Manas National Park - मानस राष्ट्रीय उद्यान
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Assam is the state of the Great One Horned Rhino. Beside the Kaziranga there's Manas another habitat of the Rhino's, located in one of the remotest region among the foothills of Himalayas. While Kaziranga is known for the Rhinoceros, Manas National Park is famous for the Majestic Tigers. This park is the only Project Tiger in Assam. The Manas Reserve, located in the foothills of the Bhutan hills, far from human habitation, is a world in itself.
Manas National Park of India boasts of amazing wildlife as well as picturesque beauty. The park is situated in the Kamrup district of the northeastern state of Assam. Manas Wildlife Sanctuary of India was established in the year 1928 and was declared as a tiger reserve, under Project Tiger, in 1973. It has also been given the status of biosphere reserve and claims the distinction of being accorded the status of a World Natural Heritage Site in 1985. In 1990, Manas Wildlife Park of Assam was elevated to the status of a national park.
The park stretches over an area of 519.77 Sq.km. Out of the total area, 360 Sq.km comprises of the core area. Manas Tiger Reserve of Assam stretches across the international border into Bhutan, where it has been renamed as Royal Manas National Park. The headquarters of the park are situated at Barpeta road, from where one has to take the permit to venture inside the park. The best time to visit Manas National Park of Assam is during the months of November to April.
The Manas River flowing through the Park demarcates the border between India and Bhutan. The Park has vast deciduous forests where the dense cover often cuts out the light. Its wet grasslands are the home of the rhino, water buffalo, elephant and tiger. Manas is noted for its population of the rare golden langur - found only in this part of the country. They are often spotted in the tall trees. Other primates in the Park include the capped langur, Assamese macaque, the slow loris and the hoolock gibbon. These are rarely seen but the whooping call of the hoolock gibbon can be heard resounding through the forest. The Reserve is also home to the attractive red panda but these are only seen occasionally in the higher elevations.
Manas has a very special biosphere, for it harbours twenty species of birds and animals that are highly endangered and listed in the IUCN Red Data Book. These include the hispid hare and the pigmy hog. The lush forest canopy at Manshelters colourful birds - the giant hornbills, both pied and gray varieties, pheasants, jungle fowl and scarlet minivet being among them. The water-birds along the rivers include brahminy ducks, mergansers and a range of egrets, herons and pelican Over 2840 Sq. km. in area, Manas is, a fascinating tiger reserve.
The area of Manas has roughly 45% grassland and 55% tree land as wildlife habitat. The river course may have about 100 Sq.km. of reparian forests of grass and primary succession of tree cover, which is probably the most suitable water buffalo habitat any where and providing by far the best habitat for the tiger, where the concentration of the species is the highest. Inter and inter specific relation of the prey and predator in this area is extremely interesting and awaits scientific study to understand population dynamics and other evolutionary processes at work. In this area the ever changing river course cause erosion and accretion at the same time providing extraordinary dynamism to the habitat/ecosystems sustaining very high productivity. The rain fall in this area is very high about 450 to 500 cm and the temperature is also very conducive to add to the productivity.
Tiger Manas is situated in Kamrup-Golapara district, on the foothills of the Himalayas south east of river Manas along the Assam- Bhutan border. The beautiful park earlier known as North Kamrup is spread over an area of 391 sq km and was declared a sanctuary on December 01, 1928. It was established as the core of the Manas Tiger Reserve from April 1973 and elevated to the position of a National Park status on September 7, 1990. It was accorded the status of World Heritage Site in 1985 for its rare wealth of endangered species. The park extends over the national boundary to Bhutan where it is known as the Royal Manas Park.
Manas is home to 20 of the most endangered species of animals which include the rare golden langur, hispid hare, pygmy hog, red pandas etc. The main highlight of the park is the Giant hornbill, two subspecies of which, the pied and grey varieties are found here. The park is rich in mammals and birds, which includes elephants, tiger, panther, leopard, clouded leopard, gaur, wild-buffalo, great one horned rhinoceros, rare golden langur, capped-langur, civet cat, squirrel, sloth beat, sambar, swamp deer, hog deer, otter, monitor lizard, gharial, python, great hornbill, florican cormorants, ergets and many other species of migratory and predatory birds. The major problem in the park is rhino poaching.
