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10 Wildlife Sanctuaries In India You Should Visit Right Away

6. Namdapha National Park

Located in the state of Arunachal Pradesh, this is the third largest national park in India. This park is a hotspot of biodiversity. You can spot snow leopards, common leopards, tigers and red foxes here. Additionally, it has about 425 species of birds including five species of hornbills. The best time to visit this park is from October to March.

7. Balpakram National Park

If you want to enjoy wildlife with a little bit of culture thrown in, this is the national park for you. Balpakram is situated in Meghalaya, near the Garo hills. It is also referred to as the Abode of Perpetual Winds or the Land of Spirits. According to a Garo myth, this park is the land of eternal death. It is rich in biodiversity and is home to barking deer and the golden cat. Canyon is yet another attraction of this national park. The best time to visit this place is from October to March.

8. Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary

This sanctuary is situated in Karnataka. It is an ideal vacation spot for tourists. The sanctuary is located by the river surrounded by deciduous forests and diverse variety of animals and birds. One can spot wild pigs, sloth bears, panthers and other fascinating species. There are about 200 species of birds in this forest. The best time to visit this place is from November to June.

9. Khangchendzonga National Park

This is located in Sikkim and gets its name from the mountain Kanchenjunga, the third largest peak in the world. This park is full of glaciers and one can spot animals like musk deer, snow leopard and Himalayan Tahr. About 550 species of birds can be spotted in this park, but sadly, you need a permit to visit. The best time to visit is from March to May.

10. Kaziranga National Park

This is situated in Assam and is a world heritage site. This park is home to two-thirds of the world’s one-horned rhinoceroses. Apart from animals, you can spot a variety of birds here including scavengers, water birds, predators and game birds. In fact, Kaziranga’s rivers are also home to an endangered species of dolphin. You can explore this forest in a jeep or opt for an elephant tour. The best time to visit this park is from November to April.




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