| National Parks |
 |
| Gangotri National Park |
|
 |
The Gangotri National Park is nestled in the cozy dominion of Uttarakhand in India. The Gangotri National Park covers a luscious landscape that measures a mind-boggling 1553 square miles which is a momentous accomplishment in itself. The mammoth dimensions of the Gangotri National Park makes it the most sought-after abode of an entire caboodle of wild beasts. Since, the Gangotri National Park is so massive, the wild creatures do not face any sort of inconvenience regarding their respective territories.
|
|
|
The terrain of the Gangotri National Park of Uttarakhand is marked by the ominous presence of heavenly delectable coniferous trees that further augments the sheer brilliance of this national park. In fact the conifers vanquish a hefty stretch of the plot alloted to the Gangotri National Park. The crystal clarity of the placid glaciers gift a whole new dimension to the Gangotri National Park.
The view of the unadulterated snowy glaciers silhouetted against the luscious back drop of the opulent hay lands truly takes ones breath away in awe. In fact, the meadows constitute a healthy portion of the Gangotri National Park.
The prominent species of trees that are found in the Gangotri National Park in Uttarakhand are listed below:-
Chirpine ,
Deodhar ,
Fir ,
Spruce ,
Oak,
Rhododendron
The animals that demarcates the Gangotri National Park from rest of the national parks located across the country are mentioned below:-
Snow Leopard ,
Ibex ,
Thar ,
Himalayan Barbet ,
Tiger ,
Serow,
Pheasants,
Patridges,
Doves,
Pigeons,
Parakeet ,
Bulbul
The best time to visit the Gangotri National Park is from April through to the month of October.
|
| |
|
|
Govind National Park
|
|
 |
Established in 1955, Govind National Park in Uttaranchal India wraps the hills of Uttaranchal in velvet green forest carpets. Himalayan flora and fauna survive with regal panache amidst sparkling greens with snow-covered mountains in the backdrop. See enchanting wildlife and exotic avifauna on a Govind National Park wildlife tour.
Commonly sighted wild animals at Govind National Park Uttaranchal India include brown bears, snow leopards, serows, musk deer, Himalayan black bears and rare Himalayan wildlife.
|
|
More than 15 species of mammals flourish in the jungles of Govind National Park in Uttarkashi, Uttaranchal India. Around 150 bird species nest in the interiors of Govind National Park. Parakeets, minivets, cuckoos, pigeons, buntings, finches, tits and bulbils are commonly sighted on a wildlife tour to Govind National Park.
The perfect time to embark on wildlife tours to Govind National Park in Uttaranchal India is during the months of May and June, when you are most likely to sight Himalayan game and see wild flowers in bloom.
See birds like trogopans, monals, khaleej pheasants, chukhor etc.
Located at a distance of 200 kilometers from Dehradun Uttaranchal, Govind National Park is set on the upper catchment region of River Tons, which is a tributary of River Yamuna. |
| |
|
|
| Govind Wildlife Sanctuary |
|
 |
The Govind Wildlife Sanctuary, situated in the Uttarkashi district of Uttararanchal, was established on 1st March, 1955. It spreads over an area of 957.969 sq. kms. and the altitude varies from 1300 mts. to 6323 mts. The average annual precipitation varies from 1000 to 1500 mm., most of which occurs as monsoon rains (July to Sept.). The entire area of the sanctuary is subjected to light to heavy snowfall. The sanctuary forms the upper catchment of the Tons river, which is the most important tributory of River Yamuna in its upper reaches. Thus the area has a significant value as a major watershed for River Yamuna, which is a very important river for the Indo Gangetic plains. The area is home for a lot of endangered animals and its large area along with the contiguous forests of the neighbouring forest divisions helps in maintaining genetic diversity. |
|
The area is very rich in medicinal plants, many of which form the basis for certain life saving drugs. The scenic beauty of the area is unmatched. The Snow Leopard inhabits the inner Himalayas above the altitude of 3500 mts. With the onslaught on the habitat by man its number has dwindled considerably making it a highly endangered species. In the Eighth Plan, the Govt. of India launched the Snow Leopard Project for the long term conservation of this elusive cat. An expert team indentified sites throughout the Himalayas to implement this project and Govind Wildlife Sanctuary was indentified as one of such sites. To further improve the protection of this rare animal, the upper reaches (the Snow Leopard habitat) of the sanctuary were intentionally notified as a National Park, which covers an area of 472.08 sq. kms.
Approach and Location :
The Govind Wildlife Sanctuary is located between 35*55 and 31*17’30 latitude and 77*47’ 30 and 78*37’ 30 longitude in Purola tehsil of Uttarakashi district of Uttaranchal. Naitwar, the entrance and starting point of the sanctuary is approachable on a metalled all weather road. It is at a distance of 200 kms. From Dehradun. It can also be approached from Delhi by taking a 65 kms. long bifurcation from Naugaon situated on the Delhi Yamunotri state highway. Daily bus service exists between Dehradun and Naitwar.
Wildlife :
Over 15 species of mammals and 150 species of birds exists in the sanctuary. The important mammals are Snow leopard, Black bear, Brown bear, Musk deer, Bharal, Himalayan Thar, Serow and Common leopard.
The endangered birds found in the area are Monal pheasant, Koklas pheasant, Western Tragopan, Himalayan Snow cock, Golden eagle, Steppe eagle, Black eagle and Bearded vulture. Other important bird groups are pigeons, parakeets, cuckoos, owls, minivets, bulbuls, tits, warblers, thrushes, finches, buntings, etc.
|
| Back |
|
|
|
|
|
