Gulmarg's legendry beauty, its prime location and proximity to Srinagar makes it one of the premier hill resort of the country. The Meadow of flowers situated at a distance of 52kms from Srinagr 8622 feet (2652 meters) above the sea level is fringed by gigantic Fir and Pine forests with crisp mountain air and snow caped forests. Discovered by the romantic Kashmir King YUSUF SHAH CHAK in 16th centuary. The resort has seen many glorious days. Yusuf Shah used to camp in this flower meadow with his poetess Queen ITABBA KHATOON. He was followed by the Mughal King JEHANGIR, who with his Queen NOOR JEHAN patronized the place as a Camping spot. In the late years it became one of the most famous summer and winter haunts of British Army officers and beginning of the past centaury saw it developed into a famous International spot.       © 2009 Hill Top Hotel. All Rights Reserved.