The forests here are tropical moist deciduous type. They are interspersed with swamps. The wetlands are essential for the survival of the fast disappearing hispid hare. The Vegetation ranges from Khairsissoo-bhabhar grass community to semi evergreens. There are intermediate stages of succession-deciduous forests, swampy reed lands and Sal forests. The simul, khoir, udal, sida, bohera and kanchan are the common trees in and around the park.
There are rides on boats, jeeps and elephants available. Elephant ride is the best to see the animals from close range rather than the boat rides. The 3 hour elephant ride starts from Mothanguri. Along the Manas river one can spot many water birds like mergansers, brahminy ducks, a range of egrets etc and otters can be commonly seen in the river.
Manas known for its Project Tigers, Rhinos & Elephants, and is Assam's one of the two Tiger projects. The scenic beauty and rare wealth of wild life combine with this unique world heritage site to offer one of the most enthralling experiences.
golden leaf monkey. Named after the Manas river, which separates Bhutan from India, the park has dense deciduous forests spread over an area of 2840 sq km which provide a sanctuary to twenty highly endangered species of birds and animals, including the hispid hare, pygmy hog and the red panda which can be seen occasionally at higher altitudes. The sanctuary is situated in both India and Bhutan, the two parks, both named Manas, being contiguous.
Along the Manas river and its tributaries are spreads of riverine forests as well as tall grasslands on the floodplains. To the south of the border, the Indian part of Mb has tropical forests on high ground, and riverine forests and tall grasslands on the lower plains.
Birds which can be seen here are the giant hornbills, both pied and gray varieties, pheasants, jungle fowl, scarlet minivet, partridge, florican, and a variety of water birds like the brahminy ducks, mergansers and a range of egrets, herons and pelican. Visitors to the park especially mention the stunning sight of large numbers of hornbills flying over the Manas river early mornings and evenings.
The Manas National Park in India and Bhutan are the only known home of the Golden Leaf Monkey discovered only a few decades ago. Other mammals, includethe rare and endangered hispid hare and pygmy hog. Lager mammals include the Indian elephant, gaur, water buffalo and Indian rhinoceros.
Buses as well as taxis regularly ply between Guwahati and Barpeta Road. Buses regularly ply from Guwahati to Barpeta Road in 4½ hrs.
P.O Barpeta Road,
Dist Barpeta, Assam (India) - 781315
Reservation Authority --
Tourist Information officer,
Barpeta Road,
Assam (India)-781315
Ph: 03666- 32749
For Conducted tours :
Tourist Information Officer,
Station Road,
Guwahati,
Assam (India) - 781001
Tel : (0361)-547102
Fax : (0361)-547102
Total Area: 519.77 Sq. km
Coverage Area : 391 Sq km
Core Area: 360 Sq. km
Nearest Town : Barpeta Road (41 km)
Established In: 1928
Tiger Reserve: 1973
World Natural Heritage : 1985
Best Time: November to April
Accommodation : Tourist Lodge and Forest Rest Houses.
How to get there : Rail-Barpeta Road (40 km) Air-Guwahati (186 km)
Nearest Access : Guwahari (176 km)
Main Attractions: Tigers, Black Panthers, Clouded Leopards, Rhinoceros, etc
Main Wildlife Found : Tigers, Rhinos, Elephants
Manas National Park of India boasts of amazing wildlife as well as picturesque beauty. The park is situated in the Kamrup district of the northeastern state of Assam. Manas Wildlife Sanctuary of India was established in the year 1928 and was declared as a tiger reserve, under Project Tiger, in 1973. It has also been given the status of biosphere reserve and claims the distinction of being accorded the status of a World Natural Heritage Site in 1985. In 1990, Manas Wildlife Park of Assam was elevated to the status of a national park.
The park stretches over an area of 519.77 Sq.km. Out of the total area, 360 Sq.km comprises of the core area. Manas Tiger Reserve of Assam stretches across the international border into Bhutan, where it has been renamed as Royal Manas National Park. The headquarters of the park are situated at Barpeta road, from where one has to take the permit to venture inside the park. The best time to visit Manas National Park of Assam is during the months of November to April.
The Manas River flowing through the Park demarcates the border between India and Bhutan. The Park has vast deciduous forests where the dense cover often cuts out the light. Its wet grasslands are the home of the rhino, water buffalo, elephant and tiger. Manas is noted for its population of the rare golden langur - found only in this part of the country. They are often spotted in the tall trees. Other primates in the Park include the capped langur, Assamese macaque, the slow loris and the hoolock gibbon. These are rarely seen but the whooping call of the hoolock gibbon can be heard resounding through the forest. The Reserve is also home to the attractive red panda but these are only seen occasionally in the higher elevations.
