5 Best Ropeway Rides In India With Spectacular Views

India, with its majestic mountains and lush valleys, offers a plethora of ropeway rides that provide a unique and thrilling way to experience breathtaking views. From the beautiful Gulmarg Gondola to the captivating Darjeeling Ropeway, here are the five best ropeway rides in India with spectacular views.

5 Best Ropeway Rides In India With Spectacular Views

If you're an adventure seeker or a nature lover, here are five of the best ropeway rides in India with spectacular views you must experience.

1. Gulmarg Gondola, Jammu & Kashmir

Gulmarg Gondola is a two-stage ropeway from Gulmarg to a nameless notch in the mountain; it consists of 2 different stages, which offer like nowhere else an alpine experience without any need for climbing. The first leg is a ride down from the base in Gulmarg, then up Kongdoori station, sailing over wide meadows as well as tall pine trees.

2. Auli Ropeway, Uttarakhand

This ropeway is one of the longest in Asia, spanning roughly 4 km. The 20-25 minute ride offers a stunning panoramic view of the Garhwal Himalayas, including famous peaks like Nanda Devi, Mana Parvat, and Trishul.

3. Darjeeling Ropeway, West Bengal

The Darjeeling Ropeway takes you on a captivating journey over Darjeeling's famous tea gardens. The ride offers breathtaking views of the lush green valleys, dense forests, and the meandering Rangeet River.

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4. Raigad Ropeway, Maharashtra

The Raigad Ropeway provides a majestic ride up to the historic Raigad Fort, the capital of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's Maratha Empire. The journey itself offers a magnificent view of the fort's imposing structure and the expansive, rugged landscape below.

5. Gangtok Ropeway, Sikkim

The Gangtok Ropeway is a must-do. This short but scenic ride crosses the city, offering panoramic views of the bustling Gangtok market, the surrounding hills, and on a clear day, the snow-capped peaks of the Kanchenjunga range in the distance.

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