The National Park of Kaziranga is located in Assam. The national park today is one of the largest wild life sanctuaries in India. It exemplifies an exciting success story of conservation of endangered species and promoting eco-tourism.

A myth goes behind the name 'Kaziranga'. A young man 'Kazi' from the neighborhood area fell in love with a village belle 'Ranga', but their parents did not approve of the relation. They used to meet fleetingly within the forest. One day they eloped much to the anguish of their parents. But the forest where they used to meet came to be referred as 'Kaziranga' in their memory.

The national basks in the memory of Lady Curzon who had her influential hand behind the establishment of this reserve forest long back in 1904. Travel Kaziranga to experience the nature at its best. The mighty river Brahmaputra flows by the lush green dense jungle lending it a rare beauty. Muddy swamps and the shallow pools punctuate tall trees and rugged weeds that constitute the land. The nearby hill resort Darjeeling is more popular with the global tourists for all right reasons and most them often decide to give it a miss. This apparent neglect has rather been a boon for Kaziranga that enabled it to retain its unspoilt nature.

Pay a visit to Dr. Grahams Home, Thongsha Gumpha, Pedong Monastery as you travel to Kaziranga. There are many flower nurseries that dot over the townscape of Kaziranga. The extic varieties of Amaryllis, Lilies, Anthuriums, Roses, Gerbera, dahlias, gladiolas would capture your imagination as you travel to Kaziranga.

Reserve a day from your travel to Kaziranga to take an excursion to Lava or Lolay Gaon. A little away from the bustling town of Kaziranga, these are perfect retreat for the weary soul.

A travel to Kaziranga would take you the land of the one-horned rhinos. The place is ideal for viewing and photographing rhino and it is common to come across quite large groups grazing together. Apart from the rhinos, there are many other wild animals and birds in Kaziranga. Take an elephant safari in your travel to Kaziranga. As the Mahout guides the trained elephant deep inside the jungles, you may chance upon a variety of flora and fauna.

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