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The Great Himalayan National Park (GHNP) is at the junction of the world’s two major faunal realms – the Indomalayan to the south and the Palaearctic to the north. The park’s temperate forest flora and fauna mark the westernmost limit of the Sino-Japanese region, and its high-altitude ecosystem has floral affinities with, amongst others, the Mediterranean, Tibetan and Cis-Himalayan regions. GHNP has the plant and tree species jatamansi, salam panja, and English yew, in common with Afghanistan and western China. It also shares the sea-buckthorn with the Palaearctic region, the deodar, alpine yellow violet and alpine meadow grass with the Mediterranean region, and the euphorbia with south India. Endemic flora and fauna have also evolved in the Northwestern Himalaya, including Draba lasiophylla Royle, several species of Balsams, and the Himalayan tahr, all of which are well represented in the park. Because of its range of species, and the compact nature of their abode, GHNP is the highest priority conservation zone in the western Himalaya. The climate of GHNP is typical of the western Himalaya’s front ranges. It has four distinct seasons: spring (April to June); rainy/summer (July to September); autumn (October to November) and winter (December to March). Precipitation is moderate for most of the year and abundant during the monsoon, from mid-June to mid-September. In recent years, maximum annual rainfall has been 1,298 mm. During winter, some snow is common at lower elevations, whilst higher elevations can receive snowfall of over two meters. The ambient temperature can vary from -10ºC in January to 40ºC in June. The Himalayan region, with its diverse climatic conditions, is home to many uncommon, endemic and endangered species of flora and fauna. The number of plant species in the Himalaya is estimated at 25,000 – 10% of the world’s known species and 50% of India’s endemic flora. This includes 7,020 species of fungi, 1,159 species of lichen and 2,000 species of bryophytes (including mosses and worts), with the remainder ferns, angiosperms (flowering plants) and other species.

Great Himalayan national park is one of the lesser known national parks in the country. The very few who do know about this place are generally researchers, birders and wildlife enthusiasts. It is a relatively less commercial and therefore offers its visitors a very raw experience. There are no safaris held here. The only way to explore the park is by completing a trek. The duration of your trek depends on the spots you'd like to visit. you will need at least 3 days. The difficulty also varies depending on the trails you choose. You do not need any prior experience but being fit would certainly help. Going through one of the local trek organizers is your best bet. They will assign a guide who will help you camp and guide you through the park. DO NOT expect rooms, bathrooms, etc. You can have a porter carry your bags. You will definitely see about 20-30 bird species at the least. if youre lucky you might even spot a couple of mammals and snakes found in this region.

The great himalyan national park is located closer on the way to Tirthan valley and is a quiet rejuvenating park with a nominal fee. It's appointed as a world heritage site by UNESCO. There is a proper trail through the park that is surrounded by different varieties of flora and fauna though no visible species of birds or animals were to be found. This place is calming on the senses as on one side river Beas flows through its periphery while tall steep mountains nestle it on the other side. However the restaurant situated inside was closed the day we visited and also there was no running water in the restrooms which can be quite a bother for tourists visiting from outside and being a heritage site, i definitely expect it to maintain a better standard. However if you want to chill and rest away from the hustling noise of the cities, this sure is a place to visit especially if you are out wandering in Tirthan valley.

Best place for a real wild experience with family. The Great Himalayan National Park (GHNP), is one of India's national parks, is located in Kullu region in the state of Himachal Pradesh. The park was established in 1984 and is spread over an area of 1171 km2 at an altitude of between 1500 and 6000 m. The Great Himalayan National Park is a habitat to numerous flora and more than 375 fauna species, including approximately 31 mammals, 181 birds, 3 reptiles, 9 amphibians, 11 annelids, 17 mollusks and 127 insects. They are protected under the strict guidelines of the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972; hence any sort of hunting is not permitted. In June 2014 UNESCO World Heritage site The GHNP is at the junction of world's two major biogeographic realms: the Indomalayan realm to the south and the Palearctic realm to the north. The temperate forest flora-fauna of GHNP represents the westernmost extension of the Sino-Japanese Region. The high altitude ecosystem of the Northwest Himalaya has common plant elements with the adjacent Western and Central Asiatic region. As a result of its 4,100 m elevation range the park has a diversity of zones with their representative flora and fauna, such as alpine, glacial, temperate, and subtropical forests. These biogeographic elements are result of geological evolution of Himalaya which continues today from the action of plate tectonics and continental drift. Over 100 million years ago, the Indian sub-continent broke off from the large, southern landmass, Gondwanaland and moved north. It eventually slammed into the northern land mass, Laurasia, and formed the gigantic folded mountains of the Himalaya. Due to this union of Gondwanaland and Asiatic landmasses, exchange of flora and fauna was possible and this ultimately led to the unique biogeographical features in the region. Tucked amidst snow-capped Himalayas, The Great Himalayan National Park is a beautiful habitat of alpine flora and fauna. Located in the Kullu region, Great Himalayan National Park was built in 1984 and declared as a National Park in 1999. Enumerated as World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2014, this is one of the largest and scenic national parks in India. Great Himalayan National Park is located in the Seraj Forest Division, 60 kms from Kullu in Himachal Pradesh. Encircled by Rupi Bhaba Sanctuary, Pin Valley National Park and Kanwar Wildlife Sanctuary, Great Himalayan National Park is located at an altitude of 1500-6000 m and offers breath taking views of the surrounding mountains. The national park is spread over sprawling 754 sq km area. In 1994, 256 sq kms of land was delineated from the park area and labelled as buffer zone or eco zone. The eco zone of Great Himalayan National Park consists of 160 villages.

The Great Himalayan National Park (GHNP), is one of India's national parks, is located in Kullu region in the state of Himachal Pradesh. The park was established in 1984 and is spread over an area of 1171 km2 at an altitude of between 1500 and 6000 m. The Great Himalayan National Park is a habitat to numerous flora and more than 375 fauna species, including approximately 31 mammals, 181 birds, 3 reptiles, 9 amphibians, 11 annelids, 17 mollusks and 127 insects. They are protected under the strict guidelines of the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972; hence any sort of hunting is not permitted. In June 2014 UNESCO World Heritage site The GHNP is at the junction of world's two major biogeographic realms: the Indomalayan realm to the south and the Palearctic realm to the north. The temperate forest flora-fauna of GHNP represents the westernmost extension of the Sino-Japanese Region. The high altitude ecosystem of the Northwest Himalaya has common plant elements with the adjacent Western and Central Asiatic region. As a result of its 4,100 m elevation range the park has a diversity of zones with their representative flora and fauna, such as alpine, glacial, temperate, and subtropical forests. These biogeographic elements are result of geological evolution of Himalaya which continues today from the action of plate tectonics and continental drift. Over 100 million years ago, the Indian sub-continent broke off from the large, southern landmass, Gondwanaland and moved north. It eventually slammed into the northern land mass, Laurasia, and formed the gigantic folded mountains of the Himalaya. Due to this union of Gondwanaland and Asiatic landmasses, exchange of flora and fauna was possible and this ultimately led to the unique biogeographical features in the region.