A historical marker telling the story of the Inclined Plane on Highland Park Drive in Aiken offers passersby a look at transportation technology from the 1830s.
Gulmarg, nestled in Kashmir's Pir Panjal range, has become a year-round tourist hotspot. Set at 8000+ feet above sea level, it boasts alpine peaks, meadows, and valleys. The unique margs on its slopes lack tree cover due to glacial origins. British visitors populariSed the area, making it a Raj-era retreat. Skiing gained traction in the 1960s, leading to its rise as a winter destination. The development focus has posed environmental concerns, with increased footfalls and the recent Forest Conservation Act amendment threatening its ecosystem.
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