Kanger Valley National Park

Through this article, know how this Kanger valley National Park can make you happy.

It is also a famous national park in Chhattisgarh, located near Jagdalpur in the Bastar district of the state.

Location of Kanger Valley National Park

kanger valleyIt was declared a National Park by the Government of India in 1982.

Park is in the Bastar area of ​​the Jagdalpur district.

It is a very dense national park in Chhattisgarh and also a center of attraction due to its biodiversity, landscape, waterfalls, and limestone caves.

besides, it is also the home of Bastar Pahari Myna, which is the state bird of Chhattisgarh.

Most of the area is dense forests, where many tribes reside.

If seen in terms of tourism, Chhattisgarh is the untouched part of the country, where tourists usually do not like to go.

About Kanger Valley National Park

But let us tell you that there are many natural attractions to visit and see.

From dense forests to mountain valleys and from river-springs to lakes, there are various tourist spots here.

This state serves to provide safe haven to many species of wild animals and birds with different flora.

If you want to enjoy the thrill of wildlife with natural attractions, you can plan a trip to Kanger Valley National Park here.

It is a special national park of the state which is known for its biodiversity, landscapes, watercourses, stone caves, etc.

This reserve forest is counted among the most beautiful national parks in India, where tourists have a lot to offer.

Which includes tiger, leopard, wild boar, sloth bear, dragon, barking deer, etc.

You can also enjoy bird watching here.

Kanger valley is spread over 200 square kilometers.

The Kanger Valley attained the status of a national park in 1982.

It is a favorable place for high mountains, deep valleys, huge trees, and various species of seasonal wildflowers and wildlife.

It is a typical mix of mixed moist deciduous types of forests with sal, teak, teak, and bamboo trees in abundance.

The most popular species here that mesmerizes everyone with its human voice is Bastar Maina.

The state bird, Bastar Maina, is a type of hill mine, capable of imitating the human voice.

The forest is home to both migratory and resident birds.

The national park has the presence of underground limestone caves with dripstones and flowstones.

The formation of stalagmites and stalactites is still increasing.

On the eastern side of the national park, the buffalo is seen on sandy shores where crocodiles use it for basic purposes.

 

 Best time to visit

Kanger valley national park

It is very hot during summer, so most tourists do not like to come here in summer.

The ideal time to visit here is from October to the middle of March.

During this time the weather here remains quite favorable.

You can meanwhile enjoy the most beautiful views of the Kanger Valley.

Things to do in Kanger Valley National Park

You can see wildlife very closely here.

The site is no less a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts.

Even for a nature lover, this valley matters a lot.

Apart from the wildlife here, you can enjoy the waterfall here and the Kanger River.

You can also see limestone caves here.

This valley has many natural attractions, which are very special in terms of tourism.

Tirathgarh waterfall is also located in Kanger Valley National Park.

Along with this, Keonjardhar and Bhainsadhar Crocodiles are popular tourist destinations for the park.

Gypsy safari is also available for tourists to explore the natural beauty of the park.

The name Kanger Valley Rashtriya Udyan derives from the Kanger River, which flows throughout its length.

Apart from both wildlife and plants, this national park is home to three extraordinary caves — Kutumbasar, Kailash, and Dandak — famous for their stunning geological formations of stalagmites and stalactites

 

 

How to reach

By Air

Now, The airport at Jagdalpur (Bastar) itself by Air Odisha.

Air service to Raipur and Visakhapatnam is from here.

However, Apart from this, DRDO, Air Force, BSF, and CRPF.

Also, Private charter planes operate here.

Basically, The main airport of Chhattisgarh is Swami Vivekananda Airport, Raipur, which is 300 km from Jagdalpur (Bastar).

 

By Rail

So, For the rail route, you can resort to the Jagdalpur railway station.

Jagdalpur is well connected to Vishakapatnam and Raipur by railways.

 

By Road

If you wish, you can also reach here by road, Kanger Valley National Park has connections to many small and big cities of the state with better roadways.

Regular bus services are available in the city of Jagdalpur (Bastar).

They operate on a daily basis.

However, Other state bus transporters are also available such as TSRTC, APRTC, OSRTC, etc.

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