Monday, May 2, 2011

One Horned Rhinos at Kaziranga National Park

The nitty-gritty about Kaziranga National Park is incomplete without highlighting the population of One-horned Rhinoceros. It is one such wild jungle in the world, which boast of the conservation of this endangered species. The park is situated partly in Golaghat and Nagaon district of Assam. The mighty Brahmaputra flows to the north, while the mesmerizing Karbi Anglong Hills shades the park to the south.

Tourist hot favorite jungle was declared as wildlife sanctuary in 1940 an later in 1968 it has been designated as national park. After witnessing the deep conservation system by UNESCO in 1985, Kaziranga received the tag of World Heritage Site. Most recently, in the month of July' 2009, the park has been nominated in the game of seven natural wonders of the world and has came into spotlight by different means of media.

Kaziranga National Park covers an area of about 430 sq.km and is home to world largest Great Indian One Horned Rhinoceros, numbering around 1500. Besides, jungle travelers can encounter swamp buffaloes, elephants and other beasts. It has been learnt of, that as many as 450 species of bird find shelter in the tall trees and branches. Therefore, nature lovers can feast their eyes and ears with coos of birds.

Best time to visit Kaziranga National Park, Assam

Kaziranga National Park remains open from November to early April. The comfortable season are great to hang around the jungle. One horned rhino is best seen during the morning hours and as such visitors can explore the jungle by means of jeep safari and elephant rides. The park authorities in Kohora facilitates travelers with all possible way to have a glimpse of wilderness in Assam.

Staying options in Kaziranga

Wildlife enthusiasts can find staying options in Forest rest houses, lodges and hotels at Kohora and Baguri. National Highway 37 passes across the national park and visitors can easily trace the right location to the jungle and accommodation, as well.

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