THE GREAT HIMALAYAN NATIONAL PARK
Shamshi, Kullu, Himachal Pradesh, India
The Great Himalayan National Park is the Western part of the Himalayan Mountains in the Northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh is characterized by high alpine peaks, alpine meadows and riverine forests. The 90,540 ha property includes the upper mountain glacial and snow meltwater sources of several rivers and the catchments of water supplies that are vital to millions of downstream users. The GHNPCA protects the monsoon affected forests and alpine meadows of the Himalayan front ranges. It is part of the Himalaya biodiversity hotspot and includes twenty five forest types along with a rich assemblage of fauna species, several of which are threatened. This gives the site outstanding significance for biodiversity conservation.
Suggested time duration
4 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
March to July
Do's & Dont's
- Do keep the premises of the Zoo neat and clean.
- Do not tease animals and do not carry firearms or any sharp objects.
- Animals well fed by trained veterinarians. Please do not feed any animal inside Zoo.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 10:00 AM | 06:00 PM | 100 | 50 |
- Foreigner Adult Fee : 300 Foreigner Child Fee : 200
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Bhuntar Bus Stand |
1.4 KM | 01772656326 |
 Nangal Railway Station |
216 KM | 139 |
 Kullu Manali Airport |
2 KM | 911902265052 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle and Snacks, Camera
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Restaurants
Parking
Parking is Available for 10 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Bhuntar | 1 KM |
Nearest Temples
MANIKARAN TEMPLE
There are three hot springs where one can take a bath
HIDIMBA DEVI TEMPLE
Temple is built around a cave where Devi Hidimba performed meditation
VASHISHT TEMPLE
Vashisht temple is believed to be more than 4000 years old
Nearest Attractions
OutdoorMANALI PICNIC SPOT AND CAMPS
Has stunning views of river Beas and snow capped mountains
WaterfallsJANA WATER FALLS
Considered to be one of the hidden gems of the hills
CavesARJUN GUFA
Pandava warrior Arjuna from Mahabharata has meditated here
Hill StationMANALI HILL STATION
It is one of the most popular hill stations in the country
Rope WaySOLANG ROPEWAY
Famous for adventurous sports like bungee jump,paragliding
Trekking PRASHAR LAKE TREKKING
Fit for individuals of all interest and expertise levels
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