmina shawls, carpets, and other handicrafts like Papermachi.
22.Which winter sport competition, was Gulmarg chosen, as the host for in 2022?
Ans. International Ski Federation (FIS) Freestyle Ski, and Snowboard World Cup in 2022..
23.What is the name, of the historic mosque, located in Gulmarg’s main market area,?
Ans. Baba Reshi Mosque.
24.Which popular Bollywood song, featuring Shammi Kapoor ,was shot, in Gulmarg?
Ans. Gulmarg Aaya Hai..
25.What is the traditional Kashmiri drink, served to guests, in Gulmarg households?.
Ans. Kahwa ( green tea flavored with cardamom and saffron.
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