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Posted by Jhon on October 12, 2021

 

Corbett National Park(Wildlife Sanctuary in India)

India is famous for its vast and varied terrain that is home to some unique flora and fauna species. It is indeed a haven for those who love nature and wildlife. Boasting of rich biodiversity and varied geographical features, this country is home to an incredible number of wildlife species. There is something here for every wildlife enthusiast and nature lover. As you travel across India, you will be struck by the incredible adaptations and variations in the flora and fauna.

India boasts of a large number of wildlife sanctuaries and these parks are home to some rare and exotic species of animals like the one-horned rhinoceros, royal Bengal tiger, snow leopard, Asiatic lion and many more.

Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand

The Corbett National Park leads the list as it is not only one of the oldest national parks in India, but has been named after jim Corbett the famous wildlife story writer. It was founded in 1936 with the aim of protecting the Bengal tigers. It is extremely popular with wildlife lovers and is located in the foothills of the Himalayas. The park attracts a large number of wildlife lovers from not just within India but also from across the world. Many documentaries have been shot here to raise awareness about the decreasing number of Bengal tigers.

Corbett National Park is among some of the most popular sanctuaries in India where you can witness tigers in their natural habitat.

This is the oldest national park of India, and also one of the most popular. It has many claims to fame, including being the site of the Project Tiger launch in 1973. Located in the foothills of the Himalayas in the northern state of Uttarakhand, Corbett is home to more than 200 Bengal tigers – the highest number of any tiger reserve in India. Corbett is also a great place for birding, with approximately 650 species of resident and migratory birds. It’s one of the only Indian national parks that allows overnight stays in the core zone.

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