Jim Corbett National Park

Jim Corbett National Park is one of the most famous and oldest national parks in India. Located in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand, it was established in 1936 as Hailey National Park, named after Sir Malcolm Hailey, the then Governor of the United Provinces. Later, in 1957, the park was renamed Jim Corbett National Park in honor of Jim Corbett, a famous British-Indian hunter, and conservationist who played a key role in the establishment of the park. The park covers an area of over 520 square kilometers and is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. It is particularly famous for its population of Bengal tigers, which are among the most elusive and endangered animals in the world. Apart from tigers, the park is also home to other species such as Indian elephants, sloth bears, langurs, Himalayan black bears, and more than 600 species of birds. One of the best ways to explore Jim Corbett National Park is through wildlife safaris. The park offers several types of safaris, including jeep safaris, elephant safaris, and canter safaris.