KANHA NATIONAL PARK

Kanha National Park, which is commonly famous by the name of Kanha Tiger Reserve is one of the largest and the most important national parks…

KANHA NATIONAL PARK

Kanha National Park, which is commonly famous by the name of Kanha Tiger Reserve is one of the largest and the most important national parks…

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Travel has the power to bring out the best version of you and changing the couch into a space loaded with mighty and ace nature is a different reward in the experience. Kanha National Park is a perfect answer to have the same aura. Among the top Indian wildlife destinations for Tiger Safari. Located in Maharashtra, India, The long-established national park is celebrated for its dense woodlands, diverse flora & Royal Bengal tiger reserve.Kanha National Park, which is commonly famous by the name of Kanha Tiger Reserve is one of the largest and the most important national parks in the state of Madhya Pradesh in the heart of India.

This famous national park was created on 1st June 1955 and in 1973, it was declared as Kanha Tiger Reserve. Presently it stretches over the two districts of Madhya Pradesh, Mandla and Balaghat and has occupied an area of about 940 km2. The area of Kanha is divided into two important sanctuaries, Banjar and Hallon. It is a beautiful national park nestled in the Maikal Range of Satpura. This is not only the biggest reserves of state but it is one of the biggest reserves of India. People visit this national park with the feeling as the dwell of the majestic Royal Bengal Tiger. The lovely land of Kanha is encircled by mesmerizing greenery, stunning streams and beautiful meadows. It is a unique place for wild life lovers as well as nature lovers. The most interesting feature of this region is its topography. The horseshoe shape of the valley is most interesting and attractive. The entire area of the park is surrounded beautifully by the spurs of the Mekal. Along the edges, the steep rocky escarpmentsoffer the breathtaking view of the valley.

Tourist Attraction in Kanha National Park

Kanha Museum

Kanha Museum is one of the most important attractions in Kanha National Park for the tourists. The museum is controlled by the authority of Forest Department and it is one of the best places to get some important information about the topography and other interesting aspects of the Kanha National Park. Evening sound show in the museum is one of the biggest attractions for the tourists.

Kanha Mandla

It is at a distance of 35 kms from Kanha National Park. This place is well known for sacred temples and sky-high forts. This destination is one of major attraction for the tourist who are nature lovers. This place serves its tourists with dazzling views of RaptaGhat and RangrezGhat. Tourists will love to watch the fort encircled by river Sahastradhara, the catchment area of River Narmada and its tributaries.

Kanha Kawardha Palace

It is located at a distance of about 91 kms from Kanha National Park. This palace is in Raipur in Chattisgarh where tourists enjoys the royal ambience. This palace is made up of stone and Italian marble and sprawled over an 11-acre of lush green territory. Here tourists enjoy the panoramic views of Maikal Hill Range, if your pocket allows then enjoy your stay in this royal residence which has been converted into a heritage hotel.

Kanha National Park - Wildlife Attractions

The main attractions of Kanha are Bison, Tiger, Gaur, Chital, barking dear, Barasingha, Black bug, Black deer, Nilgai, Chousingha, Sloth bear, Mouse deer, Porcupine, Jackal fox, Jungle cat, Peafowl, Mython, Monkey, Hare, Tiger, Mongoose, Leopard and many others. Here you can enjoy spotting of birds of different species like Teals, Storks, Egrets, Pond herons, Peacock, Jungle fowl, Pea fowl, Patridges, Spur fowl, Rock pigeons, Green pigeons, Papihas, Cuckoos, Bee-eater, Rollers, Hoopoes, Warblers, Drongos, Woodpeckers, Kingfishers, Orioles, Finches, Fly catchers and Owl. If we talk about one animal species for which Kanha is well known, then it is Barasingha or the Swamp Deer. Here you will get the opportunity to spot some unique species of Barasingha. Here you will find some hard ground variety of Barasingha populating in the large open tract of grass amidst the dense forest of bamboo and teak. Though the species of barasingha was about extinction about twenty years ago but the desperate measures of the forest department has saved the species of Barasingha and again you can feel that the Kanha bugles by the rutting calls of Barasingha. Especially during the winter season, the open meadows in kanha usually gets teeming with Barasinghas and you can spot plenty of Tigers around the fringes of park.You will enjoy to watch the activities of plenty of tigers in their natural habitat. The stringent program of conservation helped the overall protection of kanha’s flora and fauna. In kanha National Park, there is a beautiful museum which depicts the activities of the tribal culture and the wild life in the park. This museum remains closed on every Wednesday. This land is famous as an inspirational land for Rudyard Kipling for his famous and outstanding creation- ‘The Jungle Book’. BamniDagar’ which is famous by the name of Sunset point is one of the heightened attractions inside the Kanha National Park. You will love this view and its just memorable as it offers the most awe-inspiring and beautiful backdrop of sunset against the grazing of the wild animals like Gaurs and Sambhars. You will love this natural splendor of this area at this moment.

