The Khyber Himalayan Resort & Spa, Gulmarg

THE MOST PICTURESQUE setting for an intimate wedding in the mountains, this resort is a jewel in Kashmir. For, at the Khyber, you’re surrounded by unspoilt beauty, with the majestic Pir Panjal Mountain ranges in the backdrop. Add to that, Gulmarg’s exceptional landscapes that transition from pristine white snow in winter to lush green meadows dotted with flowers during spring. Whatever the season, you’re sure to be mesmerised by the array of experiences on offer. Spread over seven acres and surrounded by coniferous forests, the resort makes for an extraordinary setting for your once-in-a-lifetime celebration, with its bespoke event and banquet spaces. From the Paradeez gardens with the lofty Himalayan peaks framing the backdrop, that’s apt for a day-time affair or evening do, to warm indoor spaces that include a picturesque tea lounge, there’s plenty on offer at the Khyber.

The 85-room resort features a mix of chaletstyled accommodation and plush rooms, with a facade clad in locally-sourced pine and slate, and is also home to local artwork sprinkled across the property. The pièce de résistance, however, is the hotel’s heated indoor swimming pool, overlooking a forested landscape. It’s definitely photo-worthy for capturing wedding memories, besides the lavish feast for guests, be it a traditional Kashmiri wazwan or favourites curated from around the world. khyberhotels.com