Alpather Lake in Gulmarg lies at 4,390m above sea level on the foothills of the Apharwat Peak. It’s a small, pretty lake surrounded by mighty mountains, pleasant meadows and gorgeous flowers during the summer. It freezes over from November to mid-June, hence its nickname of “Frozen Lake.” It comes as no surprise then that ice skating is a popular activity during this time.
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OT Travel Itinerary: All You Need To Know Before Visiting Alpather Lake
This picturesque lake in Gulmarg is nestled among mountains, meadows and valleys which come alive during the summer
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Alpather Lake starts to melt in April
Photo: Sahid Vaidya/Wikimedia Commons
Alpather Lake starts to melt in April
Photo: Sahid Vaidya/Wikimedia Commons
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