Spot the tiger as it suns itself in the Corbett National Park. It is here
that the 'Project Tiger' was launched to save India's dwindling tiger
population. Located in the foothills of the Himalayas, it offers an
excellent view of the different kinds of wildlife. Species found here
include elephant, the Himalayan black beer, varieties of lesser cats and
other animals.
Tigers are the prize attraction of the Ranthambore sanctuary that can be
spotted here in their natural habitat especially during the daytime. Spend
some time here watch wild boar, chinkaras, porcupine and even tigers at
their natural pursuits. The park also hosts a variety of birds that include
both seasonal and migratory birds. The deciduous forests, lake palaces,
chhatris and fort make it complete and unique sanctuary. The beauty of the
park is best enjoyed during October to June.
Welcome to the world of feathers where nearly 375 species of birds await
you with open arms. The birds include spanish sparrow, coot snipes, red
crested porhard, rosy pelican and flamingo. The prize attraction of the park
is the arrival of rare Siberian Crane besides a sizeable number of pythons,
spotted deer's, sambhars and other animals. Best time to visit the park is
between October to February when migratory birds arrive here.
Sariska is a unique sanctuary for a variety of reasons. The thickly
forested hill slopes of the park that host nilgai, chital, sambhar, jungle
cat and other animals give you a glimpse of the wild life. The special
attraction of the park is Hanuman languor. The temples, art pieces, the
ruins of Kankawar fort and other monuments spread across the forest will
take you to the ancient time. The park is best observed during winters that
extend from November to March.
The silence of the park only breaks when the rare golden langur roars. The
best-kept park in Assam is also a haven for the attractive red pandas and
other animals like elephant, sambhar, rhino, swamp deer and barking &
hog deer. The park echoes with the chirping of the birds like merganser,
brahmni ducks and a range of egrets. The beauty of the park is best enjoyed
during November to March.
Amidst the cool hills of the ghats in the east, nestles Thekkaday extending
over an area of 777 sq. km where you watch the fur fin and feather wild on
life while enjoying a cruise Periyar lake. The sanctuary was founded in 1934
by Shri Chithira Thirunal Maharaja of Former Travencor state is one of the
oldest in India. In 1978 it was declared a reserve under the successful
Project Tiger
The first national park of Nepal was set up in 1973. It encompasses an area
of 932 sq.km is the subtropical inner terai lowlands of South - Central
Nepal and it was known as a hunting reserve until 1950. It is considered
among the best wildlife parks in Asia. Chitwan is synonymous with tigers and
Rhinos. There are a total of 43 species of birds found here. Elephant rides
to view the wildlife are most popular. The boat trips in Chitwan along the
Rapti or Narayani rivers are the most peaceful way of experiencing the
wildlife and the surrounding scenery.
