If you wish to be surrounded by nature and escape from the honking city buzz then Jim Corbett National Park has the key to unlock your wishes. This famous wildlife holiday hotspot in Uttarakhand is a gem for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. Surrounded by jaded greens and grasslands, this wildlife sanctuary is blessed with varieties of flora and fauna. This park is located in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand and it is the First Tiger Reserve in India. Something most people would not know is that during the year 1936 Corbett National Park was formally known as Hailey National Park.
Ever since the park has increased its geographical radius, it has become home to a plethora of wildlife species out which some are even endangered. Covering an area of 520 square kilometers this wildlife sanctuary & tiger reserve is home to 488 different species of plants and 600 species of birds, leaving aside several species of mammals and reptiles. Thus, this makes Corbett Wildlife Sanctuary one of the most visited national parks in the country.
History
Established in 1936, Corbett Wildlife Preserve is one of India's oldest national park. This park was originally known as Hailey National Park to protect the endangered Bengal tiger. Over the years, the park has gone through several name changes like in 1954-54 it was renamed as Ramganga National Park. and then again renamed as Corbett National Park in 1955-56. The park also takes pride in being one of the thirteen protected areas covered by the World Wide Fund For Nature. Jim Corbett National Park is one the most popular tourist spots in Uttarakhand located Nainital District, Ramnagar, Uttarakhand. When it comes to seeing the wildlife species then nothing can beat the Corbett National Park. A large number of tourists came to visit this park just to see the hidden treasure of nature. This remarkable place is covered with both flora and fauna with an area of 1318.54 sq km.
Visiting Time
Jim Corbett National Park is best visited during the months of October to March. During this season, the day is quite pleasant giving a great sight of the birds and animals. However, for tiger sighting, May is considered an ideal season since most of the animals frequently visit the water holes.
Top places to see nearby
If at all you get the opportunity to take your eyes off the rich flora and fauna of Corbett Wildlife Sanctuary, there is a whole lot awaiting to be explored around this mesmerizing wildlife destination. The vicinity of Corbett is replete with attractions like a beautiful river, Kosi; the majestic and sacred temple of Garjia; the informative Corbett Museum; the spectacular Corbett Falls and stunning Sunset Point.
Do's and Dont's
Every national park has certain practical 'rules', however formal or informal. Corbett National Park is no different. If planning a visit for the first time, it would be a good idea to become familiar with the general dos and don'ts so as to maintain its sanity and beauty. So here are some of the tips that every tourist must follow.
Do's
- Do take the proper permits from the office before entering the Corbett National Park
- Appoint a guide at the time of entering the forest as they will take you to all the places where you can see animals. Also, make sure that you follow the right trails, and don't get lost in the park.
- Keep a safe distance from the animals
- Wear less bright clothes as it may distract the animals
Dont's
- When on a safari tour, don't carry luggage, baggage, and any non-biodegradable products like plastic, bottle, metal foils, tin can, etc.
- Don't listen to music inside the park. The quieter you are, the more is the possibility of you watching the wildlife.
- Don't insist on your drive on taking you to some of the track trails as this may hamper the daily activities of animals and the growth of the trees.
- Don't carry any gun or pistol in the park
- While on a safari tour, don't get down from your vehicle
- Consumption of non-vegetarian food and alcohol is strictly not allowed inside the park
- Do not smoke
- Don't use flashlights when clicking animals as animal eyes are very sensitive
- Do not litter inside the park
- During winters carry sufficient warm clothes as the temperature in the evening and early morning may drop below freezing.
- Do not feed animals
Key Highlight
The main highlight of the Jim Corbett National Park is that you can see different types of animals at any time in the middle of the jungle. Seeing the tigers crossing the road cannot be less than horror but the fact is that it is a memorable place. From little green-bee eaters to tigers all animals can be found here. This covers around 488 different species of flora and fauna.
If you are the person who is planning to visit Jim Corbett Park, then trust me investing money to visit this place is damn worth it!
Don't harm animals, Be safe
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