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India

Skiing in India??!! Most people think of India as a hot, dusty and crowded country, where skiing would only be possible in an indoor stadium. However up in the Himalayas near the border of Pakistan, there is plenty of snow. Forget Niseko in Japan, Gulmarg in India is the new "IT" place to ski!

Gulmarg is a no-frills "resort" that provides a huge playground for untouched powder skiing, with challenging terrain and no crowds. India is a great ski holiday destination because it offers the interesting cultural experience in conjunction with an awesome skiing and snowboarding adventure.

See our section on Gulmarg, for more information on skiing in India and travel tips.