The Great Himalayan National Park
General Information | ||
Total Area | 845.70 sq. km. |
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Best time to visit | April - June and
September - October. |
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Accommodation | Hotel & Restaurants. | |
Nearest Town | Kullu (30) km. | |
How to get there | Air: Bhunter (50 km), Road:(30 km). | |
Species found | Tiger, Elephant, Sambar, Bears, Wild dog, Pea fowls and Pythons. |
The Great
Himalayan National Park is the largest protected area in Himachal
Pradesh. The park is carved out of the splendid mountain terrain of
the Kullu district. Rich coniferous forests, alpine meadows carpeted
with flowers, snow - capped peaks and glaciers provide a
breathtaking panorama.
The secluded Sainj and Tirthan valleys harbour a variety of animal
common to this area - wild mountain goats like the bharal, goral and
serow, the brown bear and predators like the leopard and the rarely
seen snow leopard. Varieties of colorful pheasants monal, khalij
cheer, tragopan and other Himalayan birds are part of its ric havian
poplation. Trekking through the park to Rakte sir, the origin of the
Sainj river, brings in the added pleasure of seeing wildlife in this
spectacular natural environment
The largest protected area in the state of Himachal Pradesh, the
Park nestles within the folds of the amazing Kullu terrain. Lush
coniferous forests, emerald meadows strewn with exotic flora,
soaring snowy peaks and pristine glaciers make for an ideal
Himalayan retreat.
The secluded Sainj and Tirthan valleys are home to a plethora of
fauna - wild mountain goats like the bharal, goral and serow, the
brown bear and predators like the leopard and the elusive snow
leopard. Different varieties of pheasants - monal, khalij cheer,
tragopan and other exotic Himalayan birds can be found in the
region. An added thrill is the trek to Rakte Sar, the origin of the
Sainj river.