Gulmarg, known as Gulmarag in Kashmiri, is a town, hill station, popular skiing destination, and notified area committee in the Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir, India. It is located at a distance of 31 km from Baramulla and 49 km from Srinagar.Developed in an area of 180 sq. kms, the reserve is home to endangered and protected species of fauna, flora and avifauna.Considered as one of Asia’s longest and highest cable car ride, this entire ride comprises of two stages-Gulmarg to Kongdoori, and Kongdoori to Apharwat Peak.The picturesque water body is 13 kms from Gulmarg, on the foothills of the Apharwat Peaks. It is embraced by rocky-mountains and endless meadows that are covered with wildflowers.