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The Great Himalayan National Park
General information
Total Area
845.70 sq. kms
Best time to visit
April-June and September-October
Accommodation
Hotels & Restaurants
Nearest Town
Kullu (30 km)
How to get there
Air - Bhuntar (50 km). Road via Aut (30 km short of Kullu).
Species found
tigers, elephants, sambar, bears, wild dogs, pea fowls and pythons.
The Great Himalayan National Park is thtet largest ptrotected 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 colourful 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.
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