How To Reach Kanha National Park

Kanha National Park is one of the most famous national parks of India. Worldwide, this national park is famous for having diverse and rich flora and fauna. This national park is one of the finest national parks in Asia. This national park is located amidst the Maikhal hills of the Satpura Ranges. It occupies the parts of Balaghat and Mandla districts of Madhya Pradesh. One can easily reach to Kanha National Park by Air, Road or by train from any corners of the world. It is well connected by air, road and by train to the major cities of India. There are two main location in the Kanha National Park, Mukki and Khatia Entrance Gate. Mukki Gate falls in Balaghat district of MP State and Khatia entrance Gate falls in Mandla district of MP state. From Mukki entrance gate, one can easily cover Mukki range of the Kanha National Park and from the Khatia entrance gate, one can easily explore the area of Kisli, Kanha and Sarhi zones. Mukki Entrance Gate is well connected from Nagpur, Jabalpur and Raipur, whereas Khatia Entrance Gate is well connected from Nagpur and Jabalpur.

Kanha by Air: The nearest airports to reach Kanha National Park are Jabalpur (160 kms), Nagpur(300kms) and Raipur(250kms). One can easily reach to these airports from any corner of the world and from these airports, taxis and buses are available to reach Kanha National Park easily. Kanha National Park is easily accessible from any corner of India and thus from any corner of the world. We just have to plan a trip of Kanha National Park to explore the jungle as well as the wild lives and the natures beauty of Kanha.
Kanha by Rail. The nearest railway station to reach Kanha National Park is located at Jabalpur and Gondia. Jabalpur Railway station is only 160 kms from the Mukki Entrance Gate of Kanha and it takes about 4 hours to reach from the Jabalpur Railway Station. Gondia Railway Station is located only at a distance of about 145 kms from Khatia Entrance Gate of Kanha National Park and it takes only 3 hours drive to reach Kanha from Gondia Railway Station.:
Kanha by Road: By Road, Kanha National park is well connected with the major destinations of Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. There are many important cities in nearby area. By road distance of Kanha National Park from some important destinations and the approximate driving hours.

Visit Ramdegi Temple

Ramdegi splendid rural setup in the Chimur Taluk of Chandrapur. It has set new standards and its beautiful construction is mesmerizing.

Jeep Safari & Canter Safari

Jeep and Canter Safari are the most charming way to explore the Tadoba forest easily. Get a chance to meet with tigers, leopards, wild dogs, sloth bears, and other plenty of generous fauna that thrive in this forest.

Butterfly Garden

Butterfly Garden is a strong recommendation for all the tourists who love colorful tiny creatures. The offering is not limited to this only as this garden has many host and nectar plants to grab some local butterfly species.

Birds Watching

No place is better than a wide array of birds alongside water bodies. Hunting Tadoba Lake is a pious and peaceful venture. Getting along with White-eyed buzzards, Oriental honey buzzards, and also paradise flycatchers, Indian rollers, Indian pitta, etc.

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