Top 10 Wildlife Sanctuaries and National Parks in Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand is home to several wildlife sanctuaries and national parks that are popular among nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers. Here are the top 10 wildlife sanctuaries and national parks in Uttarakhand:

1. Jim Corbett National Park:

Located in the Nainital district, Jim Corbett National Park is one of the oldest national parks in India and is known for its Bengal tigers, Asiatic elephants, and other wildlife.

2. Rajaji National Park:

Located in the Haridwar district, Rajaji National Park is known for its elephants, tigers, leopards, and a variety of bird species.

3. Nanda Devi National Park:

Located in the Chamoli district, Nanda Devi National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is home to several endangered species such as the snow leopard and Himalayan musk deer.

4. Valley of Flowers National Park:

Located in the Chamoli district, Valley of Flowers National Park is known for its vibrant alpine flowers and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

5. Govind Pashu Vihar Wildlife Sanctuary:

Located in the Uttarkashi district, Govind Pashu Vihar Wildlife Sanctuary is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna including the Himalayan black bear, snow leopard, and musk deer.

6. Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary:

Located in the Almora district, Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary is home to several species of birds, deer, and Himalayan black bears.

7. Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary:

Located in the Rudraprayag district, Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary is known for its diverse flora and fauna including the Himalayan tahr, musk deer, and snow leopard.

8. Askot Wildlife Sanctuary:

Located in the Pithoragarh district, Askot Wildlife Sanctuary is home to several rare and endangered species including the Himalayan black bear, bharal, and snow leopard.

9. Sonanadi Wildlife Sanctuary:

Located in the Nainital district, Sonanadi Wildlife Sanctuary is known for its Bengal tigers, leopards, and elephants.

10. Dachigam Wildlife Sanctuary:

Located in the Uttarkashi district, Dachigam Wildlife Sanctuary is known for its Himalayan black bears, musk deer, and a variety of bird species.