Manas has a very special biosphere, for it harbours twenty species of birds and animals that are highly endangered and listed in the IUCN Red Data Book. These include the hispid hare and the pigmy hog. The lush forest canopy at Manshelters colourful birds - the giant hornbills, both pied and gray varieties, pheasants, jungle fowl and scarlet minivet being among them. The water-birds along the rivers include brahminy ducks, mergansers and a range of egrets, herons and pelican Over 2840 Sq. km. in area, Manas is, a fascinating tiger reserve.
The area of Manas has roughly 45% grassland and 55% tree land as wildlife habitat. The river course may have about 100 Sq.km. of reparian forests of grass and primary succession of tree cover, which is probably the most suitable water buffalo habitat any where and providing by far the best habitat for the tiger, where the concentration of the species is the highest. Inter and inter specific relation of the prey and predator in this area is extremely interesting and awaits scientific study to understand population dynamics and other evolutionary processes at work. In this area the ever changing river course cause erosion and accretion at the same time providing extraordinary dynamism to the habitat/ecosystems sustaining very high productivity. The rain fall in this area is very high about 450 to 500 cm and the temperature is also very conducive to add to the productivity.
Tiger Manas is situated in Kamrup-Golapara district, on the foothills of the Himalayas south east of river Manas along the Assam- Bhutan border. The beautiful park earlier known as North Kamrup is spread over an area of 391 sq km and was declared a sanctuary on December 01, 1928. It was established as the core of the Manas Tiger Reserve from April 1973 and elevated to the position of a National Park status on September 7, 1990. It was accorded the status of World Heritage Site in 1985 for its rare wealth of endangered species. The park extends over the national boundary to Bhutan where it is known as the Royal Manas Park.
Manas is home to 20 of the most endangered species of animals which include the rare golden langur, hispid hare, pygmy hog, red pandas etc. The main highlight of the park is the Giant hornbill, two subspecies of which, the pied and grey varieties are found here. The park is rich in mammals and birds, which includes elephants, tiger, panther, leopard, clouded leopard, gaur, wild-buffalo, great one horned rhinoceros, rare golden langur, capped-langur, civet cat, squirrel, sloth beat, sambar, swamp deer, hog deer, otter, monitor lizard, gharial, python, great hornbill, florican cormorants, ergets and many other species of migratory and predatory birds. The major problem in the park is rhino poaching.
The forests here are tropical moist deciduous type. They are interspersed with swamps. The wetlands are essential for the survival of the fast disappearing hispid hare. The Vegetation ranges from Khairsissoo-bhabhar grass community to semi evergreens. There are intermediate stages of succession-deciduous forests, swampy reed lands and Sal forests. The simul, khoir, udal, sida, bohera and kanchan are the common trees in and around the park.
There are rides on boats, jeeps and elephants available. Elephant ride is the best to see the animals from close range rather than the boat rides. The 3 hour elephant ride starts from Mothanguri. Along the Manas river one can spot many water birds like mergansers, brahminy ducks, a range of egrets etc and otters can be commonly seen in the river.
About Manas National Park
Manas National Park is situated on the foothills of the Himalayas and a part of it extends to Bhutan. It was declared a sanctuary on October 01, 1928 and was designated a World Heritage site in December 1985. The sanctuary is home to a great variety of wildlife, including tiger, Golden Langur, Wild Buffalo, Hispid Hare, Pigmy Hog, Capped Langur, Indian one-horned Rhinoceros, Elephant, Gaur, Hog Deer, etc.Manas known for its Project Tigers, Rhinos & Elephants, and is Assam's one of the two Tiger projects. The scenic beauty and rare wealth of wild life combine with this unique world heritage site to offer one of the most enthralling experiences.
golden leaf monkey. Named after the Manas river, which separates Bhutan from India, the park has dense deciduous forests spread over an area of 2840 sq km which provide a sanctuary to twenty highly endangered species of birds and animals, including the hispid hare, pygmy hog and the red panda which can be seen occasionally at higher altitudes. The sanctuary is situated in both India and Bhutan, the two parks, both named Manas, being contiguous.
Along the Manas river and its tributaries are spreads of riverine forests as well as tall grasslands on the floodplains. To the south of the border, the Indian part of Mb has tropical forests on high ground, and riverine forests and tall grasslands on the lower plains.
