Great Himalayan National Park, Himachal Pradesh
The Great Himalayan National Park is recognised as a world heritage site by UNESCO as it protects 31 species of mammals, 209 birds, 125 insects, 12 reptiles and 9 amphibians. The diversity of the park is what makes it unique in all senses. Apart from being the home of many Himalayan species of flora and fauna, the wildlife reserve is a shelter of snow leopards that are believed to inhabit the highest area of the park above the tree-line. As we have already mentioned that this endangered species prefers steep, rugged terrains with rocky outcrops and ravines along with isolation, thus the upper part of the national park makes an ideal destination for them to live.
Best season for sighting: Winter (October to December)
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How to Reach?
Great Himalayan National Park (GHNP) is located in Shamshi, Himachal Pradesh. The most reliable way to reach GHNP is to take a bus from New Delhi to Aut, which is two hours before Manali. From Aut, you have to hire a cab or taxi to Banjar/Gushaini or Sainj/Niharni with respect to your plan. However, the nearest airport to the park is in Bhuntar, Kullu and the nearest railway station is Joginder Nagar in Mandi.