Nanda Devi National Park was established in the year 1980.The history of this sanctuary says that the British Mountaineers,Mr. Eric Shipton and Mr.Bill Tilman were the first men to reach this sanctuary.
The park is stretched about an area of 630 Sq. Kms. , Just next to the Nanda Devi Peak.It is to be remembered that Nanda Devi peak is the second highest mountain peak,of an altitude of 7816 mts.,in the Indian Himalayan mountain range.
As the Nanda devi peak is a favorite peak among the trekkers and mountaineers the affect of the modern civilization can be seen in this park but still it hasn't lost it's pristine and virginity
Sanctuary Profile:-
Stretched Area: 630 Sq. Kms.
Altitude :Between 2,400 Mts. and 6,817 Mts.above the sea level
Species Found:
Of Animals:- Snow leopards ,Tahr,Bharal ,Serow, Black Bears ,Musk Deer, Brokwn Bears , and chir pheasants
Best Time To Visit: April to Sep. in every year
Transportation Available
By Air :Nearest airport is Jolly Grant in Dehradun, Distance 315 Kms.
By Rail:Nearest railway station is Rishikesh .
By Road : From Joshimath at a distance of 30 kms.
For More Information about the Nanda Devi National Park Please contact to:
Deputy Consevater of Forest
Nanda Devi national Park
Joshimath, District- Chamoli(Uttaranchal)