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Gulmarg Biosphere Reserve

Location 48km. from Srinagar
Attractions Himalayan Musk Deer, Red Fox, Black & Brown Bear
Best Season For bird viewing March-May
For animal viewing September-March
Area 180 sq km.


Gulmarg Biosphere Reserve 48 km from Srinagar, the reserve has an area of 180 sq km, and an altitudinal range of 2,400 - 4,300 meters above sea level. Fauna includes Himalayan musk deer, red fox, brown and black bear. among avifauna are upland birds, both resident and migratory. The best time for animal viewing is September to March and for bird viewing March to May.

Note: When in a sanctuary or national park it is important to dress in camouflage colors (khaki, green etc). Do not make undue noise and avoid littering the forest floors with paper, tins and food leftovers. While photographing take due caution not to disturb the birds and animals.


J&K Tourist Offices at:
New Delhi Tel: 345373 Telex: 031-61854 JKT.IN
Bombay Tel: 216249 Telex: 011-3323 APPLE.IN
Ahmedabad Tel: 20473 Telex: 012-656 APPLE IN
Calcutta Tel: 205790 Telex: 021-2458
Hyderabad Tel: 63276  
Jammu Tawi Tel: 48172. 49527 Telex: 0377-228 TSM-IM
Madras   Tel: 562355

The Director of Tourism J&K Government, Srinagar
Tel: 72449, 73648, 77224
After Office Hours: 77303, 77305
Grams: JAKTOURISM
Telex: 0375-207 TSM.IN
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