Birds which can be seen here are the giant hornbills, both pied and gray varieties, pheasants, jungle fowl, scarlet minivet, partridge, florican, and a variety of water birds like the brahminy ducks, mergansers and a range of egrets, herons and pelican. Visitors to the park especially mention the stunning sight of large numbers of hornbills flying over the Manas river early mornings and evenings.
The Manas National Park in India and Bhutan are the only known home of the Golden Leaf Monkey discovered only a few decades ago. Other mammals, includethe rare and endangered hispid hare and pygmy hog. Lager mammals include the Indian elephant, gaur, water buffalo and Indian rhinoceros.
Best Time to Visit Manas National Park
The ideal time to visit the Manas national park is during the months of November to April.Flora
The trees covering a major portion of the Manas Wildlife Sanctuary are of the mixed deciduous variety. The entire vegetation is interspersed with small glades of grass. Small pastures, situated amidst thickly forested foothills, form the majority of the landscape. Apart from Manas River, numerous other rivulets, streams and natural drains also serve as a source of water for the sanctuary. The lower reaches of Manas Wildlife Park are covered with smooth sandy stretches, dotted with trees.Wildlife
The wildlife present in Manas Tiger Reserve of India is rich and varied. Apart from the majestic tiger, one can also see Leopards, Elephants, Wild Buffaloes, Rhinoceros, Clouded Leopards and even the rare Black Panthers. Other animals inhabiting the park include Capped Langurs, Golden Langurs, Gaurs, Swamp Deer, Barking Deer, Hog Deer, Sambar, Chital, Smooth Indian Otters, Hoolock Gibbons, Assamese Macaques, Sloth Bears, Slow Loris, etc. Manas National Park also houses approximately 20 highly endangered species, such as Hispid Hare and Pygmy Hog.Bird Species
Manas Wildlife Sanctuary is home to a wide variety of birds, both resident as well as migratory. The most common amongst these are Giant Hornbills, Jungle Fowls, Bulbuls, Brahminy Ducks, Khaleej Pheasants, Egrets, Pelicans, Fishing Eagles, Serpent Eagles, Falcons, Scarlet Minivets, Bee-Eaters, Magpie Robins, Pied Hornbills, Gray Hornbills, Mergansers, Harriers, Ospreys and Herons.How to Reach
Access
The nearest airport is Guwahati, a distance of 176 km and about 6 hours away while the nearest railway station is Barpeta Road, about 40 km from the park.By Air
The nearest airport is at Borjhar, approximately 5 km from Manas.Manas Park is 176 km from Guwahati. The nearest airport is Borjhar, which is situated, 5 km out of town, and can be reached by rickshaw, auto rickshaw or airline buses.By Rail
The nearest railway station is situated at Barpeta Road.By Road
Manas is well connected by network of roads which connect the place with other cities and towns in the state. There are regular bus services operated by state transport as well as the private operators. One can also hire taxis for the park from Guwahati.Buses as well as taxis regularly ply between Guwahati and Barpeta Road. Buses regularly ply from Guwahati to Barpeta Road in 4½ hrs.
Where to stay
Rest houses maintained and run by the tourism department are available at Banshari and Barpeta road. The state department has two bungalows at Mathanguri inside the forest. Camping sites are also available.Contacts
Field Director, Project Tiger,P.O Barpeta Road,
Dist Barpeta, Assam (India) - 781315
Reservation Authority --
Tourist Information officer,
Barpeta Road,
Assam (India)-781315
Ph: 03666- 32749
For Conducted tours :
Tourist Information Officer,
Station Road,
Guwahati,
Assam (India) - 781001
Tel : (0361)-547102
Fax : (0361)-547102
General Information
Location: Kamrup district in Assam, IndiaTotal Area: 519.77 Sq. km
Coverage Area : 391 Sq km
Core Area: 360 Sq. km
Nearest Town : Barpeta Road (41 km)
Established In: 1928
Tiger Reserve: 1973
World Natural Heritage : 1985
Best Time: November to April
Accommodation : Tourist Lodge and Forest Rest Houses.
How to get there : Rail-Barpeta Road (40 km) Air-Guwahati (186 km)
Nearest Access : Guwahari (176 km)
Main Attractions: Tigers, Black Panthers, Clouded Leopards, Rhinoceros, etc
Main Wildlife Found : Tigers, Rhinos, Elephants
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