The
largest protected area in Himachal Pradesh, the Park is carved out of the splendid
mountain terrain of the Kullu district. Rich coniferous forests, alpine meadows carpeted with flowers, snow-capped peaks and glaciers provide a breathtaking panorama.
The secluded Sainj and Tirthan valleys harbor a variety of animals common to this area - wild mountain goats like the bharal, goral and serow, the brown bear and predators like the leopard and the rarely seen snow leopard.
Varieties of colourful pheasants - monal, khalij cheer, tragopan and other Himalayan birds are part of its rich avian population.
Trekking through the Park to Rakte Sar, the origin of the Sainj River, brings in the added pleasure of seeing wildlife in this spectacular natural environment.
General Information :
Best Time to Visit :
April- June, September- October.
Nearest Town :
Kullu (60 Km)
How to Get Here :
Air: Bhuntar (50 Km)
Rail: Via Aut (30 km short of Kullu)
