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RAJASTHAN |
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Popularly
known as the desert state, Rajasthan has some excellent wildlife
retreats, including two of the finest tiger reserves of India, one
situated at Ranthambore and the second one is at Sariska. Beside the
tiger there's also a magnificent bird sanctuary at Bharatpur,
famously known as Keoladeo National Park. The biggest attraction of
this avian habitat is the yearly arrival of the Siberian Cranes, a
delight for bird watchers.
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Keoladeo
National Park, Bharatpur - Ranthambhor
Sanctuary - Sariska Wildlife
Sanctuary
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HIMACHAL
PRADESH |
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The
Highest and the youngest mountain of the ranges, the Himalayas of
the world invite you to check out some of the most spectacular
landscapes in the world. Here comes the high altitude National Parks
and Wildlife Sanctuaries. With diverse habitats and varied animal
life, is the largest protected area of Himachal Pradesh, the Great
Himalayan National Park, carved out of the splendid mountain terrain
of the Kullu district.
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The
Great Himalayan National Park - Pin
Valley National Park
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UTTARANCHAL |
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The
Terai region of the state of Uttaranchal has always known for the
wonderful wilderness that has been blessed on it by the Himalayas.
In here are also located two of the most protected wild habitats,
providing an unforgettable experience to wildlife lovers. First is
Corbett, the first Tiger Reserve of India, giving a rich diversity
to the natural environment and scenic beauty. Next comes another
Project Tiger establishment, Dudhwa National Park, with fine Sal
forests and extensive grasslands.
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Rajaji
National Park - Valley
of Flowers- Assan Barrage
Bird Sanctuary- Nanda
Devi Sanctaury
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HARYANA |
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Maybe
beside Bharatpur this sanctuary looks like a small nesting place for
birds, but still Sultanpur National Park is worth a visit for any
bird watcher. And you don't have to go all the a\way to Bharatpur to
watch the migratory Siberian Cranes; this park also provides a
winter refuge to hundreds of species of migratory birds.
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Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary
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ARUNACHAL
PRADESH |
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Want
to get an insight of the rich wilderness of eastern India, then
visit Namdapha National Park, tucked away in the northern most state
of Arunachal Pradesh. The inaccessibility of the greater part the
park has helped to keep the forests in their pristine state and
keeping intact the divers habitats as well as the flora and fauna
that are typical to this area.
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Namdapha
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ASSAM |
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In
the deep forests of the North- East, time stands perfectly still.
And in here lives the survivor of the prehistoric times, the one
horned Rhinoceros. In the state of Assam, their habitat is limited
to the two national parks - Kaziranga and Manas. At Kaziranga, the
open country makes wildlife viewing fairly easy, while Manas, a
known Tiger Reserve, is located in the remotest region of the
Himalayan foothills.
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Kaziranga
National Park - -
Manas Tiger Reserve |
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BIHAR |
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Lying
on the northern edge of the Chota Nagpur Plateau of Bihar is the
Palamau Tiger Reserve. If you like photography this tiger reserve
offers you tree top towers, watch towers and ground level hideouts
to get the best shot of the wilds among the wilds.
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The Palamau Tiger Reserve |
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ORISSA |
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Simplipal
National Park is one of the earliest wildlife habitats that was
taken under Project Tiger and is located in the forest belt of
northern Orissa. Formerly a favourite among the royals of Mayurbhanj
district, the park set in an expanse of the fine Sal forest. Tourist
can enjoy jeep safaris and explore the wild surroundings of
Simlipal.
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Nandan
Kanan - Chilka Lake, Puri
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WEST
BENGAL |
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With
the state of West Bengal is attached the name of Sunderbans, by
default. This mostly estuarine mangrove forest is the habitat of
nearly 200 Royal Bengal Tigers. Passing through the mangroves by
motor launch is quite an experience for the area is completely
unspoilt and quiet unique from the more conventional wildlife parks.
The park is also known for the conservation of the Ridley sea
turtle.
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Sunderbans,
Calcutta |
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KERALA |
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Set
in the high rangesPeriyar, best known for its wildlife is must see
for all the visitors to Kerala. One can view the animals in their
natural surroundings while cruising on the Periyar Lake. Observation
towers have also been set up about the reserve for the more
enthusiastic of nature watchers.
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Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary -
Eravikulam
National Park |
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GUJARAT |
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Even
if the Kachchh region of Gujarat is swarmed with the desertic
climate of the Thar Desert still there are some splendid wildlife
reserves situates in the same area, that have become this areas
extraordinary feature. The most known name in Gujarat's wild region
is Gir, the last and only habitat of Asiatic Lions.
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Gir
National Park and Sanctuary |
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MADHYA
PRADESH |
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Madhya
Pradesh State is blessed with the one of the most varied wildlife
habitats in the world and two most famous national parks cum
reserves of India, Bandhavgarh National Park & Kanha National
Park. There's another one Panna, maybe not as famous as the other
two, but still worth a visit for wildlife enthusiasts.
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Bandhavgarh
National Park - Kanha National
Park - Panna National Park |
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JAMMU
AND KASHMIR |
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Nature
has blessed the state of Jammu & Kashmir with endless natural
panorama and faunal residents. If you like to witness what its like
for the animals to spend each day at the high altitudes and in the
cold deserts, that remain covered with snow throughout the year,
then do visit the parks and sanctuaries of J&K. Of course the
visit to these regions is best during the summer seasons, but do not
forget to take a look at the unique topographical diversity on your
visit.
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Dachigam Wildlife
Sanctuary - Hemis
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