Dudhwa N.P - दुधवा नेशनल पार्क |
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The famous park on the Indo-Nepal border lies in district Lakhimpur-Kheri. Dudhwa National Park along with Kishanpur sanctuary is part of the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve area. It covers an area of 614 sq.km and is one of the finest examples of the exceedingly diverse and productive terai eco-systems. Dudhwa is home to magnificent barasingha or the 12 horned swamp deer. The majestic herds are especially seen in the grassy wetlands of the sathania and Karkraha blocks The park is also known for its tigers and leopards. Seven one-horned rhinos from Assam and Nepal were released in the park between 1984-85, whih have also increased in number, other animals seen here are --lephant, jungle cat, fishing cat, jackal, civet, sloth bear, crocodile, python and monitor lizard etc. Dudhwa is also a great bird-watching site. The marshlands attract a large number of migratory birds' buring winters. One can also view colourful woodpeckers, barbets, kingfishers, bee-eaters etc. It also boasts of probably the greatest number of owls and storks.
| Type | NP, Wildlife, Bird Sanctuary | Region Type | Himalayas | Altitude | 150-183 m | |||||
| District | Kheri | State | Uttar Pradesh | Region | North | |||||
| Area | 614 Sq. Km. | Population as per 2001 census | Languages | |||||||
| Temperature & Rainfall |
Summer 40 to 20 deg C Winter 30 to 40 deg C |
Best Seasons | Nov. 15th to June 15th. | Clothing |
Cotton Light woollen |
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| Nearby Stations | DUDHWAKHARA DKX | Nearby Airports | Lucknow Airport (LKO) | Nearby Places | Palia Kalan | |||||
| STD Code | 5446 | Pincode | 127022 | Other Names | ||||||
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