Nestled amidst the snow clad peaks and green valleys of the Himalayas, lies the beautiful Great Himalayan National Park which is also called Jawaharlal Nehru Great Himalayan National Park. Rich variety of flora and fauna, spectacular landscapes, sylvan settings and dense woodlands distinguishes this wildlife sanctuary from others.
The Great Himalayan National Park in Kullu in Himachal Pradesh is the home to a number of birds and animals. Covering an area of 620 sq. kms this National Park in Himachal Pradesh is the ideal destination for the wildlife buffs. The home to more than 375 animal species, the National Park is strictly protected under the Wildlife Protection Laws. There are 68 resident avian species of which the famous are the pheasants like the Monal and Kalij.
One can notice a rich biodiversity in the Great Himalayan National Park. From the deciduous forests of pine and cedar to oak and grass meadows and wild flowers and orchids, the Himalayan National Park is a heaven for the nature lover. From the Alpine forests to the green meadows, Himalayan National Park presents a varied beauty to the tourists.
As you explore the acres of greenery you might get to see wild mountain goats and sheep like the Himalayan thar, flying squirrel, langurs, Bharal, goral and serow, musk deer, leopard, black bears, wolf and rhesus macaques. It is also believed to be the den of the rare species of snow leopards. You also get to see the Himalayan Tahr and Ibex in the forests of Himalayan National Park.