Kanha National Park - Introduction

Introduction

Tigress and Cub at Kanha National Park http://www.kanha.in/

Kanha – the heart of India’s effort to preserve the Tiger – the most majestic of the big cats, and, India’s national animal – is the best place to behold this gorgeous animal in its free, wild glory. Endangered Animals like the Tiger and the Hard ground Barasingha (‘the twelve-antlered’ or Swamp Deer) find a safe haven along with innumerable other animals, reptiles, birds and insects). The lush Sal & Bamboo forests and meadows inspired the creation of the unforgettable characters of Mowgli, Baloo the Bear, Sher Khan, Bagheera & others in Kipling’s Jungle Book.

Fantastic views from the Table-top of Bamani Dadar, the mythical Shravan Tal(of Ramayan fame), a look at the life of the simple tribal (the Baigas & the Gonds), a visit to the Madai Mela (village fair), nature walks, treks, picnics; and other than the Tiger and the Barasingha – the Indian Bison (Gaur), Sambar (the largest Indian antelope), Leopard, Sloth Bear, herds of Chital (spotted deer), Wild Dogs, Crested Serpent Eagle, and so many other animals, reptiles and birds are an unforgettable experience not just for an average tourist but also for the best photographers and naturalists.