The journey is definitely much more cherishable and even more beautiful than the destination. Don’t believe us? Well, how about going on a cable car ride in a mountainous region? Enjoy the bird’s eye view of mountain ridges, deep valleys, lush greenery and clouds that you could almost touch. That’s the utter magic of travelling by a ropeway that’s undoubtedly one of the best ways to travel and even explore a destination. So, here are 5 of the best mountain ropeways in India that offer panoramic views.
1. Auli Ropeway In Uttarakhand
Auli ropeway in Uttarakhand is India’s longest cable car and Asa’s second-longest ropeway, covering a distance of 4 km in just 20 minutes. Running from Joshimath to Auli, the ropeway offers visitors majestic views of the Himalayas and Nanda Devi snow peaks. Witness the aerial view of the snow-capped mountains, stunning valleys and greenery that goes beyond imagination. In fact, a trip to Auli would mean a mandatory cable car ride from Joshimath.
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2. Skyview Patnitop In Jammu & Kashmir
The next most beautiful mountain ropeway in India has got to be the Gondola Ride at Skyview Patnitop. This is one of the highest ropeways in India, perched at a height of 65 metres. Travel from Sanget to Patnitop in just 12 minutes. A gondola that traverses through tall trees and snow-capped mountains. Go for the Skyview Patnitop Ride during the winter season and witness the season’s first snowfall in all its glory.
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3. Gangtok Ropeway In Sikkim
Sikkim home to some of the best tea estates in the country also houses the Gangtok Ropeway that promises gorgeous views of Mt Kanchenjunga and the surrounding valleys. A major tourist attraction in Sikkim, this mountain ropeway commences from Deorali market, stopping at two places-Namnang and finally at Tashiling. Perched at a height of 3500m, the Gangtok Ropeway is a 15 to 20 minutes ride, with the green valley, majestic mountains and tea estate views.
4. Gulmarg Ropeway In Jammu & Kashmir
Another stunning mountain ropeway in Jammu & Kashmir is the Gulmarg Gondola. Connecting Gulmarg resort to Kongdori station, this cable car ferries visitors across the imposing Aparwath Peak. It carries 6 people at a time, ferrying them to Kungdori valley in the first stage and Aparwath peak in the second stage. Enjoy panaromic views of snow-clad mountains as you travel a distance of 2.5 km. A sight to behold, this is certainly a must in your things-to-do list in Gulmarg.
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5. Darjeeling Ropeway In West Bengal
Darjeeling Ropeway or Rangeet Valley Cable Car takes passengers on a joy ride from Singamari to Singla Bazaar. The popular tourist attraction in Darjeeling was initially established with just one cable car in 1968. Today, there are around 16 cable cars here for eager travel enthusiasts. Travel at a height of 7000 feet in these cable cars that promise you a birds-eye view of mountain ridges, flowing rivers, tea gardens and gushing waterfalls.
So, these are some of the most beautiful mountain ropeways in India, that must certainly be part of your wishlist.