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Amid Heatwave In India, Huge Rush Of Tourists Seen In Kashmir

A vendor sells snacks as a large number of tourists gather at the Gondola cable car station in Gulmarg, Jammu and Kashmir, India, on May 16, 2026. As India experiences an intense heatwave, Kashmir provides a cooler alternative. Thousands of tourists from across the country visit Gulmarg, where temperatures are more comfortable. The meadows and gondola rides are crowded as visitors seek relief from the heat. Pahalgam is also experiencing high visitor numbers, contributing to a strong start for Kashmir's tourism this summer. (Photo by Nasir Kachroo/NurPhoto)