ST MARYS CHURCH

This wondrous Victorian architecture stands tall with pride even after a century since it was instituted. The St. Mary’s Church in Gulmarg is located near the Golf course and makes for one of the top places to visit with our well-curated Kashmir packages. The beauty of the church is especially pronounced during the winter season with snow-laden parapets and stunning peace.

After over a hundred years since its construction, the St. Mary’s Church in Gulmarg continues to stand in all its Victorian glory and stately architecture. The appearance of the church comes across as more like a tiny little quaint countryside chapel rather than a church, which makes it all the more endearing and popular among visitors. The gray stone walls of the church with wooden roofs lends the structure a vintage look and contributes to much of its appeal.

This is one of the most peaceful places in Gulmarg with the famous Gulmarg Golf Course surrounding it on three sides and majestic mountains on the other. The backdrop comprises acres of verdant meadows, towering pine trees and mystical mountains, all of which together give the place a charm you cannot overlook.

The church was built in 1902 during the British regime, which explains the typical colonial style and architecture. It however, underwent a major renovation in 2003 when the façade was considerably upgraded. The string lights that keep the church illuminated at night time are almost like a beacon of hope that keeps the nearby places alive and away from all evil.

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Highlights

• St. Mary’s Church in Gulmarg was built during the British Raj in 1902 in typically Victorian architecture. It was renovated in 2002 when it’s façade received a major overhauling
• The church held its first Christmas mass in 14 years after the renovation, a few years ago
• The church does not hold regular masses now but is open for all to visit daily from 7am to 5pm. There are no fees for visiting here
• It is located very close to the famous Golf Course of Gulmarg and is surrounded by it on three sides
• Inside, the church is beautifully done with stained glass and wooden wall panels and frescoes depicting scenes from the Holy Bible