The Corbett National Park located in the foothills of the Himalayas has a variety of flora and fauna. However the most famous tourist attraction in Corbett National Park is its population of tigers, leopards and elephants. The history of Corbett National Park reveals that it was once a popular hunting of the British and was named after the legendary Jim Corbett, the hunter -turned naturalist who contributed to the setting up of this park. Corbett National Park was the first national park to come under the Project tiger launched in Corbett Park in 1973 with the aid of world Wildlife Fund.
The Corbett National Park has a primeval beauty and the picturesque ambience accentuates it.
The tourist attractions in Corbett National Park are the flora and fauna in Corbett.The topography of Corbett National Park is varied with hilly and riverine areas, marshes, plateaus and ravines. Sal and sesham trees dominate the
Flora in Corbett National Park. The park houses about 50 mammal species, 580 bird species and 25 reptile species which make the
Fauna in Corbett National Park.
But the most amazing sights are the wildlife attraction in Corbett National Park. Corbett is a haven for Tigers, four kinds of Deer, Wild Boar and a few lesser-known animals.
Safaris and wildlife
viewing in Corbett National Park are major attraction for tourists. . Elephant rides are an experience although the elephants rarely venture into the deep jungles beyond the grasslands. Still you would be able to view chital, sambhar and various other deer species. Tiger sightings are few but you might be able to see fresh pugmarks. Jeep safari is the most convenient and fruitful way of traveling through Corbett National Park. Jeep safaris will be a delight for the wildlife enthusiast and photographer.
Excursions from Corbett can be made to Ramnagar, 50 kms from Corbett, which is also the administrative center for Corbett national park and Project tiger. Anglers can make a trip to Lohachur, 15 kms along the river Kosi where the lucky few might be able to hook the legendary mahaseer(a kind of carp).
It is easy to
reach Corbett. The most convenient mode would be to drive down to Corbett National Park. It takes about six hours from Delhi to cover the 295-km stretch through Gajraula, Moradabad, Kashipur and Ramnagar.There are regular buses too from Delhi and Lucknow to Ramnagar, the town nearest to Corbett National Park.
Hotels in Corbett, with their warm hospitality will make your stay in Corbett a memorable one. Hotels in Corbett also offer tour packages, which include bird watching, wildlife photography, safari trips, river rafting and a host of other adventure options.
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